In the hectic summer season, shoes get dirty much faster and need to be cleaned regularly. This also applies to the insoles. How to clean shoe insoles and which home remedies are best for cleaning, read on!
The easiest cleaning method for shoe insoles
The best way to wash your shoe insoles is with soap and water. Clean your shoe insoles by hand with lukewarm water and mild soap or a mild detergent. Remove them from the shoes and scrub gently with an old toothbrush. Allow to air dry after cleaning.
Here's what you need to clean your shoe insoles.
- A plastic bowl for soaking/washing shoes
- An old toothbrush with soft bristles to gently clean the insoles
- A mild soap such as unscented laundry detergent, dish soap, or baby shampoo
- A large towel to dry the insoles
- A second large towel to pat the insoles dry
Note: When cleaning your shoe insoles with soap, fragrance-free soaps are usually most effective because they eliminate odors rather than mask them.
Clean shoe insoles with vinegar
Vinegar is one of the most common household cleaning products because it is a natural disinfectant and kills bacteria hidden in shoes. Spray your shoes and insoles with a mixture of 50 percent water and 50 percent white distilled vinegar. Allow the shoe insoles to air dry for 30 minutes. Every time you take off your shoes, spray a small amount into the shoes. This means your shoes always smell good.
You can also make a mixture of vinegar and water with 2 parts vinegar and 1 part hot water and soak the insoles for a few hours. After a few hours, rinse the insoles thoroughly to remove the vinegar.
Neutralize rumors with baking soda
Many people use baking soda to neutralize odors and kill bacteria.How to cleanYour shoe insoles correctly: Place one to two teaspoons of baking soda in a large plastic bag. Then place the insoles in the bag and shake the bag. The baking soda must be distributed everywhere on the insoles. Leave the insoles in the bag overnight. Then simply remove the remaining baking soda or wipe it with a damp cloth. Your insoles should now smell much better.
Rubbing alcohol for disinfecting shoe insoles
Rubbing alcohol can also be used to clean shoe insoles thanks to its disinfecting properties. How to kill bacteria and get rid of odors. Alcohol evaporates, so you don't need to rinse it off. This method works well for non-removable insoles. Simply mix equal parts alcohol and water in a bowl or spray bottle and spray the insoles and shoes thoroughly. Let it dry and your shoes will be good to wear again!
Clean insoles: Kill bacteria in the freezer
Foot odor is a problem that is more common than you might think! Most of us spend at least 8 hours a day in our shoes, and with the summer heat when we sweat more than usual, it's no surprise that many people suffer from foot odor. It may sound strange, but you can use the freezer to get rid of bacteria from smelly shoe insoles. Put your shoes orInsoles in a clean onefreezer bag and leave in the freezer for 24 to 48 hours. This trick is perfect for shoes or insoles that can't get wet. The cold kills bacteria and your shoe insoles are clean and smell good again.
Can you use the washing machine to clean the pads?
Unless you have insoles that are suitable for use in the washing machine, we recommend that you avoid this procedure. If you clean your removable insoles thoroughlywant to clean, you can machine wash them, but with caution! Put them in a laundry bag, wash themin cold water on a gentle cycleand then air dry them. Do not centrifuge them as this will shrink them and may damage the mold.
What to avoid when cleaning your shoe insoles
When cleaning your shoe insoles, avoid heating them because heat can soften the adhesive on the insole, causing the layers to come apart. It can also cause certain areas to contract, changing the shape of the insoles and your shoes will no longer be as comfortable as before.
Care of the insoles to prevent contamination
- If you clean your insoles regularly, you will prevent dirt and odors. Make it a habit to clean the soles of your shoes once a week or twice a month.
- To reduce the smell and dirt on your insoles, wear socks. Socks help absorb sweat and dirt so they don't get onto your insoles.
- Try to change your shoes and don't always wear the same pair.
- Replace the old insoles when you notice that your insoles are worn out. Do this for shoes that you wear frequently so that the insoles are always good quality and clean.
