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How to Clean Shoe Polish Stains from Purses and Handbags

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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Step 1: Gather the Supplies

The supplies you will need are:

  • White vinegar
  • Soft cloths or sponge
  • Dish soap
  • Olive oil

Step 2: Pre-Treat Stained Areas with White Vinegar

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.

Step 3: Make a Soap and Water Mixture

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.

Step 4: Rinse With Cold Water

Once the shoe polish stain has been removed, rinse area with cold water and wipe with a dry cloth.

Step 5: Condition the Leather

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.

Conclusion

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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