What materials should I use to clean tomato sauce stains from my Adidas?

You will need borax laundry detergent, white vinegar, a damp cloth or brush, laundry stain remover, and a stiff-bristled brush.

What is the best way to check the fabric type of my Adidas?

Check the label or tag of the shoe to see what type of material it is made of.

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How to Remove Stubborn Tomato Sauce Stains from Your Favourite Adidas

Tomato sauce stains on your favourite Adidas can be difficult to remove. However, with the right technique and some trial and error, you can easily tackle those red splotches and restore your kicks to their former glory.

Updated 22 Feb 2023

By Brane Lukman

What You'll Need

Borax laundry detergent
Damp cloth or brush
White vinegar
Laundry stain remover
Stiff-bristled brush
Water

Step 1: Determine the Fabric Type

Before attempting to clean your Adidas sneakers, you need to identify type of material they’re made out of. This will determine which cleaning product will be most effective for stains removal. If it’s leather, suede, or nubuck, read on for more specific instructions. For any other fabric (including canvas), proceed to Step 2.

Step 2: Pre-treat the Stain with Borax

Make a solution of warm water and Borax. Apply the mixture directly onto the tomato sauce stain. Let it sit for 15 minutes before taking a damp cloth or brush and gently scrubbing the area.

Step 3: Soak the Stained Area with White Vinegar

Fill a spray bottle with one-part white vinegar and two-parts water. Spray the stained area with the solution. Allow it to sit for another 15 minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Step 4: Use a Laundry Stain Remover

If the tomato sauce stain persists, apply a laundry stain remover directly onto the spot. Allow it to sit for 15 minutes before washing the sneaker in cold water.

Step 5: Go the Extra Mile with a Stiff-Bristled Brush

If the stain still won’t come out after washing, try soaking the affected area in one-part white vinegar and two-parts water. Let the mixture set for an hour before scrubbing with a stiff-bristled brush. Finally, rinse with cold water.

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