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    Can I put Air Force Ones in the dryer?
    Rio Jongsae Kim
    Designer Shoe & Bag Care Specialist
    Rio Jongsae Kim is a Designer Shoe and Bag Repair Specialist and the Owner of Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With over 40 years of experience, Rio and Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair specialize in the repair and reconstruction of leather and luxury goods including shoes, handbags, and accessories. Rio’s experience and dedication to quality repair and restoration have led to his work being featured on Yahoo, Insider, and MSN.
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    I wouldn't. Just leave them out in a well-ventilated area and let them air dry. That's going to be the safest way to get them dry.
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    What can I do if the shoes are really dirty?
    Rio Jongsae Kim
    Designer Shoe & Bag Care Specialist
    Rio Jongsae Kim is a Designer Shoe and Bag Repair Specialist and the Owner of Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With over 40 years of experience, Rio and Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair specialize in the repair and reconstruction of leather and luxury goods including shoes, handbags, and accessories. Rio’s experience and dedication to quality repair and restoration have led to his work being featured on Yahoo, Insider, and MSN.
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    Remove any large chunks of dirt or mud manually. Then, use a mixture of mild laundry detergent and water to get the shoes and shoelaces clean. Wash them in warm water to remove the soapy dirt and dry them with a soft towel.
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    How do I clean the stitching on the shoes without a bleach pen?
    wikiHow Staff Editor
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    Try using a bit of white toothpaste and a damp toothbrush to scrub the stitching.
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    Would it be okay to put custom air force ones in the washer? How would I cover the paint?
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    If the paint is machine-washable, you should be good to go. Otherwise, avoid the washing machine, and clean them gently with a microfiber towel, warm water, and soap. Try scrubbing a small spot first to see if the paint lifts.
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    Can you put Air Force 1 University Blue's in the washing machine (the mainly white ones)? They have a blue Nike swoosh and say Nike in blue at the back and are white all around just like the normal AF1s?
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    This is not recommended as these are expensive and suede (depending on UNC or University Blues). These can crease, and shrink the materials.
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