The Easiest Way to Deep Clean White Stained Shoe laces
Stained laces can instantly ruin the look of a fresh pair of trainers. Whether it’s mud, food, grass, or sweat marks—shoelaces often collect the worst of it. The good news? You don’t need to replace them. With one simple method, you can deep clean your laces and make them look nearly new again.
🧼 Why You Should Clean Your Laces Properly
Throwing your laces into the washing machine might seem like the easiest option, but that often doesn't cut it—especially if the stains are set in. Machine washing can also cause fraying and uneven cleaning, and sometimes the stains come out worse.
Instead, there’s a better solution: soaking your laces in Vanish Oxi Action.
🧪 The Best White Lace Cleaning Method: Soak With Vanish Oxi Action
We’ve tried everything over the years, and this method consistently gives the best results—even for laces that look like they've had it.
🧽 What Kind of Stains Does Vanish Tackle?
Vanish Oxi Action isn’t just good—it’s a stain-fighting powerhouse. It works wonders on all kinds of common lace stains, including mud, grass, food spills, blood, oil, sweat marks, and even old set-in grime. Whether your laces have survived a muddy festival, a gym session, or an unexpected ketchup incident, Vanish breaks down the residue deep in the fibres without weakening the fabric. It’s the go-to solution when you want your laces looking proper fresh again.
Here’s what you’ll need:
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A clean glass jar or plastic container with a lid
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Warm water
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Vanish Oxi Action powder (you can grab it from Amazon here)
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Your dirty laces
🔁 Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Remove your laces from the sneakers and gently brush off any loose dirt or mud.
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Fill your jar halfway with warm water (not boiling).
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Add one scoop of Vanish Oxi Action powder into the jar and stir until fully dissolved.
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Drop your laces in, screw the lid on, and give it a gentle shake.
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Let them soak for 1–3 hours, depending on how stained they are. (For heavy staining, leave them overnight.)
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Rinse the laces thoroughly under cold water and hang them to dry.
That’s it. You’ll be shocked at how fresh and clean your laces look—no harsh scrubbing, no damage, and no need to replace them.
🧠 Pro Tip
Pair this lace-cleaning method with our Crep Hero Cleaning Foam to clean the rest of the sneaker. While your laces are soaking, you can deep clean the uppers, midsoles, and outsoles without damaging any materials.
🧰 Want More Cleaning Tools Like This?
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