How to Easily Remove Barbecue Sauce Stains from Keds
Barbecue sauce is delicious, but it can be tough to clean up when it splatters onto your favorite pair of Keds. Luckily, there are easy methods for removing the stain and restoring your sneakers to their original condition.
Updated 19 Jun 2023
By Brane Lukman
Method 1: Use a Stain Remover
When you’ve got a barbecue sauce stain on your Keds, the first thing you should do is grab a stain remover. Most stores sell specially formulated products that are designed to be effective on greasy stains like barbecue sauce. Apply the stain remover according to the instructions, then rinse it off with warm water. If the stain is still visible, repeat process until it is gone.
Method 2: Make a Paste
If you don’t have any stain remover on hand, you can make your own cleaning paste out of baking soda and white vinegar. Simply mix equal parts of each ingredient until you get a thick paste, then rub it onto the stained area. Let the paste sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. If some of stain remains, repeat the process until it is removed.
Method 3: Use Dish Soap
Dish soap is a mild detergent that can help remove greasy stains like barbecue sauce. Dip a cloth or sponge in warm water and add a few drops of dish soap. Wipe the stained area with soapy cloth, then rinse it off with warm water. Repeat the process if necessary.
Tips for Cleaning Barbecue Stains on Keds
- Be sure to treat the stain as soon as possible. The sooner you address it, the easier it will be to remove.
- Clean Keds from outside of the stain, then work your way inwards. This will help prevent the stain from spreading.
- Always test cleaning method on a small, inconspicuous area of the shoe before using it on the stained area.
- Allow the Keds to air dry after cleaning them. Don't put them in the dryer, as this can set the stain.
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