As far as daily usage shoes are concerned, no type holds as much fame and preference as canvas shoes. They look great while also being super comfortable and ultra-durable. Additionally, they handle everyday dust and elements exceptionally well. Sure, you have to spend some time cleaning them from time to time, but it’s certainly worth it.
Unfortunately, there are a few cleaning mistakes that a lot of people make, and they completely destroy the shoe over time. Some are the common ones, like using too much tsp cleaner that every “how to clean canvas shoes” guide forbids its readers from. But there are also a couple, less famous ones, that are just as harmful to the shoes. Here are the ones to avoid:
Drying your shoes in sunlight
A lot of people are guilty of doing this to their canvas shoes. Some people do it to save drying time, while a few even think that it is the better way. But that is absolutely not the case. The sun will make the shoes dull looking and will also damage the fiber. So, always dry your shoes in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Throwing them in a washing machine
This is another one of those time-saving measures that people take. Sure, the shoes get squeaky clean, but they also get damaged in the process. Hand washing will take a little more effort and time, but it will be worth it in the long run. Gentle hand washes not only preserve the color and design of the shoe but also eliminates the issue of glue deterioration and fabric loosening.
Washing them as a whole
Most canvas shoes consist of a few different parts, namely the insoles, laces, and the shoe itself. In order to get them all cleaned properly, you have to take them apart and not just wash the whole shoe as-is.
