Shoe problem? We have a (home) way to do it!

Deal with your problems at home

Are you ashamed to take off your shoes in guests? Can't get rid of stubborn road salt stains on your favorite boots? Wearing the high heels you've been saving up for for so long gives you chills and painful blisters? Or maybe you have a problem with squeaky soles? 

Relax! We're here to help you. We have collected the most effective home remedies that will help you deal with the most common shoe problems in no time.

What about the bad smell from the shoes?

When your shoes smell bad, baking soda will come in handy. Pour it generously inside the shoe and tilt it until the product evenly covers the entire insole. Leave the shoes on overnight, and shake or vacuum them thoroughly in the morning. Unpleasant odor and bacteria have been effectively eliminated!

How to remove road salt stains with home remedies?

Have unsightly road salt stains appeared on your favorite boots? We know how to fix it!

Above all, remember that time is of the essence. If you don't want the discoloration to stay with you permanently, you need to act as quickly as possible.

A little washing up liquid is perfect for suede shoes. Pour a few drops onto a clean cloth and rub the dirty areas vigorously. Then brush the suede with a soft bristle brush.

In the case of leather shoes, you can successfully use a combination of vinegar and water in a 1:1 ratio. Remove the remnants of this mixture with a damp cloth, then apply shoe conditioner and you're done.

Next time, remember to impregnate them with a waterproof and stain-resistant preparation before putting on suede winter boots.

How to refresh white shoes and restore their former color?

Your favorite white sneakers have lost their color and look not aesthetically pleasing? Contrary to appearances, you don't have to invest in a new pair at all, because you can effectively clean them at home. Before you start working, take out the laces, which you can soak in a solution of water and bleach or replace with new ones.

In addition to the laces, it is worth cleaning the insoles. You can replace them with new ones or remove them and clean them with a brush and washing-up liquid.

Remember that if you do not properly prepare your shoes for cleaning, the work you put into getting them snow white will be in vain when old, gray laces are in the foreground.

To whiten yellowed shoes, you will need gray soap. Create foam in a bowl and rub it into your shoes until you notice that they regain their snow-white color. An old toothbrush and white toothpaste will work in a similar way.

Another effective method is the use of a "magic sponge". Lightly wet it and rub it over the upper and rubber sole. See how simple it is?

How to remove stains from white shoes?

When dealing with small stains, rub them with a soft-bristled toothbrush that you soak in warm water mixed with washing-up liquid.

Vinegar works just as well. Pour it into a bottle with an atomizer and spray the dirty places. Leave your shoes in the sun to whiten them even more.

Remember that if you are dealing with white footwear made of delicate mesh, it is worth being patient. This material is very sensitive, so work slowly and in moderation.

How to quickly break new shoes?

You'll need a little patience to break down your new shoes. Put them on for several minutes every day so that they adapt to the shape of your feet. However, if you don't have much time, prepare a solution of alcohol and water. Pour it into a bottle with an atomizer and spray the inside of the shoes in places where you feel pressure.

For leather shoes, you can use a hot air dryer and thick socks. Heat the shoe until the material warms up. This way you will gain more flexibility and a better fit. Be careful not to direct the airflow towards the places where the material is glued to the sole, which may cause the shoes to stick together.

How to deal with a squeaky sole?

If the sole of your shoes squeaks, it may be due to moisture that has penetrated into them. All you have to do is sprinkle the insole with corn starch, which will absorb moisture in the blink of an eye and prevent that annoying sound from coming out. Baking powder, baking soda or baby powder will work in a similar way.

Home remedies for rubbing shoes

When after a short walk in new shoes you feel that you won't like each other, you don't have to part with them. Just follow our home remedies and you'll never have to worry about painful blisters and chafing again.

Remember that chafing of shoes can be caused by an ill-fitting size. In most cases, too tight shoes are the culprit. However, if you are sure that you have chosen the right size, try stretching your leather shoes a bit.

Put thick woolen socks on your feet, slip on your shoes and set the dryer on a warm setting, keeping it a safe distance from the upper. When the skin warms up, the material becomes more flexible and adapts perfectly to the shape of your foot. Allow your shoes to cool down completely before taking them off. Repeat this process until you are satisfied with the results.