Good sports shoes will perform their functions and retain their properties only with proper care. Professional shoes for running and other sports are usually made of synthetic materials and breathable mesh with increased wear resistance, but dirty on the outside. Running shoes with ribbed soles accumulate dirt and small stones, and absorb sweat inside. If the shoes do not “breathe” well and are not taken care of, then a fungus may soon start up and an unpleasant odor may appear.

Daily care of sports shoes.

• After training, dry the sneakers at room temperature, do not immediately put them in the closet. Do not use wet shoes: they are more deformed. If you run 2 times a day, then get 2 pairs of sneakers so that one of them has time to dry.
• Soak sports shoes after washing and drying with a protective water-repellent spray suitable for this type of material. For example, Nikwax, Toko, and others restore the water-repellency of Gore-Tex membranes popular in running shoes. For the inner surface of the sneakers, antibacterial sprays are used to prevent the formation of fungus and unpleasant odors.
• When drying wet shoes, avoid high temperatures. Do not dry the sneakers near the radiator, do not use a hair dryer or a convector: the sneakers may deform and the glue may lose strength.
• Do not leave shoes in the sun for a long time: synthetics may lose color and crack.
• Wipe off sticky dirt immediately after a run: once it dries, it is more difficult to wash off.
• Do not leave sneakers in the reach of a dog that has a habit of playing with shoes: the result is a bitten sole and leaky shoes.
• Use for playing on aggressive ground suitable shoes: soft fitness shoes will wear out very quickly.
• White sneakers smeared with greenery can be gently rubbed with alcohol, and then treated with white sneaker cream paint.

How to wash sneakers.

Synthetic sneakers they are easy to care for: they can be washed in warm water or even washed on a light cycle in a washing machine. Before any washing, the insoles (if they are removable), laces are removed from the sneakers and washed under running water to wash small pebbles and dirt from the sole.

For hand washing, sports shoes are soaked in a basin of cool water. Soap is used washing powder or Persil gel, but not aggressive detergents.

Washing in a typewriter is not suitable for all shoes, it requires small cycles. Turn off the spin mode, which deforms the shoes. Set the temperature to 30-40 degrees. Removed insoles can be washed with the shoes.

You can only wash shoes with stitched soles! Sneakers with adhesive soles without stitching are washed by hand!

It is impossible to soak shoes in a basin for a long time or wash them in a typewriter for more than 30 minutes!

Caring for sneakers with leather and suede inserts.

Leather and suede are afraid of drying in the sun or heaters (the material dries out, hardens and cracks). They must not be rubbed with abrasive products (they may lose appearance and brightness of color), leave without care after the sneakers get wet. Wet shoes are dried at room temperature and treated with special products for leather (usually with a fat content) or suede.

You can try to remove old stains on the leather inserts of sneakers with gasoline or alcohol.

Grease stains on suede can be treated with baking soda or dishwashing gel (do not leave too long to prevent bleaching of stains).

Suede and nubuck are cleaned only after drying using a special brush with hard bristles. The suede brush has a hard and soft surface: one brushes off the dirt, the other returns the "hairiness" to the sneakers.

Sneakers with leather, suede or nubuck inserts are hand wash only , in cool water using ordinary soap. After washing, they are impregnated with special products for leather and suede, which protect against moisture from the outside and drying out.

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Specialists ASICS compiled a detailed guide on how to take care of sports uniforms and shoes so that they last longer, look good even after forty washes and do not fall apart after two weeks.

Running and training items

1. Read label descriptions
No matter how strange it may sound and no matter how similar to the precepts of Captain Obvious, the main rule that you need to follow in order for your sportswear to last you longer is to read the care labels. Manufacturers are worried about their reputation, so they indicate the most accurate care requirements so that things retain their shape, color and their declared qualities.

2. Wash in cool water
When washing high-tech fabrics, select the cold water setting. At high temperatures, such things, as a rule, lose their "magic" properties faster, because the fabric structure is destroyed more rapidly.

3. Try to use the "delicate wash" mode
Standard modes act on high-tech things in much the same way as high temperatures: clothes dangle and shake intensively in the machine, such mechanical action destroys the fiber structure faster, and as a result, the special properties of clothes are lost faster.

4. Do not dry things in the dryer
Or at least dry on the coolest setting. Ideal - to dry things on the balcony or on a hanger. Hot air damages stretchy fabrics the most: they lose their elasticity, and over time, fibers begin to come out of them. The less they spin in the machine, the better - extra mechanical damage to things is also not needed.

