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How do I use a home remedy to clean salt from suede shoes?
By dahlia from Philadelphia, PA
I just use an old soft bristled toothbrush to remove as much of the salt residue as possible, wipe with a damp rag, then lightly rough the suede up with the toothbrush again and allow to dry. I've had my snow boots for 19 years (16 winters of which were worn in highly salted Michigan instead of the sand used here in Washington State where I live now) and they still look almost new.
I just bought a pair of chocolate brown Ugg boots. I wore them out in the snow once, and now they have huge salt stains on them. I don't want to use vinegar or black coffee because I don't want to change the colour. Any ideas?
By Nicole J.
Use a stiff nail brush and brush off as much as you can.
I would put a few drops of Dawn dish soap in a small bowl of water, 1/2 cup, stir well.
Brush off as much as you can with a wire brush and dampen the stains lightly with vinegar
Will using a toothbrush with toothpaste remove stains from my suede shoes?
By Eric
No but it works great cleaning sterling silver jewelry!
How do I get rid of the salt stains on my suede boots?
By Elda
How can I successfully clean my suede boot that has salt stains around the toe and heel?
By Regina M.
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