How to Remove Gum From the Bottom of Sneakers
Most people who do their own home repairs swear by a product called WD-40. While it is marketed as a lubricant, WD-40 can fix a plethora of household problems: everything from squeaky doors and furniture to stained clothes and floors. But perhaps one of its most handy uses is gum removal. Here is how to quickly remove gum stuck to the bottom of your sneakers. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Keep the Sneakers, Get Rid of the Gum
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Spray the WD-40 directly onto the gum and let it sit for two minutes.
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Using a dry paper towel, lift off the gum. It should come off easily.
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Add a squirt of soap to a damp paper towel, and gently scrub the bottom of the sneaker where there was once gum and WD-40.
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Using a dry paper towel, wipe the area until there is no more moisture.
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Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water to remove any lingering WD-40.
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Tips & Warnings
WD-40 also removes gum from fabrics, leather and even wallpaper.
Because WD-40 is poisonous, It is important to wash the area on the sneaker where you used it to avoid tracking it through the house and putting children and pets at risk. Ingesting the product can cause side effects such as diarrhea and vomiting.
