How to Wash Shoes in the Washing Machine

How Do You Properly Wash Your Shoes?

Before you start, check your shoes' care and cleaning instructions to ensure they're washer/dryer safe. Then, follow the following steps:

To prepare your shoes for the washing machine:

● Remove the laces and scrub any loose dirt from the surface.

● Use an old toothbrush to get into smaller areas like eyelets and a larger, stiff-bristled brush for the shoe's surface.

● For more obvious or stubborn dirt, hold the shoes beneath a running tap to remove excess debris and stains.

If your shoes have excess mud or debris in the soles, use a soft brush to remove as much as possible. You can also use a toothbrush or toothpicks to remove debris from tight areas carefully. Once the dirt is removed, remove scuff marks using a rag or soft brush to apply a shoe cleaner. Gently rub the cleaner onto the scuffs, then wipe away with a damp rag.

How do you wash shoes without ruining them? It's a good idea to pop your shoes and your laces inside a mesh laundry bag to protect them from becoming snagged on the inside of the drum. If you don't have a laundry bag, an empty pillowcase is a good alternative.

Leveraging the AI DD™ Intelligent Care with 18% more fabric protection, based on big data of accumulated washing experience, LG washing machines' AI DD™ technology offers the most optimized washing motion to care for your laundry and protect your shoes from damage.

Rather than opting for a warm wash, keep the water temperature at a cooler 30 degrees to prevent the colors of your shoes from running or fading; this is especially important if you're washing PU or PVC, as you don't want to damage the coating.

The LG Washing Machines' OPTIMAL WASH for fabrics with 6 Motion DD technology provides optimized motion combinations for each fabric type. It delivers powerful washing performance with less damage, ensuring your shoes are cleaned effectively.

Put your shoes in a warm place, and pop some scrunched-up newspaper inside. This helps absorb excess moisture and ensures your shoes dry in the correct shape so you know they'll be as comfortable as ever.

LG WashTower™ for Shoes Washing

The LG WashTower™ revolutionizes the way you wash and dry your shoes and other delicate items with its advanced features designed for optimal care and efficiency.

● Leveraging Smart Pairing™, the WashTower™ seamlessly syncs the drying cycle with the washing cycle you select, ensuring that the perfect dryer setting is automatically chosen.

● The built-in intelligence of AIDD™ technology takes out the guesswork by detecting the most suitable wash cycle to treat your shoes and clothes with the utmost care.

● Thanks to its preheating dryer that reduces drying time, the WashTower™ allows for complete washing and drying in just an hour.

● With the Dual Inverter Heat Pump™, you can enjoy faster drying and significant energy savings, making the LG WashTower™ an ideal choice for keeping your footwear and fabrics clean, fresh, and well-protected.

One Last Tip

Choose the right washing machine to wash delicate items like shoes; keeping your shoes clean doesn't have to be a daunting task, especially with the right washing machine that offers multiple washing programs to cater to different fabric types. Modern washing machines, like those with AI DD™ Intelligent Care, can detect your fabric and optimize the wash cycle, ensuring even delicate items like shoes are washed safely without compromising their quality.

Another great technology you should look for is Steam Technology, which allows you to achieve allergy and odor-free results, enhancing the freshness and hygiene of your shoes. Investing in a versatile washing machine with these advanced features means you can easily maintain the cleanliness and longevity of all your garments, from shoes to delicate fabrics, conveniently and precisely.