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You may also want to preserve their longevity by cleaning them by hand.

Smack each sneaker flat on pavement or tap the soles together to knock off loose dirt.

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Then, proceed by wiping the sneakers using a damp cloth to remove remaining mud.

Finish by remove the laces.

Wash the Laces

Dirty laces will stand out in stark contrast to your freshly cleaned sneakers.

Throw them in the washing machine with a load oflaundryof the same color.

Let the laces air dry once washed.

Maintain the Shape

After you’re done washing your sneakers, shake off the excess water.

Direct heat may break down canvas fabric and causes it to become dry and brittle.

Avoid using newspaper

Try not to use newspaper or colored paper.

The ink may transfer and stain the shoes.

If there are remainingstains, lightly dab on shoe cream or polish.

Some manufacturers also suggest spraying new canvas sneakers with a fabric protector.

double-check to read the care instructions for your sneakers before proceeding with this step.