How do I clean wildflower stains from my loafers?

Follow these four steps: pre-treat the stain with liquid laundry detergent, rinse the area with warm water, clean the stain with a mild detergent, and finish off with a specialized protector spray. With a little bit of effort, you'll be able to keep your loafers looking clean.

Do I need to use a special cleaner for suede items?

You can use a mild detergent or a specialized suede cleaner, depending on the material of your loafers.

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Keep Your Loafers Clean: A Guide to Removing Wildflower Stains

The summer months bring wildflowers, warmth, and sunshine - and unfortunately, wildflower stains on our favorite loafers. Keep reading for a guide on how to get rid of those pesky wildflower stains.

Updated 09 Mar 2023

By Cyryl Wozniak

It's always heartbreaking when your favorite pair of loafers gets stained. When wildflowers are in bloom, they can easily transfer their color onto your shoes if you walk through them or brush against them.

If this happens to you, don't panic! There are a few simple steps you can take to remove these wildflower stains from your loafers.

Step 1: Pre-Treat the Stain

As soon as you notice the stain, pre-treat it with a bit of liquid laundry detergent. Work the detergent into the stain with your fingers, then let it sit for 15 minutes. This will help to break down the stain before you move on to the next step.

Step 2: Rinse with Water

After 15 minutes is up, rinse the area with warm water. Be sure not to scrub too hard, as this can damage the fabric of your loafers. Give stain a good rinse, then let it air dry.

Step 3: Clean with a Mild Detergent

Once your loafers are dry (or mostly dry), use a clean cloth and some mild detergent to work away at the stain. Keep using the gentle up and down motion until the stain has disappeared. If all else fails, you could also try using a specialized suede cleaner.

Step 4: Protect with a Specialized Protector Spray

Finish off by protecting your shoes with a specialized protector spray. This will add an extra layer of protection and make sure that your favorite loafers are safe from future wildflower accidents.

And there you have it - four simple steps for removing wildflower stains from your loafers. With a little bit of effort, you'll be able to keep your loafers clean and looking like new.

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