October 30th, 2009How to Clean the smelly Shoes?
If you have ever had a pair of smelly shoes then you know why someone would beg to know how to clean their smelly shoes. Whether they are your sandals, flip flops, sneakers, or dress shoes you can easily clean your smelly shoes and keep them clean for the future!
Step 1:
Prevent the problem. Smelly shoes are created by smelly feet. Or, at least, by the problems that cause smelly feet — the enemy bacteria that grow in dark, warm, and moist places (making your shoes an ideal candidate). Preventing the problem isn’t always easy, but the following suggestions can help keep the problem under control.
· Keep your feet washed. Depending on how bad your feet are, you may have to do this more then one time a day. You can use an antibacterial soap for help (use your hand soap if you have to).
· Soak your feet in green tea. Green tea has antibacterial properties and 15 minutes of soaking can kill bacteria and help a lot.
· Dry your feet thoroughly. Dry your feet with a towel. Make sure you get between your toes as well.
· Sprinkle baking soda on your feet to help absorb odor and moisture.
· Where cotton socks which absorb moisture better. Whenever possible choose white over other colors.
Step 2:
Brush any dirt or mud off. Using a soft bristled brush, carefully brush off dirt and mud.
Step 3:
Remove the laces and inserts. Carefully remove the shoes inserts and laces. This will make the cleaning process easier.
Step 4:
Wash your shoes. Mix 1 cup of baking soda into three or four cups of hot water. Use this to wash your shoes inside and out.
Step 5:
Stuff your shoes with paper. This will let your shoes keep their shape as well as help absorb moisture. Let your shoes dry.
Step 6:
Sprinkle the insides with baking soda. Pour some baking soda into your shoes (be generous) and then shake them around to coat the top and bottom as well as the sides with baking soda. Dump out the excess powder. This will help with odor and moisture.
















