Not sure how to get rid of pesky shoe polish stains from your favorite purse or handbag? Don’t worry, cleaning shoe polish from leather items isn’t as hard as it may seem. Here are some tips on how to clean shoe polish marks from purses and handbags.
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Cyryl Wozniak
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Begin by soaking a soft cloth or sponge in white vinegar and gently rubbing the stained area. Allow vinegar to sit for 5 minutes before rinsing with cold water. This should remove some of the shoe polish from the leather.
Mix one teaspoon of dish soap with one cup of cold water in a bowl. Dip a soft cloth into the mixture and gently scrub stained area. Be sure to use a light touch, as too much scrubbing can damage the leather.
Once the shoe polish stain has been removed, rinse area with cold water and wipe with a dry cloth.
To avoid drying out leather, apply a small amount of olive oil to the area. This will help nourish the leather and keep it looking good as new.
Cleaning shoe polish stains from leather items is not as difficult as it seems. Following these steps should leave your purse or handbag looking as good as new!
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