How to Care for Sorel Boot Liners
When your feet are exposed to snow and extremely cold temperatures, a pair of well constructed snow boots is in order. Many boots, such as those manufactured by Sorel, include boot liners that offer warmth and comfort for your feet. Yet, boot liners can become damp and even develop odors through regular use. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Basin or other large container
- Cool water
- 1/4 tsp. of mild liquid detergent
- 2 bath towels
Instructions
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Drying Out the Liners
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Remove the liners from your boots if they become damp or wet. Pull upward on the top part of the liner inside your boot to remove.
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Place the Sorel liners in a well ventilated area to dry out for approximately 12 to 24 hours. Keep them away from extreme, direct heat.
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Replace the liners in your boots after you have felt them to make sure they have completely dried.
Cleaning Your Boot Liners
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Fill a sink basin or other large container with cool water. Add a 1/4 tsp. of mild liquid detergent to the water and agitate it with your hands to create bubbles.
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Place the felt boot liners into the soap and water and swirl them around in the water with your hands for approximately one minute. Allow the liners to soak in the soap and water for 10 minutes.
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Remove the boot liners from the water and place on a bath towel. Drain the basin or pour the water out of the large container into a sink. Replace the drained water with plain, cool water.
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Place the boot liners back into the water and swirl them around with your hands to rinse for two to three minutes.
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Remove the liners from the water and place on a bath towel. Roll the bath towel up into a cylinder shape with the liners inside of the towel. Press down on the bath towel with both of your hands in order to remove excess water from the liners.
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Remove the liners from the bath towel and place in a well ventilated area, away from extreme or direct heat, to dry for approximately 12 to 24 hours before replacing them in your boots.
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Tips & Warnings
Never wash your Sorel boot liners in a washing machine or place them in a clothes dryer. It may damage them and shorten their life.
Only use the instructions in this article for recycled felt liners. ThermoPlus boot liners should not be immersed in water. Instead, spot clean them with a cloth dampened with plain water.