5. Don't iron things.
Ironing such things is like slowly killing them. For the same reasons why they shouldn't be tumble dried.

6. Don't bleach
And also - do not use fabric softener, fragrances and other similar products. Most running gear is already treated with compounds that provide protection from UV rays and odors. Of course, over time, traces of this processing are washed off, but to speed up the process with additional funds no need.

7. Take things apart
Ideally, you should understand what your running gear is made of and wash similar fabrics together and different fabrics separately. Motion Dry should be washed separately and membrane jackets should be washed separately. Spend some time sorting and learning about your running wardrobe and how to take care of it - it's worth it. Wash dark clothes separately from light ones.

8. Do not wash items with Velcro together with delicate fabrics.
Unpleasant shaggy traces left from Velcro caught on a T-shirt are familiar to many. Don't repeat these mistakes and don't wash Velcro bags, knee braces, or phone holders with fabrics that leave "hooks" on them. If this cannot be avoided, cover the Velcro with something that is not a pity.

9. Wash clothes after every run.
The longer things lie in the wash, the more odors are absorbed into them, which are then very difficult to remove. If you don't want things to smell bad, wash them as soon as you get home after a workout - this is the key to freshness.

10. Fasten your zippers
When you wash your sports bras, always fasten the Velcro or hook-and-loop fasteners so that other items don't snag or tear in the washer. If you can, put your bras in a delicate wash bag. When the cycle is over, take out the inserts in the cups (if you have them) and straighten them, and when everything is dry, put them back. So they don't deform.

11. Alternate clothes
Try not to wear running clothes in a row - ideally, if you have three replacement sets and let them "rest" between workouts. So you will have time to wash them and dry them properly.

Sneakers

1. Take off your shoes properly
The most unexpected advice is to learn how to properly take off your sneakers. Most likely, after a workout, you are often too lazy to bend over and untie your laces, so you just take off your shoes, stepping on your heel. Well, this hurts sneakers: over time, the heel flexes and deforms, which means that it no longer supports your heel so well. So take an extra minute to untie your laces and take your shoes off properly.

2. Air your shoes
The most common “problem” with running shoes is smell. It can be prevented by regularly taking out the insoles after a run and airing them and the running shoes separately until they are completely dry. Ideally - outdoors or on the balcony. If your shoes still smell, try putting some baking soda under the insole to help absorb the odor.

3. Dry your sneakers properly
If you're running trails or just got caught in the rain and your shoes get wet, never dry them with a hair dryer or dryer. Heat can melt the adhesive that holds the shoes together and cause the shoes to fall apart. The best option- dry wet sneakers in the sun, but just room temperature is also fine.

4. Try not to wash your sneakers in the washing machine
From the washing machine, chemicals and hot water, the glue also deteriorates, and the shoes are deformed. To clean your sneakers, first remove the insoles from them. To clean dirty shoes, you may need a brush (you can take an old toothbrush), which needs to clean off all the dirt. Then take regular liquid soap and water and wash the sneakers with this soapy solution.

5. Only run in running shoes
It is clear that running shoes can be very comfortable, but playing basketball, volleyball, beach soccer and other sports in them may not be too smart. The court will damage the sole, and from the unusual load, the sneakers will simply become unusable faster. Running shoes are designed to run forward and don't provide the lateral support you need if you're moving around the field erratically like you would in basketball.

6. Don't store your sneakers in an enclosed space
The best place to store sneakers is in a ventilated area where no one can step on them and where pets can't find them. Keeping your sneakers in boxes isn't such a bad idea, as long as the box is well ventilated. But leaving them in a sports bag, car trunk (especially in winter) or in a garage is the worst idea you can imagine.

7. Change your shoes regularly
Each pair of shoes has its own mileage: it is desirable, of course, to change them every time the limit of running kilometers is exhausted, but depending on how you care for your sneakers, you can either extend their life or significantly shorten them. On average, sneakers "live" 500-600 kilometers.

8. Don't try to repair shoes
Putting patches on sneakers or giving a leaky pair for repair is not very correct: the point is not in patches, but in the middle part of the sole, which accounts for most of the entire running load.

9. Give your sneakers a rest
Let the sneakers “rest” between runs for at least 48 hours: this way their shock-absorbing properties will be better preserved. Use the second pair at this time.

