Quick answer
What setting for shoes and sneakers?
Wash only machine-washable shoes on delicate with cold water and low spin, then air dry them.
Cycle
Delicate or gentle
Temperature
Cold water
Spin
Low spin or no spin
Dryer
Air dry
Go deeper
Care-label caveats
- Do not machine wash leather, suede, wool, embellished, or structured dress shoes unless the label allows it.
- Remove laces and insoles before washing.
- Use only a small amount of mild detergent.
- Keep shoes away from direct high heat while drying.
FAQ
What washer setting should I use for shoes and sneakers?
Use delicate or gentle with cold water for machine-washable canvas or fabric sneakers. Put them in a mesh bag and add towels to cushion the load.
What dryer setting should I use?
Air dry shoes. Dryer heat can warp soles, loosen glue, shrink uppers, and make shoes noisy in the drum.
What temperature should I wash shoes and sneakers in?
Cold water is safest for washable shoes because it limits dye bleeding, glue stress, and material distortion.