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Any idea how to make white Superga trainers look clean(ish) again?

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WhereAreWeNow · 18/08/2016 11:41

Or any white canvas shoes really? Mine are looking very grey and grubby but I'm not sure if they can go in the washing machine.

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seenitallbefore · 18/08/2016 12:00

They are fine to go in the washing machine . My white ones came up really well .

RusholmeRuffian · 18/08/2016 12:35

They are fine to go in the washing machine. Stuff them with kitchen roll while they dry to help keep the shape.

overthehillandroundthemountain · 18/08/2016 12:36

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SleepFreeZone · 18/08/2016 12:36

Those magic sponges?

WhereAreWeNow · 18/08/2016 12:47

Thanks all. Doesn't it knacker your washing machine?

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WhereAreWeNow · 18/08/2016 12:48

Oh, and another stupid question: quick wash, long cycle, hot or cool?

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HeyMicky · 18/08/2016 12:58

Mix bicarb and lemon juice into a paste and rub all over the shoes. Leave to dry and then leave in the sun for a day or so. Brush/bash the dry residue off and you'll have lovely white trainers again

Sgtmajormummy · 18/08/2016 13:01

I clean the outside rubber trims with white cif liquid if that's any help...

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WhereAreWeNow · 19/08/2016 08:51

Thanks everyone. I'll give it a go tonight.

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MadJackMcMad · 19/08/2016 10:58

I always wash my white Supergas, have worn them for years and buy a new pair every couple of years. I've even washed white leather Supergas several times and they look great. TIP - do not use a biological detergent OR a colour detergent - they still contain some biological enzymes - as it will make the rubber yellow and the glue discolour; get non-bio tabs (I use Sainsbo's own) and use a short wash 30 or 40 degrees, put an old light coloured bath towel in there to cushion the washing machine drum.

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