10. Wash removable parts regularly
Laces and insoles should be washed regularly. And point.

11. Wipe down your shoes after every run.
Don't let your sneakers be dirty for days on end: you need to wipe off the dirt immediately after running, then it will be washed off with great difficulty and, very likely, will leave marks.

12. Do not dry your shoes on a radiator
Never dry running shoes (yes, any other, by the way) on a radiator - unless, of course, you want to get shrunken and deformed sneakers.

Waterproof things

1. Wash Gore-Tex Too
Dirt, cigarette smoke, oils (eg. sunscreen), insect repellant, and natural human grease reduce the ability of Gore-Tex fabrics to breathe and stay wet. Therefore, such things also need to be washed - at least once a year.

2. Wash with special detergent
Wash fabric type gore-tex preferably with clean soap or with a special agent for membranes - so the "pores" of the fabric will not clog and will continue to protect you from wind and rain. If the item says it can be tumble dried, dry it to improve its water repellency.

3. Remove the smell with baking soda
If your jacket or hoodie still smells (whatever) - soak it in baking soda. And then wash in the machine as usual.

Swimwear and swimwear

1. Use a special washing powder
Sometimes swimwear is recommended to be washed with a special powder that washes out chlorine: not every time, but at some intervals. It's optional, but if you're a responsible swimmer and want things to last longer, wash them.

2. Dry flat
Worried about the shape of swimsuits (especially one-pieces), the owners dry them in a horizontal position - spreading them on a towel, like woolen things. So swimwear will no longer stretch, lose shape and bubble on the stomach.

3. Wash by hand
To make washing more delicate, you can use liquid hand soap.

4. Rinse your hats
To wash silicone swimming caps, you need to rinse them, dry them with a towel and powder with baby powder so that they do not stick together. Hats made of silicone or neoprene need to be rinsed and simply air-dried - nothing else needs to be done.

5. Rinse your glasses
Rinse your goggles after swimming and let dry naturally. If you are using antifog, no additional rinsing is needed.

Based on site materials

We offer care sportswear from various materials: from membrane fabrics, water-repellent, down products, cotton, wool, linen, viscose, silk. When using clothes made of membrane fabrics, it should be remembered that the membrane becomes clogged and clogged over time, since the sweat that comes out contains dissolved salts and secretions from the sebaceous glands. In the same way, the insulation is polluted, which worsens its properties.

CARE OF CLOTHES FROM MEMBRANE FABRICS

Storage:

Do not store wet or compressed products.

Wash:

We recommend hand washing (without soaking) in warm water up to 30oC, using special detergents (you can use NIKWAX or others). To wash such clothes, you can use regular shampoo or liquid soap. Clothes made of membrane fabrics (such as Gore-Tex, Sympatex, Q.B Tex, Trinitech) cannot be washed with ordinary detergents: the powder can damage the membrane (clog pores), and then the item will lose its ability to release condensate. It is desirable to wash out small pollution, using warm water and the listed detergents.

Do not machine wash, as it can lead to damage to the product, peeling and deformation of the membrane, deterioration of the zippers.

Do not dry clean as the chemicals used will remove external contaminants but damage the membrane.

After washing, the product must be wrung out well by hand, using a moisture-absorbing material (cotton fabric is possible), but without twisting the product.

Dry flat at room temperature.

Ironing:

It is impossible to iron products made of membrane fabrics, because. hot iron can destroy the membrane coating. You can iron with a warm iron (maximum temperature 110 degrees - minimum mode) only from the side of the lining.

CARE OF WATER-REPELLENT FABRICS

Storage:

Products must not be stored together with substances that have a specific odor.

If you store the product for a long time, be sure to pre-clean it, and if necessary wash it according to the instructions.

Wash:

Before washing, connect the sleeves of the jackets and the legs of the trousers together, and if the products have Velcro fasteners (Velcro), fasten them.

We recommend hand washing (without soaking) in warm water up to 30 ° C with gentle detergents (regular shampoo or liquid soap). It is desirable to wash out small pollution, using warm water and the listed detergents.

It should be borne in mind that it is advisable to wash products with "impregnation" as rarely as possible, because. when washed, such a fabric loses its waterproof properties.

Do not machine wash.

Do not dry clean.

After washing, the product must be wrung out by hand, using a moisture-absorbing material (cotton fiber is possible), but without twisting the product.

Needs to be dried flat

Restoration of waterproof properties:

To restore the water-repellent properties of clothing (after prolonged use or washing), special impregnations are used in the form of liquids or aerosols. In doing so, the following factors must be taken into account:

For different types materials, there are various special tools.

