Did you clean your white sneakers with bleach, and instead of restoring their fresh exterior, they turned yellow? So now your question is bound to be how to turn yellow shoes white again or are their days over?
Before you toss them in the garbage, there are a few tricks you can try to remove the stains. Today, we’re showing you how to remove yellow bleach stains from white shoes.
WHY DO WHITE SHOES TURN YELLOW AFTER WASHING?
When using bleach, you’re increasing the risks of yellow stains. Bleach contains a yellow dye that easily transfers onto white surfaces when not used properly. Sadly, it’s not always possible to restore the white canvas.
To remove it entirely, you must find a method that eliminates the unwanted dye. You have several remedies to try, which we’ll explain below.
HOW TO REMOVE YELLOW BLEACH STAINS FROM WHITE SHOES
We’ve found three easy and fairly successful methods of removing yellowing bleach stains from your shoes. However, keep in mind that it might not be possible to eradicate the blemishes altogether—it depends on your shoe and the damage.
SALT AND HOT WATER SCRUB
This is what you need:
One cup of hot water (hot but not boiling).
Old toothbrush.
One tablespoon of salt.
Cereal/soup-size bowl.
Here are the steps:
Begin by filling a heat-safe bowl with one cup of hot water. The water should be very hot, but not boiling.
Mix in one tablespoon of salt. Let it dissolve in the water by slightly stirring it.
Then dip the toothbrush in the solution and proceed to scrub the yellow stains on your shoes. Re-saturate the bristles as needed. Work in circular motions with gentle pressure.
When the stains begin to fade, stop scrubbing and let the material air dry for approximately 20 minutes or until it’s dry to the touch.
Re-saturate the brush and continue scrubbing for several minutes until the stains don’t lighten any further. Then stop rubbing and leave the shoes to dry.
DETERGENT AND VINEGAR
You’ll need the following:
Deep, clean sink.
5 tablespoons of laundry detergent.
Old toothbrush.
Washing machine.
5 cups of white vinegar.
Pillowcase (optional).
Here are the how-tos:
Start by removing the shoelaces if applicable. Then head over to your sink and quickly give it a clean by wiping down the sides.
Fill your sink with lukewarm water—to approximately one-third of the way.
Add in 0.5 tablespoons of laundry detergent. Give it a quick stir to ensure it’s well combined.
Place both shoes in the sink and let them soak for a minute or so.
Take your old toothbrush, wet the bristles and proceed to scrub the yellowing stains. Work in vigorous motions until the yellow begins to fade. Repeat with the other shoe. While working with one shoe, leave the other to soak in the solution.
When the blemishes have faded, transfer the shoes to the washing machine. Set it to a warm, low agitation cycle.
Let the washer fill with water and then add in the 0.5 cups of white vinegar.
After the wash, take your shoes out to dry. Place them on a towel in a ventilated room, and you’re finished.
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