Sneaker Cleaners

Most leather shoes are made of sealed leather, making it difficult for water and stains to penetrate deep, and making them easy to clean. However, we do not recommend cleaning raw, unsealed leather (such as vegetable-tanned leather) because liquid can permanently darken the material and/or cause dye to run.

Our Premium Deep Cleaning Solution not only deep cleans leather, but conditions it with a blend of coconut and jojoba oils. 

1. Start by ensuring the leather is free of dust and dirt using a dry brush. 
2. Apply a liberal amount of solution to the same brush, and dip it in a bowl of water to dilute (this stuff is concentrated!) 
3. Gently scrub the surface in a circular motion, then wipe clean with a damp cloth. 

You may find it helpful to clean your shoe sections at a time. Work your way around the entire shoe, but avoid soaking the leather. Let the sneakers air dry in a cool place away from direct heat or sunlight.

Our Ready-to-Use Foam Cleaner is perfect for cleaning canvas shoes, like Vans, Converse, Superga, or Chuck Taylors. First, remove any loose dirt or dust from the surface by brushing them with a dry brush. Apply a small amount of Ready-to-Use Foam Cleaner to the same brush and gently scrub the canvas in circular motions. It’s important to scrub the entire surface area to avoid creating any isolated water stains. Use a microfiber towel to dab and twist the canvas to soak up as much liquid as possible and to help lift any remaining stain. Let the shoes air dry completely. 

The longer you go without cleaning your sneakers, the harder it is to get the dirt out. You can help keep canvas shoes clean by tending to stains as soon as possible, before they are allowed to set. For tougher stains like grass or wine stains, we recommend using the Deep Cleaning Solution. 

To clean mesh sneakers or running shoes like Flyknit, Hoka, Salomon, or On, start by brushing off any loose dirt or debris with a hogs hair Delicates Cleaning Brush. Apply a small amount of our Ready-to-Use Foam Cleaner to the brush, and gently scrub in the direction of the knit pattern. Avoid harsh scrubbing to avoid damaging the delicate material. Use a microfiber towel to remove any remaining foam solution, and let the shoes air dry.

To restore your white sneakers, start by applying our Ready-to-Use Foam Cleaner to the Delicates Cleaning Brush. Gently scrub the entire shoe, focusing on stained or dirty areas. For tougher stains, use a firmer brush and reapply the cleaner as needed. Use our Quick Wipes to clean the soles. Wipe off any excess solution with a clean microfiber towel and allow the sneakers to air dry.

To keep your sneakers white, regularly clean them and apply a protectant repellent spray, like our Repel Spray, to protect against future stains. Also, store them in a cool, dry place away from dirt, moisture, and excessive sunlight.