How to clean ugg boots?

Having come to us from distant Australia and firmly taking a leading position in the shoe market, ugg boots are considered the most popular type of shoes among young people. They are made from durable suede, and such material is very dirty in rainy weather. But, even if the ugg boots are stained, this is not a reason to throw them away, you can get rid of stains.

Shoe cleaning rules

First of all, ugg boots need to be prepared for cleaning. If the material is wet, dry the shoes. It is not recommended to use heaters for drying, uggs should dry naturally . To speed up the process, put crumpled napkins inside that quickly absorb moisture.

Excess dust from shoes can be cleaned with a special dry brush. Dirt from the sole can be washed with plain water and a rag. After the main dirt is washed, the uggs are dried, you can start cleaning shoes from stains and traces of salt, which people love to sprinkle on roads in winter. Leaving salt on the shoes is not recommended, otherwise it will corrode the fabric and after a year the shoes can be discarded. It is forbidden to use washing powder, cleaning products intended for washing dishes, products containing alkali in their composition . They are difficult to remove from the fabric, in addition, they will damage thin suede and deform it.

How to clean?

In order to clean the ugg boots, you will need:

  • rubber brush for shoeshine;
  • sponge for washing dishes;
  • vinegar essence;
  • ammonia;
  • clean paper napkins or towels;
  • starch, chalk or talc;
  • petrol.

All these tools and devices will be needed to clean dust, grease stains and salt deposits. We will consider in detail each cleaning method using special products.

Household Cleaning Methods

One way to combat dirt and stains is to dry clean. It is recommended to carry out it in those cases when the ugg boots are dusty and have no special pollution . Take the rubber brush and gently swipe the material in the direction of the pile. Do not rub too hard so as not to damage the fabric.

If there are no brushes at hand, use a clean, dry cloth or an old toothbrush. The dry method allows you to get rid of recently appeared spots . Pour starch or talcum powder onto the stain and leave the uggs for 7–8 hours. White powder absorbs dirt and brightens the stain. This method is valid only on shoes in light shades, since talc or starch is able to lighten the material by several tones. After that, brush the powder with a brush or cloth.

Also, a piece of bread helps to get rid of spots. For cleaning light material, use white bread, for dark - rye bread. Roll a piece of bread into a ball and rub it thoroughly with a stain. Sweep the rest with a dry cloth.

Dry starch will not remove absorbed stains; cardinal measures must be taken here.

A large amount of dirt, stains and salt will help to cope with a wet way to clean shoes using special aids and substances. Dilute 3 tablespoons of vinegar in 200 ml of clean cool water, using a cloth and the resulting solution, clean the uggs from dirt.

Another good way to deal with pollution:

  • dampen a dishwashing sponge in ammonia;
  • wipe her shoes until wet;
  • apply talcum powder, starch or crumbled chalk on the spots;
  • leave for 10-15 minutes;
  • clean the residue with a dry cloth.

Gasoline and starch will help get rid of grease stains . Mix them to a thick slurry and apply on the spots. Leave on for a few minutes, remove any residue with water or a damp cloth. Vinegar and ammonia will help clear ugg from salt deposits. Mix them in equal proportions and apply with a napkin to the surface of the material. After that, the shoes must be dried in the fresh air.

Disinfection inside

The best way to remove odors from shoes is to ventilate them regularly. But, if it happened so that the uggs smell bad, internal disinfection is required. Pour the starch or talcum powder inside the shoe, leave the shoe for 20–25 minutes, then shake out the powder. Remove the remaining particles with a brush or blow with a hairdryer. The powder absorbs dirt and odor. Instead of starch or talcum powder, semolina can be used.

One common wet cleaning method is to use hydrogen peroxide. Mix 10 ml of peroxide and half a liter of clean water. Pour liquid into a spray bottle and spray it inside the shoe. Wait for the fur to dry, then comb it with a brush. Baking soda works well with the smell of mold. In addition, you will need alcohol and water. Mix them in the following proportion: 200 ml of water, 15–20 grams of soda, 1 tablespoon of alcohol. With this mixture, treat the inside of the ugg, especially the seams, and allow them to dry in the fresh air. Bad smell will disappear.

To prevent odors, use a special deodorant for closed shoes.

We clean the fur trim

To clean the fur trim from dirt, you can use all the methods that are applicable to disinfect the inside of the ugg:

  1. Dirt from fur can be removed with vinegar diluted in water at a ratio of 1:50. Take a comb with frequent teeth, and, dipping it into the liquid, carefully comb the fur. After drying your shoes and comb the fur with a clean brush .
  2. The fur can be cleaned using foam from shampoo for hair. Beat the shampoo in a small amount of water to form a thick foam, apply it on the rim and leave for 5-10 minutes. You can remove the residues with a cloth soaked in water or a damp cloth. Also, to clean the fur, a soda solution is suitable, after which the fur will have to be thoroughly dried.
  3. If the fur trim is painted a different color (this happens, for example, when wearing ugg and low-quality jeans), gasoline will help get rid of stains . They need to wipe all the problem areas with a cloth or sponge. The remaining gasoline should be cleaned with a clean, damp cloth. The smell of gasoline can be removed with talcum powder.