i was washing my shoes, and i dont like to out them in the dryer cause it shrinks em. so i set them out for about two days and i smelled something, i put my nose in my shoe(i know thats kinda gross) but anywho, i smelled a moldy smell. i sprayed Llysol in them, but that didnt seem to work. any suggestions on how to get rid of that nasty smell?
2006-11-17 04:32:57 · 9 answers · asked by ○HiD○ 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
you may place bleach in spray btl and spritz a lil inside and wipe out with damp rag.
don't get the bleach on the outside of the shoe as it will discolor.
keep the shoes inside where its warm and when warn as normal, spread a lil baking soda inside to continue the absorption of the smells...not a bad habit to continue if you do have foot odor.
Gold bond powder is also good.
luck to ya , save the shoes
note: dampness and cold and bad circulation are the culprits of mildew.
2006-11-17 04:48:05 · answer #1 · answered by ticketoride04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea what materials your shoes are made from so I am going to say take them to a shoe repair store and ask for a professional opinion. I know Sun and heat will kill the spores there for removing the odor. You can try some less invasive ways meaning not apply a odor over the mildew odor. Get some baking soda and seal shoes in a bag with the soda for a few days. There is also wiping them down with vinegar however I do not know what materials your shoes are made from so I am hesitant. Some say cat litter and baking soda do wonders.
2016-05-21 22:56:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I would try to re wash them by using some type of color bleach then place the fabric softners in the soles and put them in the dryer on air dry. And you can also place the fabric softeners in your shoes to keep the odor down. Good Luck!
2006-11-17 05:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by specialk20052003 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Besides over the counter shoe powders and spray, try putting them in the freezer for 24 hours. This should kill the stench causing bacteria.
2006-11-17 06:45:42 · answer #4 · answered by navy_hobo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the smell is mildew, a type of mold. normally the best way to kill mold is chlorine (clorox). if you can remove the insoles, do that and soak them in a solution of 5 parts water / 1 part chlorine for a few minutes. wring them out and let them air dry. for the insides of the shoes, put in some baking soda, before you return the insoles.
2006-11-17 04:38:21 · answer #5 · answered by Ovrtaxed 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use Dr Scholls Oder Destroyer. works great!
2006-11-17 04:55:48 · answer #6 · answered by me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might try re-washing them with detergent and some white vinegar. It takes odors out of anything.
2006-11-17 10:29:21 · answer #7 · answered by LHA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
baken soda will kill it instantly regular baken soda sprinkle it on the inside from toe to hill
2006-11-17 04:40:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
clean your feet better!
2006-11-17 04:37:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