The use of liquids or aerosols may cause slight discolouration of the material.

Do not restore water-repellent coatings on dirty clothes, as you can completely destroy the coating. The product must first be washed or cleaned.

Ironing:

DOWN CARE

Natural down is a natural thermal insulator in all weather conditions. Down is the most valuable layer of bird plumage and has unique properties- it is light, breathes freely and, thanks to its porous structure, absorbs a large volume of air. Natural down provides pleasant warmth, eliminating the risk of overheating and sweating.

Storage:

Do not store down products wet and compressed. Fluff, being organic matter, will simply rot.

Products must not be stored together with substances that have a specific odor.

If you store the product for a long time, be sure to pre-clean it, and if necessary wash it according to the instructions.

Wash:

Before washing, put the sleeves together and fasten the Velcro fasteners. Down after washing loses some of its basic qualities (elasticity and thermal insulation), therefore, in order to avoid this, follow the rules for washing down products as carefully as possible.

Remember that down is an organic substance and has a special treatment (according to GOST R50576-93, down products should not be washed and ironed), therefore, in case of slight contamination, the top of the product should be washed using warm water and gentle detergents. This will prevent the down from getting wet, as the top of the product and the down package have inside waterproof coating. Try to wash the whole down product as little as possible.

We recommend hand washing (without soaking) in warm water up to 30 ° C with gentle detergents (regular shampoo or liquid soap). Using liquid soap (you can use NIKWAX or others) for washing down products, dilute it in warm water and wash gently. Then rinse well in several waters. Squeeze out in a fast centrifuge. After washing, the product must be dried in a straightened form as quickly as possible using an oil heater or fan. Before the final drying, it is recommended to gently beat the down and straighten the down lumps.

Cannot be machine washed.

Cannot be dry cleaned.

Ironing:

It is allowed to iron with a warm iron (maximum temperature 110oC - minimum mode) only from the side of the lining.

PROPERTIES AND CARE OF COTTON PRODUCTS

Cotton products are very durable, they tolerate high temperatures well. The peculiarity of cotton is its excellent ability to absorb moisture. The disadvantages of cotton are its high wrinkling and strong shrinkage during washing. Cotton takes a long time to dry after washing.

White cotton products, bed linen can be machine washed at the maximum temperature, colored linen - at a temperature of up to 60 degrees, thin colored linen - at a temperature of up to 30 degrees.

For washing white clothes, use universal detergents, for colored clothes, use mild detergents and products without bleach.

Cotton items can also be tumble dried, but be aware that they can shrink a lot. Products with an ennobling finish are advised to hang wet to dry.

Ironed cotton fabrics iron with humidifier.

PROPERTIES AND CARE OF WOOL

Woolen fabrics retain heat very well, get dirty relatively little and do not wrinkle much. Sometimes, in order for the creases on the clothes to smooth out, it is enough to hang them in the bathroom or sprinkle them with water.

Wool products are washed only by hand with mild detergents for wool. Many wash wool sweaters with shampoo. When washing, the product made of wool should not be rubbed and twisted. Wool does not like long soaking. The washed product is not squeezed out, but gently blotted, wrapped in a terry towel. To avoid shrinkage, the temperature difference between washing and rinsing should be kept to a minimum.

When drying, the product made of wool should not be hung up - it can be deformed. Wet woolen items are laid out on a flat surface, placing a terry towel if possible.

Iron products made of wool only through a damp cloth.High-quality wool products are recommended to be dry-cleaned.

A few more hair care tips:

1. Woolen products can be rinsed with the addition of 1 tbsp. spoons of wine vinegar.

2. Yellowed wool will restore its color if it is kept overnight in a bucket of water with sliced ​​\u200b\u200blemon.

3. Blood stains on the coat can be tried with an aspirin tablet dissolved in a little water.

4. Dirt stains are advised to dry and then remove with a dry brush.

5. Creases and arrows on woolen and mixed fabrics are effectively smoothed when ironing through a cloth dampened with a soapy solution with the addition of vinegar.

6. It is recommended to iron the greasy places on the woolen fabric through a cloth dipped in a weak solution of table vinegar.

PROPERTIES AND CARE OF LINEN PRODUCTS

Linen cloths can be boiled. The washing temperature is chosen depending on the finish of the fabric. The colored fabric is washed at 60 degrees. Linen products may shrink after washing.

Iron them with a well-heated iron with a humidifier.

