From sneakers to slippers, canvas shoes come in many different shapes, styles, and forms. In addition to being rather versatile and stylish, canvas shoes are also known for their ample breathability as well as their comfort. Best of all, canvas shoes are known for being relatively easy to clean when compared to many other kinds of footwear. 

While there is really no fool-proof way to prevent any kind of shoe from getting stained or scuffed, knowing how to properly clean your canvas shoes will ensure that they last as long as possible and allow you to get the most use out of them possible. In order to give you a head start on everything, you need to know about keeping your canvas shoes looking good as new, here is our step-by-step guide on how to clean canvas shoes. 

Supplies You’ll Need

First things first, there are few items that you will need to make sure that you have on hand if you want to be able to clean your canvas shoes as thoroughly and correctly as possible. When it comes to tools or devices, you really only need two things: a washing machine and a soft-bristled brush.

These two tools give you two different options on how to clean your canvas shoes. We will go through both options and then you can decide which you think is better suited for your circumstances. The other supplies that you’ll need are laundry detergent, chlorine, a mesh laundry bag, and some sort of disinfectant. 

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Washing Canvas Shoes With a Washing Machine

Before washing your canvas shoes in a washing machine, there are a couple of things you need to verify first. Most importantly, examine your shoes and confirm that there is no suede or leather trim. If there is, you will definitely be better off washing your canvas shoes by hand. The same thing goes for any canvas shoes that are embellished with trim, rope soles, or detailed beading. If you wash shoes with any of these intricacies, they might come out more damaged and disheveled than before.