Lick Those Keds Clean: How to Remove Mouthwash Stains
Keds can quickly become stained with strong-colored mouthwash, but luckily restoring your sneakers to their original state is simple with the right steps. Here's how to clean mouthwash stains off Keds with surprisingly easy supplies.
Updated 05 Mar 2023
By Cyryl Wozniak
What You'll Need
- Dish soap
- Sponge or cloth
- Bucket
- White vinegar
- Clean cloths
Instructions
- Mix a small amount of dish soap with warm water in a bucket.
- Dampen a sponge or cloth with the soapy solution, then use it to scrub the stained area gently.
- Rinse the affected area with a clean, damp cloth.
- If the stain remains, mix a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 2 parts warm water. Use a cloth dampened in this solution to scrub the stained area.
- Once stain has been removed, rinse the area with a damp cloth and allow the sneaker to air dry.
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