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How to Clean Running Shoes

Jul 14, 2021

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    Wait for the mud to dry. Mud is much easier to remove once it is dry, as it will flake off the shoes. If your shoes are currently wet and muddy, leave them to dry for 12 hours or until the mud is dry to touch.[1]

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    Scrub the dry mud off the shoes with a dry toothbrush. This helps to agitate the mud and causes it to flake off the shoes. Brush the toothbrush back and forth over the shoes until all the mud is gone.[2]

    • Use a new toothbrush for best results, as this will have sharper bristles.

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    Mix equal parts of baking soda and liquid washing detergent in a bowl. For example, pour 0.5 cups (120 mL) of washing detergent and ½ cup (90 grams) of baking soda into a small bowl. This creates an abrasive cleaning solution that will help to agitate dirt from your running shoes. Use a spoon to mix the cleaning solution until the washing detergent and baking soda are fully combined.[3]

    • Colourless washing detergent works best for this task.

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    Dip a toothbrush in the cleaning solution and scrub it over the soles and heel. Submerge the toothbrush in the washing detergent and baking soda solution and then lightly tap it on the side of the bowl to remove any drips. Scrub the toothbrush back and forth until all the marks are gone.[4]

    • Focus your brushing on the stained areas.

    • If you don't have a spare toothbrush, use a nail brush instead.

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    Soak a sponge in water and use it to wipe the soap off the shoes. Squeeze the sponge over the sink to remove any excess water. Gently wipe off all the detergent and baking soda from the shoes. Run your hand over the shoes to feel for any remaining baking soda. If you feel any grittiness, wipe the shoes again to remove the rest of the baking soda.[5]

    • If you don't have a spare clean sponge, use a clean dishcloth instead.

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    Pat the shoes dry with a microfiber cloth. Microfiber cloths are fantastic at absorbing moisture and help to polish the shoes. Gently buff the soles and heel of the shoes with the cloth until the shoes are completely dry.[6]

    • If you don't have a microfiber cloth, use a cotton cleaning cloth instead.

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    Cover the insoles with a thin layer of baking soda and leave it overnight. This helps to eliminate bad odors from the shoe. Sprinkle baking soda into each shoe until the entire insole is covered. Leave the shoes in a dry place overnight. This gives time for the baking soda to absorb the odors.[7]

    • Leave the shoes in a spot where they won't be knocked over by pets.

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    Shake the baking soda out of the shoes. Take your shoes outside and vigorously shake them to remove the baking soda. Continue to shake the shoes until all the baking soda is gone.[8]