Water temperature
What temperature to wash shoes and sneakers?
Cold water is safest for washable shoes because it limits dye bleeding, glue stress, and material distortion.
Temperature
Cold water
Cycle
Delicate or gentle
Spin
Low spin or no spin
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.