DIY Sneaker Cleaner - Works on Grass Stains

With spring and then summer upon us, it is time to haul out the sneakers and put away the boots.

But if last years grass stains are still lurking on your sneakers along with other questionable stains, then check out this DIY.

What you Will Need:

• White Vinegar
• Water
• Wash Cloth
• Toothbrush (dollar store)
• Time to Dry

Method:

The toothbrush is your best friend when it comes to getting into all the little crevices.  It is amazing just where the dirt gets too.

Obviously brush off as much excess dirt as you can, and then set yourself up with 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water.

Step 1 - Dip the toothbrush in the solution or pour a bit directly on your sneaker and then taking the toothbrush and scrub in circular motion.

Step 2 - Alternate with the wash cloth also dipped in the vinegar solution.

Step 3 - Once you are satisfied with the stain removal, then go over the entire shoe with a damp wash cloth that was dipped in water only.

Step 4 - Let dry naturally or place in the dryer for a few minutes.

You don't want to soak the entire shoe, especially if you want to wear them fairly soon.  The above method is pretty good at getting out mud and grass stains.

If The Vinegar Didn't Work and You Have White Sneakers

White Toothpaste is your answer

This only works well on white sneakers.  It will fade colored ones, so if you have white ones and they are pretty dirty...

Step 1 - Put toothpaste on a toothbrush and rub into the white areas in a circular motion.

Step 2 - Wipe with a damp wash cloth

Step 3 - Let Dry

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Sneakers are expensive, so it is worth the effort to keep them clean.

I usually have separate shoes for cutting the lawn but sometimes I forget and running shoes are like magnets for grass stains.

If you prefer not to get into a DIY, then you can get quality sneaker cleaners online with Amazon as above.

Shoe Laces

If the stains migrated from the running shoe to the laces and especially if they were white, then take them out of the shoes and wash by hand in the sink with dish soap and warm water.

Rinse and let dry.

Before you know it your sneakers are as good as new.