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• To step
• Method 1 of 4: Use warm water and soap
• Method 2 of 4: Disinfect with vinegar and water
• Method 3 of 4: Apply baking soda, dryer sheets, and shoe deodorant
• Method 4 of 4: Maintain the insoles
• Necessities
• Use warm water and soap
• Using vinegar and water
• Apply baking soda, tumble drier cloths, and shoe spray

The insoles of your shoes can get dirty over time, especially if you wear your shoes often. You may notice that the insoles in your shoes have a bad smell or have dirty spots. You can clean insoles with warm water and soap or with vinegar and water. You can also apply baking soda, dryer sheets, or a shoe deodorant to the insoles. After cleaning, take good care of your insoles so they can stay fresh.

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Method 1 of 4: Use warm water and soap

1. Fill a container with warm water. You can also fill the sink with water. Use about half a liter of water or just enough water to scrub and clean the insoles.
2. Add soap or liquid detergent. Add a few drops of liquid detergent to the water. You can also use liquid hand soap if you don't have any detergent.
3. