How To Wash School Shoes
Knowing how to clean school shoes can be a real life saver, having to keep buying shoes as part of an already expensive uniform isn’t something you want to be doing unless absolutely necessary. So, let's take a look at what can be done to effectively wash different types of school shoes:
How To Clean Black School Shoes — Black is the most common colour for school shoes, however they can be one of the hardest colours to keep clean. There are however a few things that can be done to help make life easier. If the shoes are leather, use a damp cloth (not dripping!) to remove any excess dirt and then let them air dry away from a heat source. A good quality leather oil can then be worked into the shoes, this will protect against water damage and will prevent the leather from cracking.
If the shoes are suede, use a soft bristle brush to remove any excess dirt, avoid using water on suede as this will cause stains and can cause the colour to run.
How To Wash Canvas Shoes — Canvas shoes are perfect during the summer time as they allow feet to breathe, however they can become dirty quite quickly. One of the easiest ways to clean canvas shoes is to put them in the washing machine, however this can age the shoes more quickly. Alternatively, a simple soap and water bath using a soft bristle brush to remove the dirt can also do the trick. As with leather, always air dry to maintain the integrity of the shoe.
How To Clean White Canvas Shoes — White canvas shoes can be a problem, even after washing they can still seem a little off colour. One sure fire way to make them look like new is with a simple solution of baking soda mixed with water, using a toothbrush to work it into the shoe. Once this is done, it can be left for a few minutes before washing as you would before.
How To Keep School Shoes Clean — The best way to help prevent school shoes getting dirty is by applying a protective spray. These are particularly useful for leather and suede shoes as they also create a waterproof layer, preventing water marks and particularly salt stains during the winter months.
To help keep canvas shoes clean and to create a waterproof barrier, simply use a clear/white candle to coat the shoes and then melt the wax into the canvas using a hair dryer. Always be sure to check that the canvas is cotton not synthetic before heating.