‘Hey dudes’ is a company that makes affordable footwear and has become quite popular recently. The special thing about them is that they make shoes that are designed to last longer.
You can wash them in a washing machine but be sure to remove any chunks and particles before putting them into a washing machine with the help of a brush. Place them inside a laundry bag and complete the cycle. The best option for drying is to allow them to air dry.
Keep reading to learn more about the ways in which you can clean the shoes and they should last even longer than what the company has originally promised.
How To Wash Hey Dudes
Step 1: Remove Insoles and Laces
The first step is to remove the insoles as they are not recommended for machine washing. You should also remove the laces as they get stuck in the various mechanisms of the washing machine which can cause damage to the shoe as well as the machine itself.
Step 2: Put In Laundry Bag
Place the shoes in a laundry bag and fill the machine halfway on a cold setting to begin the wash cycle.
Step 3: Use Liquid Detergent
Liquid detergent is preferred as the powdered version can leave a residue on the surface of the shoes.
Step 4: Select Cold Water and Light Settings
Cold water is recommended as hot water can cause the shoes to shrink. Start the cycle on a light setting as that is going to be enough to clean the shoes.
Step 5: Air Dry
When the cycle is finished, take the shoes out of the machine to allow them to air dry. Be sure to avoid direct sunlight as this will cause their color to fade in the long run.
Even though many people believe that bleaching will clean their shoes, they are wrong and it just causes damage to the fibers of the shoe and will ruin the way they look in the long run as bleach is a very strong substance.
This option is recommended if machine washing has failed to remove some of the resilient stains on the shoes. You should mix vinegar and baking soda in equal quantities and keep mixing until a paste is formed.
Apply this paste onto the shoe by using a toothbrush in a circular motion around the stains. Leave the paste to dry and clap the shoes together to dust them off. Repeat until desired results are achieved.
As they cannot withstand the pressure of the washing machine, it is best to scrub them in soapy water and leave them out to dry with proper ventilation. You can also soak them in a disinfectant to get rid of bacteria that may lead to fungal infections in extreme scenarios.
Your shoes may acquire an unpleasant odor through continued use even if you wash them. You can insert dryer sheets within the shoes to get rid of the odor.
Another way is to freeze them and the odor should be gone by the time you take them out and they’ve been dried. Make sure to put them in a plastic bag as they might make your freezer filthy.
Conclusion
Cleaning hey dudes is quite simple, the lack of proper instruction leads to damage and it happens due to negligence and not because the company itself has delivered a substandard product.