2006-06-16 16:40:54 · 48 answers · asked by drummergrl00 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
If your flip flops are made of rubber, you may use bleach but make sure to use 1-2 capful of bleach to a gallon of water. It will turn yellowish if you use a huge amount of bleach.
Here's what to do:
-brush away dirt (using an old toothbrush) under running water
-measure 1-2 capful of bleach to a gallon of water in a huge container
-leave flip flops in bleach-water solution for 5-10 minutes (soles facing up)
-use soap/detergent/laundry soap to wash away the bleach solution
-rinse in water and dry with a clean cloth.
2006-06-16 17:03:51 · answer #1 · answered by REGINA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-06-29 09:51:38 · answer #2 · answered by S. Leroy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how much bleach you use, as bleach can "eat" through a lot of materials, weaken & damage them; even certain plastics. I don't think it will hurt the straps, as they are made out of pretty solid rubber, however, the sole part is a different story, as that is made out of porous sponge rubber. If you just want to sanitize them, then just use a little bleach mixed with hot water & an old toothbrush to scrub them. I sure wouldn't soak them or submerse them for any length of time.
2006-06-29 15:51:40 · answer #3 · answered by Borinquena 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Bleach may hurt your flip flops. If it is sanitation you want try a solution of peroxide and water. Taking a wet wash cloth to them if they are dirty, with or with out soap. Hope this helps.
2006-06-16 16:52:43 · answer #4 · answered by suthrndaysi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it actually works best if you put bleach on your flip flops while you're still wearing them.
Who cares...they're like $3 at Target(the flip flops...not the feet.)
2006-06-30 14:22:52 · answer #5 · answered by GrammarPolice 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may and may not depending on the material they are made out of. Also how strong the bleach is as concentrated bleach will hurt just about anything
2006-06-30 00:13:35 · answer #6 · answered by The Ollster 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I shoul think so...bleach is meant to wash white clothes, not a cute pair of flip-flops!
2006-06-30 16:20:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who cares? They are only flip flops. Just go buy a new pair.
2006-06-16 16:44:21 · answer #8 · answered by Brutally Honest 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no sum flip flops r made 4 da beach
2006-06-28 12:56:06 · answer #9 · answered by babyface_jas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you use straight bleach or keep them soaking for a long time they may get damaged. I soak mine in soapy water and then use a scouring pad to scrub them (sponge with green scouring pad on the other side). They look so much better afterwards!!
2006-06-16 16:56:21 · answer #10 · answered by beth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