Q&A for How to Wash Shoes

Not if they have any natural materials, as laundry powders and liquids are generally alkaline in nature, which can cause damage to some materials. Check the material of the runners before washing.

Figure out what the caulk is made of on the label and match it with the corresponding solvent. You should be able to find this from where you bought the caulk if you don't have the packaging still.

Yes, just make sure you are careful so you don't damage the material. Also make sure you have the correct brush for the material.

Yes. Most common golf shoes should be fine in a washer machine, but check the label on the shoes, or the manufacturer to be sure. Wash golf shoes in the washer machine using the same method shown in this article for sneakers, but do not put the shoes in the dryer.

Get a waterproofing product for shoes and boots to seal the leather, and use it both inside and outside the shoes. If the shoes have laces, get several pairs and remove them after each use for washing. Make sure the shoes have removable insoles (consider getting some replacements for these, too), and rinse them out after use in a 5% Clorox solution.

If they are already black and you just want to enhance the color you can buy black polish, depending on the material of the shoe. If they aren't already black and you want them black, you will probably need a professional to do this for you.

Binder clips would work instead of clothes pins. Or you could just let them sit outside on a chair or some other clean spot.

Wash them by hand using the instructions provided above, I have found that it keeps them clean without needing the washer.