How to Clean Skechers Shoes: Washing Skechers Guide

When comfort, fit and style align, it makes for a perfect pair of shoes. And with Skechers shoes well regarded as a perfect cross section of comfort and style, it’s little wonder that so many of us have a pair as our go-to shoes.

In this detailed guide for washing Skechers shoes, we’ll focus on specific products and cleaning methods to keep your favourite pair looking as good as new. After reading, you’ll have the knowledge you need to ensure your Skechers never succumb to dirt, and that they’ll stay looking sharp for years to come.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this Skechers washing guide:

• Understanding Skechers materials and construction
• Preparing your Skechers for washing
• Different methods for washing your Skechers shoes
• Methods for drying and maintaining your Skechers
• Other tips to keep them in tip top condition

Understanding Skechers Materials and Construction

Look at your Skechers and you’ll see that a few different materials are used to make each shoe. There’s the mesh or knit fabric that makes up the majority, there’s rubber or EVA foam in the soles, metal for the lace ringlets, and the laces themselves, to name but a few. Each of these materials requires different cleaning techniques for optimum results - which sounds daunting, but bear with us!

Knowing how to clean all the materials that comprise your Skechers is the most important part of a thorough and effective clean that won’t leave your shoes damaged. The following sections will give specific instructions for each type of material.

Preparing Your Skechers for Washing

There are a few steps to take before washing your Skechers. Resist the temptation to clean them before taking these steps, as you risk causing damage to individual components.

1. Remove the shoelaces: for lace up Skechers, take the laces out.
2. Remove the insoles: take out the insoles, as leaving them in a sure-fire way for them to lose their shape.
3. Use a soft brush to remove dirt and debris: gently scrub the soles and outer parts of your Skechers to remove the top layer of dirt and prepare them for a deeper clean.

Now your Skechers are ready, you can move onto the main cleaning process.

Washing Your Skechers Shoes

Depending on the Skechers shoes you have, one of the following two methods - hand washing or machine washing - will be more appropriate. Read on to find out which suits your shoe.

Handwashing Skechers Shoes

This is the safest method for Skechers shoes made from suede or leather, or for any pair where you’d like hands-on involvement with the cleaning process. Here’s how to do it:

1. Fill a sink or container with warm water.

2. Add detergent or a specialised shoe cleaning product. Refer to the product instructions to determine the correct amount.

3. Dip a microfiber cloth or soft brush into the soapy water and use it to gently scrub the surface of the shoe until clean. It’s important to do this gently and take extra care around seams and detailing.

4. If your shoes are made from suede or leather, use a brush designed specifically for these materials.

5. Rinse the shoes with clean water, using another cloth to remove any suds or soap residue. Take care not to saturate the shoes completely.

6. Use a dry towel to gently blot the shoes, with the goal of removing as much excess moisture as possible.

Machine Washing Skechers Shoes

If your Skechers are made from a suitable material, you can use the machine-washing method. Double check the box or label for your shoe to make sure they are machine washable, as washing a pair that isn’t will cause irreparable damage.

Here’s how to machine wash your Skechers:

1. Pop your Skechers in a laundry bag to keep them protected during the wash - this has the combined benefit of protecting your washing machine, too.

2. Set the washing machine to a cold, gentle cycle. Add a small amount of mild detergent.

3. Do not use bleach or other strong chemicals to wash your shoes as this can cause damage.

4. Once the cycle is complete, remove your shoes and leave them to dry.

5. Never put shoes in a tumble dryer, as it will cause them to warp or shrink.

Washing Your Laces and Insoles

Laces are easy to clean: just give them a rinse in the soapy water you used to wash your Skechers, or chuck them in the laundry bag during the cycle.

For insoles, gently scrub them with a brush that’s been dipped in soapy water. You can also use a light application of vinegar or rubbing alcohol to kill bacteria that may be causing unpleasant odour.

Once your Skechers have been washed, whichever method you used, it’s time to dry them.

Drying and Maintaining Your Skechers

Drying your Skechers properly protects the materials from damage and reduces the risk of them smelling. Here’s how to dry your shoes, along with some tips for keeping them in the best condition going forward.

Proper Drying Techniques to Avoid Damage

Conditioning or Treating Materials for Longevity

Once your shoes are clean, conditioning them will help them to stay in good condition for longer. It will also reduce the amount of dirt they pickup, keeping them nice and clean.

Use a special spray for leather or suede shoes, or a water-resistant conditioning spray for other materials.

How to Properly Store Your Clean Skechers

Our recommendation to dry shoes away from heat and direct sunlight applies to storage, too. Try to find somewhere cool and dry, with no heat, sunlight, or damp. Avoid stacking different shoes on top of each other, as this can cause damage as well as transferring dirt between pairs.

Shoe bags or purpose-built shoe storage is your best bet for keeping shoes clean and safe.

Keep Your Skechers Looking as Good as New

Skechers are well loved for good reason: they’re stylish, comfortable, and come in a range of styles to suit all tastes, budgets, and lifestyles. If you’re a proud owner of a pair of Skechers, we hope this guide has been useful in helping you to keep them clean. As you can see, the process isn’t too complicated. And taking the time and energy to clean your Skechers properly when they get dirty will make them last much longer than a botch job.

If you aren’t currently an owner of a pair of Skechers, or if you’d like to add another pair to your collection, take a look at our range of Skechers today. You can also check out our other guides and blog posts, or get in touch with our team if you have any other questions about shoe care - we’ll be happy to help.