Can You Wash New Balance Shoes?
New Balance is the fourth-largest manufacturer of athletic shoes in the United States, and the fifth largest worldwide. All shoes require a certain amount of upkeep and maintenance to keep them looking and performing their best. While you should not immerse shoes completely in water or put them in a washing machine, there are easy and effective ways to clean your New Balance shoes. Does this Spark an idea?
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New Balance Shoes
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New Balance's focus is providing high-quality athletic shoes in a variety of widths and sizes. Having multiple widths available in multiple sizes has been a trademark of the brand. It employs a "function over fashion" philosophy and do not purchase celebrity endorsements, relying instead on word of mouth and grassroots style advertising, according to SneakerHead.com.
Care of Suede Shoes
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Suede shoes can notoriously be difficult to care for. The nature of suede attracts stains, and getting suede wet can ruin the shoes. Try using a soft brush, like an old toothbrush, to gently brush away minor dirt and stains. Regular brushing will also help to keep the shoes looking nice. For more stubborn stains, use a commercial stain remover specifically for suede. New Balance sells a product designed to work specifically with their suede shoes, according to SneakerHead.com.
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Cleaning Nylon and Nylon Mesh Shoes
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Wipe nylon and nylon mesh shoes clean by using a clean, damp cloth. Remember not to saturate or fully immerse these shoes in water. Periodically spraying shoes with a silicone protective spray will help to prevent future stains.
Cleaning the Soles of Shoes
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To get the soles of shoes clean, a old toothbrush is a great tool. You'll need some elbow grease and a cleaning product as well. New Balance sells cleaning products specifically for use on their shoes, but you might also try scrubbing with an Oxyclean paste (see the manufacturer's directions) or a household cleanser.
Caring for Leather Shoes
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To care for leather shoes, you'll need some leather polish that matches as close as possible to the color leather of the shoe. New Balance sells products for use on their shoes for this purpose. You'll also need a soft cloth to first dust the leather and then to apply the polish or cream. Remember to never polish wet leather, or you could irreparably damage it.
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