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If you have a pair of Yeezy slides and love wearing them out, giving them a regular cleaning will keep them in great condition. Because these stylish sandals are made from EVA foam, they’re super easy to clean at home with a few supplies you probably already have. No matter what color Yeezy slides you’re rocking, we’ll help you restore them to their original look. Keep reading, and we’ll cover the best way to clean your slides and how to prevent them from getting messy in the first place.

Things You Should Know

  • Scrub your Yeezy slides gently with a soft-bristled brush to remove dirt and debris on the surface.
  • Get rid of marks and stains with a microfiber cloth or cleaning brush soaked with warm water and dish soap.
  • Rinse leftover soap and any remaining dirt off with clean running water. Pat your Yeezy slides dry with a towel before leaving them to air-dry completely.
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Cleaning Yeezy Slides at Home

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  1. Remove any loose dirt or debris with a soft-bristled brush . Use a cleaning brush or a soft-bristled toothbrush so you don’t risk damaging your shoes. Gently scrub the surfaces and between the treads on the bottoms of your Yeezy slides to break apart any dirt or debris that’s stuck. [1]
    • Avoid using stiff-bristled brushes or abrasive cleaners on your Yeezys because they could leave scratches in the material.
  2. Wet the corner of a microfiber cleaning cloth with warm water and add a drop of dish soap. Then, just use a circular motion to gently scrub any marks or stuck-on dirt off of your Yeezys. [2]
    • Avoid applying excessive pressure when you’re cleaning your Yeezys, or it could damage the material.
    • Even though a magic cleaning eraser can remove spots and marks, avoid using one because it may leave small scratches on the smooth surfaces of your Yeezys.
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  3. Fill a bowl or plastic container with warm water and add in a few squirts of dish soap. Place your Yeezy slides in the soapy water and let them sit for about 30 seconds. Then, use your soft cleaning brush to gently work the stains off of the surface. Clean the bottoms of your Yeezy slides by working the bristles between the treads to get rid of dirt or mud stains. [3]
    • Alternatively, you may try using shoe cleaner instead of dish soap.
    • Avoid putting your Yeezy slides in the washer because the cycle could cause your shoes to get damaged or misshapen.
    • Steer clear of using any harsh chemical cleaners on your Yeezys because they could get discolored.
  4. Hold your shoes under warm running water to get rid of any soap residue that’s still left on your shoes. If you notice any areas that still look dirty, scrub them a little bit more before rinsing them off again. [4]
  5. Set your Yeezy slides on a soft, clean towel and pat them dry. Be sure to wipe up as much water as you can, especially between the treads on the bottoms of the shoes. After you dry them off, lean your Yeezys against a wall to let them air-dry. [5]
    • Leaning your Yeezys helps any excess water run off instead of leaving water marks on the material.
  6. Make a solution that’s half warm water and half distilled white vinegar. Wet a corner of a cloth with the solution and wipe it onto your Yeezys to get rid of the odor. Then, let your shoes air-dry. Alternatively, sprinkle a thin layer of baking soda on the footbeds and let it sit overnight to absorb the odor. The following day, just shake the baking soda out and wipe your slides with a clean cloth. [6]
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Keeping Yeezy Slides Clean

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  1. Whenever you finish wearing your slides for the day, check if they’re dirty or have any marks on them. Wet a soft microfiber cloth and quickly wipe up any dirt or debris you see so it’s less likely to leave a stain. [7]
    • If you only wear your slides indoors, you may not have to clean them as frequently.
  2. Keep your Yeezys away from extreme temperatures or harsh conditions because excessive heat and cold could warp the materials. Find a place out of direct sunlight to keep your shoes, like in a closet or mudroom. [8]
    • Put your slides back in their original box to keep them protected.
  3. If you know you’re going to a place with muddy or rough walkways, avoid wearing your slides so they don’t get messy or damaged. Try to only wear your slides when you’re walking on smooth, clean surfaces. [9]
  4. Apply waterproof spray to prevent stains and water damage. Waterproofing spray adds a protective layer onto the surface of your shoe that makes water and dirt slide off. Apply the waterproofing by spraying it directly onto your Yeezys, and then wipe up the excess with a clean cloth. Let your shoes dry completely overnight for the waterproofing to take effect. [10]
    • Reapply waterproof spray after every few times you wear your slides, or as often as the packaging recommends.
    • Additionally, you may apply sole protectors , which are adhesive covers that stick to the bottoms of your Yeezy slides. Just avoid using any sole protectors that require a heat gun to apply since it could warp or damage the material.
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