How to Clean Beer & Alcohol Stains Off Your Trainers – The Eco Way
Whether it’s a spilled pint at the pub 🍻 or a wild night out 🕺, alcohol stains on your kicks are the worst kind of hangover. But don’t panic—your trainers aren’t ruined (yet). Let’s break down exactly how to tackle beer and booze stains using our eco-friendly tools and a little science-backed magic.
👟 First, Act Fast
Time is everything! As soon as you notice the stain:
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Blot (don’t rub!) the stain with a paper towel or microfiber cloth.
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Remove any surface dirt so you're not pushing grime deeper in.
Now it’s time for the real work…
🧼 What You'll Need
✅ Dr. Beckmann Stain Devils - Fruit & Drink – this stuff melts alcohol-based stains (more on that below).
✅ Crep Hero Foam Cleaner & Conditioner – 100% biodegradable and perfect for delicate materials like suede, mesh, and canvas.
✅ A soft brush, medium brush, and microfiber cloth (all in our Crep Hero Ultimate Kit).
🧪 Why Dr. Beckmann Works Like a Charm
This isn't your everyday cleaner. Dr. Beckmann Stain Devils for Fruit & Drink is formulated specifically for alcohol, juice, and sugar-based stains. That means red wine, beer, cider, cocktails – no problem. 🍷🍹 It breaks down the pigments and sugars before they become permanent.
And the best part? It pairs beautifully with our eco Crep Hero foam—no harsh chemicals, no fabric damage. Just results.
🧽 Step-by-Step: Material by Material
🟦 Mesh, Knit & Canvas
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Apply Dr. Beckmann sparingly directly to the stain.
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Let it sit for 3–5 minutes (don't over-soak!).
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Use our Crep Hero Foam Cleaner and a medium brush in circular motions.
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Wipe with a damp microfiber cloth.
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Air dry naturally 🌬️ (not on a radiator!).
🤎 Suede
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Lightly blot the area with a dry microfiber cloth.
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Dip a soft suede brush into our Crep Hero foam (a little goes a long way).
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Brush gently in one direction only.
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Avoid Dr. Beckmann directly on suede—use it only if you're confident and do a patch test.
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Use a suede eraser if slight marks remain.
⚪ Leather & Synthetic
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Apply Dr. Beckmann directly on the stain and wait 2–3 minutes.
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Use Crep Hero foam with a medium brush.
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Wipe down with a clean microfiber cloth.
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Buff dry and condition the leather if needed.
🛠️ Still Not Coming Out?
Some alcohol stains (especially those mixed with food dye or sugary syrup) can be stubborn. That’s when it’s time to let the Crep Hero pros step in.
We offer:
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Deep cleans 🧼
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Repaints 🎨
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Repairs 🔧
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Full transparency and photo updates throughout the process
🛠️ Let us do it for you → Book your clean now
🧪 Want to See ALL the Tools We Use?
We don’t believe in gatekeeping. Our Pro Kit List reveals all the brushes, cleaners, deoxidisers, and stain removers we personally use at Crep Hero.
Whether you’re a collector, reseller, or just want your creps looking new again—you’ll find everything the pros use. No secrets, just results.
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