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    I've already tried the above methods to get the perfume smell out of my sneakers. Is there anything else I can try?
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    Do the tea bag method every day for a week.
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    Can you use more than one of these at a time?
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    Yes. Although be prepared for some bubbly fun if you combine the vinegar and baking soda methods!
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    How do I clean my all-white Nike Air Force 1s?
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    Use the tea bag or dyer method. If you really want to clean them, try a very light bleaching.
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    I tried the baking soda method, but how should I clean the baking soda out of my shoes after?
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    Gently bang the heel of the shoe on a solid surface until the baking soda collects in the heel. Turn it upside down over the trash can and gently tap the bottom of the shoe until it falls out. It won't hurt your feet if a bit stays in the shoe, and will help to control new odor.
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    How can I dry my Nike winter jogger boots?
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    Unlace them and stuff newspaper or paper towels in them. Let them dry for a few hours and then remove the newspapers. Let them air dry in the sun (if possible) for a few hours after that.
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    Can I use a new teabag? Or does it have to have been used and then dried out?
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    A new tea bag would be best. A dried out bag would have lost its aroma.
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    What is the active ingredient in odor eaters?
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    Activated charcoal in odor eaters neutralize the odor through deionization, in much the same way as modern odor neutralizing sprays.
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    Will putting expensive shoes with towels through washing machine on the gentle cycle still damage shoes?
    Community Answer
    Yes, the shoes may still be damaged.
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    What type of a tea bags are used to remove the smell?
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    Use any type of tea you'd like!
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    I tried the tea bag and baking soda method, but it didn't work. Which other one do you recommend for me?
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    The dryer sheets would be the next best thing. If that doesn't work you might consider getting new shoes.
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    How do I clean my Jordans?
    Community Answer
    Follow the tips listed in the article above.
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    How much baking soda do I need to put in?
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    Put 1 teaspoon and shake it around. Then let it sit overnight -- the smell should be gone in the morning.
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    Will hydrogen peroxide work?
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    Yes, it will. However, it will also bleach them. Consider using 70% alcohol instead.
  • Question
    Can I just wash my shoes with water?
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    Water may get dirt off the outside, but it won't get deep stains out of certain materials. I suggest using a compound of soap as well.
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    How do I clean my shoes?
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    Follow the instructions listed in the article above.
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    How long should I aerate my shoes after a long day?
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    Until the next use. This should be plenty of time to get the smell out of the shoes.
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    Is washing my shoes with only water enough to remove the dried sweat in it?
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    Nope! Water alone won't kill the bacteria, and it may make it worse. Use a drop of dish soap.
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    Can I put my Adidas Superstars in the washer?
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    I have done this, but I put them in a pillowcase and then knotted open end. I washed them in a non-agitator top-loading washer in Woolite, then I pulled them out at the end of the cycle and air dried them and stuffed them with paper to retain their shape when I was done.
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    Can I put my solid 24k gold plated shoes in the washer?
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    A washing machine will clean them. However, it will also destroy your gold plating.
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    How do I clean my Birkenstocks?
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    Follow the methods in Clean Birkenstocks .
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