[How to clean outdoor hiking shoes] How to wash outdoor hiking shoes and cleaning methods
The cleaning method of full leather, half leather and non-leather for hiking shoes:
Full leather means that the surface of the shoe is completely covered with leather, which is characterized by weight Large, well-protected and durable; the half-leather surface is generally made of leather and fiber fabric, which is characterized by moderate weight and good protection; Son.
The stitching is the most maintenance required of all hiking shoes. Because during the use process, moisture and dust are easily gathered in the suture area, which will lead to a decrease in waterproofness and firmness over a long period of time. Therefore, new shoes should be waxed in this part; after wearing for a certain period of time, they should be cleaned and waxed after drying.
Muddy water, snow water and dust have a certain effect on the leather. The treatment methods are: waxing, for smooth leather; spraying water repellent, for nubuck or suede leather. While waxing or spraying water repellent can affect the appearance of the shoe, it can improve the life of the shoe. So whether you should do it or not depends on your focus. Fiber fabrics are mainly used for dust removal.
How to clean hiking boots:
In general, wipe off the dirt with a damp cloth, dry it in a cool, ventilated place, and remove it Laces, and then surface treatment. For normal storage, avoid direct sunlight and humidity.
The soles should also be free of sand and dirt.
The insoles and laces are machine washable.
Lightweight hiking shoes without Gore-tex fabric, if they are really dirty, you can put them in a laundry bag and wash them in the washing machine.
First, a brief introduction to suede leather: suede leather is generally made of cow two-layer leather, which is made by raising and dyeing. At present, most hiking shoes use this kind of leather as the upper. . Some manufacturers I know also use PU suede leather (actually artificial leather, the appearance is enough to be fake, but it is not easy for everyone to distinguish) as the upper material. Suede leather is just one of many common names, such as nubuck leather, brushed fur, etc., which is generally called suede leather for the time being.
How to wash hiking shoes:
First: in the case of dusty conditions, use a soft brush (such as a toothbrush) to gently brush the upper back and forth (the upper should be dry) , If there are oily or stubborn stains, just use a soft brush dipped in some soap to clean and rinse. For not particularly stubborn stains, you can also try to use the eraser for elementary school students to remove, the effect is very good, and it can remove most of the stains.
Second: You can deal with some small damages and scratches by yourself. The specific method is to trim the damaged parts with a knife when the leather surface is dry. Then use a file knife or sandpaper (selected according to the degree of damage and operation needs to play a certain grinding role), and then use a harder brush to go back and forth or rotate the brush at the repair site, so that the upper can be restored to a certain extent, the effect Still very good, of course, it is impossible to completely restore it to as new. When cleaning mountaineering shoes, you can do a comprehensive bristle treatment on the upper, which can clean up dust and repair scratches and suede on the leather surface to a certain extent.
Third: After the shoes are completely soaked by rain or wading, it is best to dry them naturally in the form of wind (cooling and drying), and do not expose to the sun (it is another matter in special outdoor circumstances). In the natural drying process, it is best to stuff some scraps of newspaper into the shoes (it can be replaced several times in the middle), in order to avoid the shoes from being deformed, which will affect the future wearing and appearance.
Fourth: ‘Knives and guns are put into storage, and horses are put into Nanshan’. When you are not wearing hiking shoes, you should put the shoes in the shoe box for storage. This is an important part of maintaining hiking shoes.