Keds are the most favorite footwear for young people. Some people are so fond of these shoes that they buy several pairs at once and wear them almost every day. However, the shoe has one insidious problem, which you face only after you sweep them for a couple of weeks. It consists in the fact that they very quickly get dirty. On the side of the sole appear black stains, it turns yellow and its color becomes less expressive. And if the upper part of the shoe is made of light fabric, then permanent washings can not be avoided. However, knowing how to whiten white sneakers at home, you can easily keep your shoes clean.
What can I whiten white sneakers?
As in the case of clothes, different methods can be used to whiten shoes, namely:
- Liquid soap or shampoo . From classical washing powders and household soap it is better to refuse, as after drying on a white fabric ugly yellow maculae can appear, to get rid of which it will be impossible. For cleaning, use an old brush with soft bristles. Distribute it soap over the entire surface, then rinse the sneakers in cold water. Dry shoes in an upright position.
- Toothpaste . Gently rub a soft cloth / sponge into the sneakers with a small amount of paste (choose a classic white paste without colored impregnations), then remove all excess with a dry cloth. Shoes should brighten considerably.
- Oxygen bleach . Dilute the powder until the consistency is needed and wipe the surface of the sneakers. The yellowness disappears, and the shoes will become slightly lighter.
- A mixture of washing powder, vinegar and hydrogen peroxide / lemon juice . Mix the listed ingredients to the state of a thick paste and distribute it using a toothbrush.
Note that on mesh sneakers, this method is best not to use, otherwise you can damage the fabric. - Paint for shoes . If the dirt on the sole is not removed, then you can simply paint over them with white paint for rubber surfaces. Before painting the sole will need to be thoroughly washed and dried.
If you do not have time to practice these methods, you can wash the sneakers in a washing machine. To reduce friction about the drum, wrap the shoes in a special laundry bag, or put it with a pair of old towels or rags. That the sneakers do not get unstuck, set a temperature of 30-40 degrees Celsius.