In the spring, it might feel good to feel the fresh air blowing against your toes after wearing socks and sneakers or boots all winter. Cookouts, beach trips, and pool parties call for footwear that is waterproof, slip-resistant, and allows your feet to breathe. Flip flops offer all these benefits and more. They are a great way to stay refreshed and add style to your outfits.
If you’re like us, you’d be wearing your flip flops all the time. They can get dirty from all the places you go and sweat that drips off your feet. They may even start to stink. How often do you wash them or clean them properly? Do you even know how to clean flip flops properly?
Most people wear flip flops a lot. People also tend to wear the same flip flops repeatedly. That means they’re always in their car, closet, laundry, beach or trash. If you don’t take care of them, they’ll stink. Foot odour can be difficult to remove from flip flops. To get rid of it permanently, you need to kill the bacteria and fungi growing inside your shoes. We wear flip flops more than 90 percent of the time. Although that is good for our feet, it can make them dirty.
Cleaning flip flops makes them so much more enjoyable to wear. Many different materials are used to make flip flops, including leather, canvas, rubber, and plastic. All flip flops get dirty over time, but if you don’t want to buy new ones, you can clean them at home with a few simple methods. You can get them fresh and brand spanking new in no time – using regular household products you already have lying around.
Let’s start by cleaning our feet!
Are you keeping your feet clean enough?
Don’t worry—no one is judging you. Foot hygiene is important no matter what, but it’s especially important if you’re going sock-less often and planning to rock flip flops!
In spite of flip flops’ near-unmatched ventilation, you’re still bound to sweat a lot, particularly in the sticky heat of summer. If you don’t have socks to absorb and possibly even wick away some of that moisture, you’re looking at potentially swampy sandals.
You need to pay attention to your feet if you want to stay ahead of your flip flop funk.
Keep your flip flop funk at bay by paying serious attention to your feet during your usual grooming routine. We recommend using an exfoliating scrubber like Salux’s nylon bath towels. These are not only more hygienic than mesh shower poofs, but will also last longer.
If your feet are prone to sweating, you might want to apply a foot powder like Gold Bond after scrubbing.
Soapy Bath Scrub
Cleaning with dish soap is great because it works well on most materials and is safe for most materials. Start by sprinkling a few drops of dish soap in hot water and dipping a soft cloth into it. Scrub your flip flops with the material once this has been completed.
Cleaning the top of the flip flop is beneficial, but you should also clean the sides and bottom. To remove soil and smudges, try using a toothbrush that you no longer use. As the bristles are firm, they can get into the folds of the flip flop. Cover the entire sandals with sudsy water and let it sit for five minutes. Once that time has passed, rinse it off with clean water. There you go! Good as new.
Baking Soda Scrub
Baking soda is an amazing substance that can be used in a variety of ways. You can use it for cooking, as well as for cleaning. You can use it to neutralize odors and clean different materials around your home meticulously. Fill a washtub or bucket with warm water. After that, place the flip flops inside and let them rest for five minutes. Then sprinkle in baking soda and allow it to sit for another five minutes.
After this time has passed, use a cloth to scrub over the entire flip flop. Pay particular attention to the spots where your toes land, the middle area, and the bottom. Scrub the heavily soiled areas a bit more if the appearance does not improve as you expect. Add a pinch of baking soda on top of the soiled areas. You can rinse off the powder by taking the flip flops outside and pouring water over them. Ahhh, squaky clean flip flops.
Washing Machine
There are many benefits to hand washing some items, especially if they are made from delicate materials. A washing machine is a great option if you are short on time. Start by rubbing the shoe with soapy water using a napkin or cloth. It is not necessary to clean thoroughly during this quick wash. The purpose is to remove any loose particles and make the stain removal process easier.
You can wash your flip flops in the washing machine with a small amount of detergent and cold water after you have finished. To prevent harming your shoes and washer, choose a slow spin option or none at all. When the cycle is complete, remove your flip flops and place them in a clean area outside. Let them completely dry up in the sun. Voila! Fresh flip flops in no time.
Cleaning flip flops: Avoid these mistakes
Flip flops should never be cleaned with harsh chemicals. Directly applying bleach or ammonia to your footwear may result in more damage than good. Some of the products may also get absorbed into your shoes and irritate your feet. If you think the flip flops need to be sanitized, place them in a washtub or bucket with water. Put a small amount of bleach or vinegar into the water to clean them. Rinse them with cold water thoroughly after sitting in this solution for 10 minutes.
Allow your flip flops to air dry in a bright, sunny area. Don’t put them in the dryer because they could melt (Yes, that happens… and it sucks!) Also, they should be in the sun instead of dark, damp places to prevent mold and mildew.
Now that you know how to clean flip flops, you can try them out. After you clean your flip flops, you should wear them while you relax with family or friends.
Spring has sprung and I hope this inspires you to go and get your perfect pair of flip flops for your upcoming adventures!
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