How to Clean Nike Max Air Shoes

Sneakers should be hand washed.

The Nike Air Max sneaker is made mostly of a nylon mesh, along with some other synthetic materials and a rubber sole. To keep your Nike Air Max sneakers in optimal condition, it's advisable to clean them periodically. This will extend the life of the sneakers and keep them looking fresh. Hand washing is advisable for Nike sneakers because machine washing may cause them to become damaged or, in some cases, destroyed.

Things You'll Need

• Bleach
• Bowl
• Mild soap
• Soft bristle toothbrush
• Soft cloth
• Paper towels

Instructions

1. Remove the laces from your Nike Air Max sneakers. Soak your shoe laces in a bowl with 2 cups of water and 1 tbsp. of bleach.

2. Fill a bowl with warm water. Add 2 to 3 drops of a mild soap to the water. Submerge a soft cloth in the soapy water and wring it out so it is still moist, but not saturated.

3. Wipe your sneakers clean with the moistened cloth. Use a soft bristle toothbrush dipped in the soapy water for crevices and tougher stains.

4. Pat your sneakers dry of excess moisture with paper towels. Wad up paper towels and stuff them inside your sneakers so they keep their shape while you allow them to air dry.

5. Remove your shoe laces from the bleach cleanser. Rinse them thoroughly in cold water to remove bleach. Squeeze excess water from your shoe laces and lay them flat on a dry paper towel to air dry with your sneakers.

References

• Nike: FAQ
• Men's Flair: Cleaning White Sneakers
• "The Mom Book: 4,278 of Mom Central's Tips-- For Moms From Moms"; Stacy M. DeBroff; 2002