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    Can shoe insoles be washed?
    Moe Draper
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
    Moe Draper is a Shoe Care and Repair Specialist and the Owner of Detroit Shoe Shine and Shoe Repair. With over 20 years of personal experience, Moe specializes in shoe shining, cosmetic restorations for quality leather goods, and minor/major shoe repair services. Moe and his staff at Detroit Shoe Shine and Repair have over 30 years of combined experience and knowledge.
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
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    It depends on what they're made of, but typically, yes. If the insoles come out, you can put them in a delicate laundry bag and wash them on a delicate cycle.
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    How do I clean sandal insoles that don't come out?
    Moe Draper
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
    Moe Draper is a Shoe Care and Repair Specialist and the Owner of Detroit Shoe Shine and Shoe Repair. With over 20 years of personal experience, Moe specializes in shoe shining, cosmetic restorations for quality leather goods, and minor/major shoe repair services. Moe and his staff at Detroit Shoe Shine and Repair have over 30 years of combined experience and knowledge.
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
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    If the shoe is a sandal with a sheen texture (not leather or anything like that), then you can easily clean them with warm water and laundry soap. Dry them off with a towel when you're done.
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    Can I clean suede insoles with soap?
    Moe Draper
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
    Moe Draper is a Shoe Care and Repair Specialist and the Owner of Detroit Shoe Shine and Shoe Repair. With over 20 years of personal experience, Moe specializes in shoe shining, cosmetic restorations for quality leather goods, and minor/major shoe repair services. Moe and his staff at Detroit Shoe Shine and Repair have over 30 years of combined experience and knowledge.
    Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
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    No, suede insoles need to be cleaned by a professional. Luckily, a lot of suede shoes don't have suede insoles, so you shouldn't run into this too often.
  • Question
    How do I remove the black printed label on the inside heel surface that comes in contact with my skin?
    Nazifa Mirza
    Community Answer
    Soak the shoe in a bowl of shampoo, conditioner, baking soda, and cornstarch. This will help the label come off and still keep the shoe looking good.
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