How to Get Your Old White Shoes to Look Brand New Again
Cleaning white sneakers definitely requires a little bit of elbow grease but I have a simple hack that makes it easier!
Keep reading to learn how to get your old white shoes to look brand new again.
Tools and materials:
- Old toothbrush
- Whitening toothpaste
- Delicates bag
- Laundry detergent
- Washing machine
- Newspaper
1. Remove the laces and insoles
I recommend removing the laces and insoles from your shoes to make cleaning them easier.
2. Take a toothbrush and some toothpaste
Next, grab a wet old toothbrush and some whitening toothpaste and give your shoes a really good scrub.
After a few moments, the toothpaste should start to lather nicely.
3. Toss your shoes into the washing machine
Check your shoes’ label to see if they’re washing machine safe.
If so, you can go ahead and toss them into the machine. I put mine in a bag for delicates for extra protection.
4. Dry
I then stuff my shoes with newspaper to help them retain their shape, then leave them to air dry overnight or throughout the day.
How to get your old white shoes to look brand new again
And now you have sneakers that look brand new again! If you have any scuffs on the soles of the shoes, go ahead and use a magic eraser on these.
This cleaning hack is so simple and it helps to keep my shoes looking their best at all times.
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Use your electric toothbrush with an older brush in it. E-Z
Another good tip to try