Washing Reebok sneakers in the washing machine

Branded shoes require special care, especially when it comes to sneakers that constantly get dirty. You need to get rid of stains and plaque according to specific instructions so as not to deprive the sneakers of their original properties, color, strong sole and stripes. Otherwise, the thousands paid for the brand will be thrown away. The biggest concern for consumers is whether Reebok sneakers can be machine washed. We suggest dotting all the i's and finding out the nuances of cleaning branded shoes.

Does the manufacturer allow washing?

There is official permission to wash Reebok sneakers in a washing machine - the manufacturer allows their shoes to be cleaned in a drum. Representatives of the brand insist on the quality of the boots, which the washing machine will not harm. But “yes” applies only to fabric products that are not damaged and have abundant decoration.

Some pairs from Reebok are strictly prohibited from entering the machine. So, it is dangerous to wash sneakers in a machine:

• having damage, loose seams, cracked soles, peeling padding, torn surfaces;
• made from natural materials, leather and suede;
• decorated with decor that is fixed with glue (with prolonged washing, the glue will be washed off and the stripes will fly off);
• decorated with multi-colored elements (in water and in contact with detergents, shedding is possible, followed by staining of the shoe).

It is forbidden to wash torn sneakers in a washing machine - spinning them in the drum will aggravate the problem and will finally “finish off” the shoes!

Ideally, it is better to refuse the washing machine and give preference to hand washing.You can safely clean any shoes on your hands, regardless of their color, material of manufacture, or existing defects. The only exception would be suede pairs, for which prolonged contact with water is harmful.

In any case, before washing your Reebok, you need to examine the manufacturer's tag. On it, the manufacturer indicates the optimal conditions for caring for shoes: the ability to load them into the washing machine, water heating temperature, drying options and other important parameters. If there is an icon with a crossed out basin on the label, it means it cannot be washed; if there is an empty circle, it means dry clean only.

Features of automatic washing

Even with permission from the manufacturer, you cannot simply load Reebok into the washer and start the cycle - you first need to prepare the shoes. You should also configure the machine correctly by choosing the correct temperature, spin and duration. To avoid mistakes, we recommend following the given instructions.

The first step is to prepare the sneakers: take out the laces and take out the insoles. Next we clean the sole.

1. We turn the soles of the sneakers towards each other and tap them, knocking down large debris.
2. We take a knitting needle or an awl and pick out the small debris, pebbles, and stuck together sand remaining in the tread.
3. If there is heavy dirt, clean the soles with a toothbrush and soap.
4. Rinse under the tap.

Afterwards, you need to decide on a detergent. The manufacturer recommends using special compositions for cleaning sports shoes, but ordinary liquid powders, shampoos, gels and gel capsules are also perfect. The listed liquids quickly dissolve in cold water and are completely rinsed out of the material, leaving no white streaks or stains.Dry granules are prohibited, as they are not able to “work” at low temperatures, they get stuck in the fibers and spoil the crosses.

An important point is choosing the appropriate washing mode. If the washing machine has a special “Sports Shoes” program, then select it. Otherwise, we include items with similar parameters: “Silk”, “Delicate”, “Hand”, “Gentle”.

You can also adjust the washing machine manually. The main thing is to observe three important parameters: heating to 30 degrees, minimal spin and cycle duration of no more than 30 minutes. Repeat rinse is activated as desired.

Once prepared, you can begin the actual washing. We proceed according to the following instructions:

• plug the washing machine into the outlet;
• pour the selected detergent into the main wash compartment or place a gel capsule in the drum;
• We place the cleaned sneakers in a special bag and put them in the drum;

No more than two pairs are erased in one cycle - otherwise an imbalance will arise with all that it entails.

• put several things into the drum as a counterweight (for example, an old towel or sheet);
• we start the cycle, once again checking the set parameters;
• wait for the program to complete;
• take out the sneakers and let the water drain from the shoes;
• dry the sneakers at room temperature away from ultraviolet radiation and heaters.

During washing, the sneakers will hit the metal drum, making an unusual knocking sound. There is no need to be alarmed by the noise - it will not harm your sneakers or your car. The main thing is not to put more than two pairs in the washer to avoid imbalance.

How to protect your shoes and car?

To protect both the washing machine and sneakers, you need to use a special bag when washing. This is a thin rectangular mesh that closes with a drawstring or zipper.Shoes are placed in it, and due to this:

• the friction force of sneakers on the drum is reduced;
• the likelihood of an imbalance is reduced, since the pair is together and does not disturb the balancing of the drum during spinning;
• Direct contact between metal and fabric, decor, and stripes is excluded - the latter do not deteriorate or are affected by pellets.

A universal bag of the appropriate size will do. Its cost varies from $1-5, and its shelf life is unlimited. You can purchase the mesh in almost any store. There is also a “homemade” alternative - an old pillowcase.

Let's do without a machine

Even a specially designed shoe washing program does not provide a 100% guarantee that Reebok sneakers will not be damaged by the machine. If you have the opportunity and time, then it is better not to risk it and clean the sneakers manually. In this case, it is easier to control the impact on the fabric and sole and reduce the likelihood of damage.

Hand washing sneakers involves both soaking and local treatment of stains - it all depends on the situation. The step-by-step instructions look like this:

• unlace, remove insoles;
• prepare a soap solution;
• soak a toothbrush in the solution and brush stains with it;
• place shoes in the solution and leave for 10-15 minutes;
• rinse;
• dry.

Reebok sneakers should not be wrung out or twisted. To dry them, just take them out onto a wire rack, place them on your heels and wait for them to dry naturally at room temperature.

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