A few more tips for caring for flax:

1. To make linen items easier to wash, you can pre-soap them and hold them for an hour in warm water. Then add a little powder and 1 tbsp to the water. a spoonful of vinegar, wash, rinse in clean cold water and dry quickly.

2. Colored linen fabrics are washed in soapy water and salt. When rinsing, you need to add a little vinegar to the water so that the colors do not fade.

PROPERTIES AND CARE OF VISCOSE PRODUCTS

Viscose fiber, with various processing, can resemble silk, cotton or even wool with its luster and density. On viscose fiber, even thickening threads characteristic of flax are performed.

Viscose products absorb moisture well, but lose strength when wet. Therefore, they require especially careful washing. Viscose products are washed using soft detergents manually or in washing machine at a temperature of 30-40 degrees.

The viscose is ironed with an iron with a humidifier at a temperature of 150 degrees (the position of the thermostat is "silk").

PROPERTIES AND CARE OF SILK PRODUCTS

All silk fabrics absorb moisture equal to half their own weight in quantity. It also dries very quickly. Skin moisture evaporates very quickly from the surface of silk, but sweat stains may remain, which are recommended to be removed with alcohol. It is pleasant to wear silk clothes at any time of the year, as it warms in the cold, and creates a feeling of coolness in the heat. Silk fabrics are durable and light, drape well.

IN last years All more people different ages and social groups spend their free time in gyms. But even Rene Descartes said: “Watch your body if you want your mind to work correctly!”

But what sports activities without the right equipment! Sports equipment is very different from our usual everyday clothes in both style and material. Therefore, for washing and cleaning such clothes and shoes, the recommendations that guide the care of everyday wardrobe will not work.

Before you send your tracksuit to the washing machine, we strongly recommend that you read the label in detail.

The label indicates the requirements for the mode and temperature of washing, as well as ironing and drying things. Use this table to determine which symbol means what.

Clothing for sports training can be made of natural or synthetic fabric. Recently, many well-known manufacturers of sportswear prefer modern synthetic materials.

For example, suits for fitness or gymnastics are often sewn from supplex, which is a knitted synthetic fabric. For items made from this fabric, hand wash or delicate mode is recommended.

This is what a supplex looks like

But such material as diving is very unpretentious in its care. It can be washed in a washing machine, no need to iron, as this synthetic fabric does not wrinkle. Also, diving sportswear practically does not deform over time, and this material has high wear resistance.

When washing synthetics, do not use products that have a bleaching effect, because they can cause irreparable damage to the appearance of your sportswear.

Almost all synthetic fabrics should be washed at low temperatures.

Also, do not dry or iron sportswear, as there is a high probability that hot air will damage the fiber structure of the fabric and the clothes will wear out quickly.

Sports equipment must be washed after each workout. And store your gym suits and T-shirts separately, because this way you can assemble your gym bag in a matter of minutes.

Shoe care

Training shoes are chosen depending on the sport. For example, for training in the gym, sneakers with a hard sole and a thickening in the heel area or sneakers are suitable. For running training, you need to choose sneakers with foam soles. And for football in general, special boots with spikes are needed. Please note that sports training shoes are not recommended for everyday wear.

Of course, sports shoes should not be washed after every workout, but in order to prolong their service life, it is recommended to clean them once a week. So you will not only give the shoes a neat appearance, but also be able to “restore” it in time. Worn and torn laces should be changed in a timely manner, because this affects not only the appearance of the shoes, but also the injury safety during any exercise.

Basic rules for the care of sports shoes

1. It is strictly forbidden to dry wet sneakers on a radiator, with a heater or a hair dryer, because shoes can be severely deformed in this way. Wet shoes should be completely unlaced, and an ordinary newspaper or parchment paper should be tightly pushed inside each pair.
2. Store sneakers in a well-ventilated place, not in a shoe box.
3. Do not wash sneakers in the washing machine. To clean the sole of dirt and dust, use a regular clothes brush and soapy water.
4. The method of cleaning the upper part of the sneakers depends on the material from which they are sewn.

If you are the owner of sports shoes made from genuine leather, then we should not forget that it is not recommended to wash such shoes in water with powder, because the aggressive components of the laundry detergent can damage the skin structure. The best way to wash such shoes will be a regular soap solution. So that there are no scratches on the shoes from pieces of dirt, they must be washed off with a strong pressure of water.

For sneakers, the top of which is sewn from textiles, laundry soap and a brush are also suitable. These sneakers can be completely wet.

