How to Easily Get Ketchup Stains Out of Sandals
Ketchup is one of the most common condiments around, but it's also one of the messiest. It can be difficult to remove ketchup stains from clothing, as well as other surfaces like sandals. Fear not! Here are some easy methods to get your sandals looking stain-free again.
Updated 01 Jul 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Removing Ketchup From Sandals With Baking Soda
Baking soda is a great stain remover for many different materials. To use baking soda on your sandals, you’ll need baking soda, a soft-bristled brush or toothbrush, and some water.
- Mix equal parts baking soda and water together in a bowl to create a paste.
- Apply the paste to the ketchup-stained area of sandal.
- Using brush, scrub paste into the stain until it’s saturated.
- Let paste sit for a few minutes, then rinse with a damp cloth.
- Repeat these steps until the stain is completely gone.
Using Dish Soap to Remove Ketchup From Sandals
If you don’t have baking soda on hand, you can also use dish soap to remove ketchup stains. You’ll need dish soap, a soft-bristled brush or toothbrush, and some warm water.
- Mix a few drops of dish soap with warm water in a bowl.
- Apply the soapy solution to stained area.
- Using the brush, scrub the solution into the stain until it’s saturated.
- Let solution sit for a few minutes, then rinse with a damp cloth.
- Repeat these steps until stain is completely gone.
Preventing Ketchup Stains From Occuring On Your Sandals
Sometimes, prevention is best approach. To help avoid ketchup stains from occurring on your sandals, try the following:
- Make sure your sandals fit snugly – ill-fitting sandals may allow food to seep in.
- Don’t wear them while eating.
- Spot clean them right away after spills.
- Regularly wash them with soap and water.