How to clean ugg boots?

Coming to us from distant Australia and firmly occupying a leading position in the shoe market, UGG boots are considered the most popular type of footwear among young people. They are made of durable suede, and this material gets very dirty in rainy weather. But even if your UGG boots are covered in stains, this is not a reason to throw them away; you can get rid of the stains.

Shoe cleaning rules

First of all, ugg boots need to be prepared for cleaning. If the material gets wet, dry the shoes. It is not recommended to use heating devices for drying; ugg boots should dry naturally. To speed up the process, place crumpled napkins inside, which will quickly absorb moisture.

Excess dust from shoes can be removed with a special dry brush. Dirt from the sole can be washed off with plain water and a cloth. After the main dirt has been washed off and the ugg boots have dried, you can begin to clean the shoes from stains and traces of salt, which is so popular to sprinkle on roads in the winter.It is not recommended to leave salt on shoes, otherwise it will corrode the fabric and after a year the shoes can be thrown away. It is prohibited to use washing powder, cleaning products intended for washing dishes, or products containing alkali for cleaning.. They are difficult to remove from the fabric, in addition, they will damage thin suede and deform it.

What to clean with?

To clean your UGG boots, you will need:

• rubber brush for cleaning shoes;
• sponge for washing dishes;
• vinegar essence;
• ammonia;
• clean paper napkins or towels;
• starch, chalk or talc;
• petrol.

All these tools and devices will be needed to remove dust, grease stains and salt deposits. Let's look at each cleaning method in detail using special products.

Cleaning methods at home

One way to combat dirt and stains is dry cleaning. It is recommended to carry out it in cases where the ugg boots are dusty and do not have any special dirt.. Take a rubber brush and gently brush it over the material in the direction of the pile. Do not rub too hard to avoid damaging the fabric.

If you don't have a brush at hand, use a dry, clean rag or an old toothbrush. The dry method allows you to get rid of recently appeared stains. Sprinkle starch or talcum powder on the stain and leave the ugg boots for 7-8 hours. The white powder will absorb dirt and lighten the stain. This method is only permissible on light-colored shoes, since talc or starch can lighten the material by several tones. After this, brush off the powder with a brush or cloth.

A piece of bread can also help get rid of stains. To clean light material, use white bread, for dark material, use rye bread. Roll a piece of bread into a ball and rub the stain thoroughly with it.Wipe off any remaining residue with a dry cloth.

Dry starch will not remove absorbed stains; drastic measures must be taken here.

A wet method of cleaning shoes can help deal with a lot of dirt, stains and salt.using special aids and substances. Dilute 3 tablespoons of vinegar in 200 ml of clean cool water, use a cloth and the resulting solution to clean the dirt from your uggs.

Another good way to deal with pollution:

• soak a dishwashing sponge in ammonia;
• Wipe your shoes with it until damp;
• apply talc, starch or crushed chalk to the stains;
• leave for 10–15 minutes;
• Wipe off any remaining residue with a dry cloth.

Gasoline and starch will help get rid of greasy stains. Mix them to a thick paste and apply to the stains. Leave for a few minutes, remove any residue with water or a damp cloth. Vinegar and ammonia will help clean your ugg boots from salty deposits. Mix them in equal proportions and apply to the surface of the material using a napkin. After this, the shoes must be dried in the fresh air.

Disinfection inside

The best way to remove odor from shoes is to air them regularly. But, if it happens that the uggs smell unpleasant, internal disinfection is required. Sprinkle starch or talcum powder inside the shoes, leave the shoes for 20-25 minutes, then shake out the powder. Remove any particles remaining inside with a brush or blow them out with a hairdryer. The powder will absorb dirt and odor. Instead of starch or talc, you can use semolina.

One common wet cleaning method is using hydrogen peroxide. Mix 10 ml of peroxide and half a liter of clean water. Pour the liquid into a spray bottle and spray it inside the shoes. Wait for the fur to dry, then comb it with a brush.Baking soda works well for removing mold odors. In addition, you will need alcohol and water. Mix them in the following proportion: 200 ml of water, 15–20 grams of soda, 1 tablespoon of alcohol. Apply this mixture to the inside of the ugg boots, especially the seams, and allow them to dry in the fresh air. The unpleasant smell will disappear.

To prevent odor, use a special deodorant for closed shoes.

Cleaning the fur trim

To clean the fur trim from dirt, you can use all the methods that are applicable for disinfecting the inside of ugg boots:

1. Dirt from fur can be removed using vinegar diluted in water in a ratio of 1:50. Take a fine-toothed comb and dip it into the liquid to gently comb the fur. Afterwards, dry the shoes and comb the fur with a clean brush..
2. The fur can be cleaned using hair shampoo foam. Whisk the shampoo in a small amount of water to form a thick foam, apply it to the rim and leave for 5-10 minutes. You can remove the residue with a cloth soaked in water or a damp cloth. Also, a soda solution is suitable for cleaning fur, after which the fur will have to be thoroughly dried.
3. If the fur trim is dyed a different color (this happens, for example, when wearing UGG boots and low-quality jeans) gasoline will help get rid of stains. They need to wipe all problem areas with a napkin or sponge. It is better to clean off any remaining gasoline with a clean, damp cloth. The smell remaining from gasoline can be removed with talcum powder.