Sneakers made of suede or with inserts of this material can only be dry cleaned. And to extend the life of such training shoes and maintain their appearance, it is recommended to use suede products, which can be purchased at specialty stores. We also do not recommend cleaning shoes with a hard brush, as you can scratch the surface of natural suede.

Sports training is always a serious physical activity. During exercise, not only the body sweats, but also the legs. Therefore, removable insoles in sneakers must be washed at regular intervals, and if they are completely worn out, they must be replaced with new ones. In addition, this way you can get rid of the unpleasant smell. Also, so that you are not bothered by the smell, we recommend using special deodorants and foot creams. There are also so-called folk ways to deal with amber from shoes. For example, crushed tablets will help eliminate the unpleasant odor. activated carbon, which are sold in any pharmacy. They need to fall asleep in sneakers and leave for at least 12 hours. After that, the shoes should be well shaken out.

Features of the care of swimming accessories

Things for swimming, as a rule, are made of materials, which may include:

• lycra;
• polyamide;
• polyester;
• microfiber, etc.

This point should be taken into account when choosing a method and means for washing a swimsuit.

Although swimwear for the pool is usually made from fabrics that are resistant to high levels of chlorine in the water, it is recommended to rinse things after each swim. You can even do this in running water.

The swimsuit can only be washed by hand, using products without bleaching components. Washing in the machine will be a real test for the fabric from which it is sewn. It is best to dry your swimming suit naturally. The fabric structure of a swimsuit can be damaged if steam is applied to it. Therefore, ironing such a garment is not worth it. Swimwear should be stored in a tightly sealed plastic bag.

Hat and glasses care

Swimming also requires accessories such as a special rubber cap and goggles, which also require special care. For example, so that the glasses do not fog up during a jerk, before putting on an accessory, you need to bring it under a stream of cold water and rinse it.

If you have a problem with fogging of swimming goggles, then use special agent- antifog

Never touch the inside of the goggles. And after each lesson, the cap and glasses should be washed and dried well.

Caring for a sports bag: basic rules

An obligatory attribute of any person who is fond of sports is a sports bag. It can be huge or compact, with a lot of pockets and without them, made of leather or thick raincoat fabric. The care of this accessory will depend primarily on what material it is made of.

For example, a fabric bag can even be sent to the washing machine, but after selecting the delicate or hand wash mode without spinning. Leather sport bags should not be washed. They are cleaned of stains and dirt with a damp sponge.

It is better to pack a bag just before training. If you have a bag with one compartment, you should compactly put shoes on the bottom, and clothes and other accessories on top. Today, many manufacturers of sports accessories offer customers sports bags and backpacks with a large number of pockets and compartments. Note that this is very convenient, because every object or thing will have its place.

Summing up all of the above, we note the following: if you follow the recommendations and rules for the care of sportswear and accessories, your workouts will be comfortable and effective, and things will last as long as possible.

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How to care for sports shoes?

In order for sports shoes to please you for a long time, you need to carefully and properly care for them. The rules for caring for shoes are quite simple and if you follow them, excellent results will not keep you waiting. To do this, read our instructions.

General rules for the care of sports shoes

1. Soak new shoes with a special protective spray until the surface of the material stops absorbing it. Next, polish the shoes with cream.
2. Dirt should only be removed with a dry brush. Wash shoes by hand with warm water, as temperature changes may cause surface defects.
3. Avoid wearing shoes when they are wet or damp, as this can damage the shape and material.
4. Throw away heavily worn shoes, even if they still retain their decorative qualities, because their stabilizing and shock-absorbing properties have already exhausted their potential.

Tips for caring for shoes made from different materials

It must be remembered that the rules for caring for shoes also depend on the material from which the shoes are made:

Leather

• It is not recommended to wash such shoes, it is better to wipe them with a damp sponge or soft cloth.
• Do not use bleach to clean shoes.
• Treat the surface of the shoes with a protective cream, especially after drying.

Nubuck and suede

• For cleaning, use only brushes that are specifically designed for such materials.
• You don't need to wash these shoes.
• Treat the surface monthly with a water-repellent spray.

Synthetic materials

• Wash in water with a temperature of 30 to 40 degrees.
• To care for such shoes, special creams and sprays are not required.

Regularly apply special antibacterial compounds to the surface of your shoes, which will help you avoid unpleasant odors and mold.

In addition, be sure to read the instructions. If the product is of high quality, then recommendations for maintenance and operation are usually attached to it, which are designed specifically for this model.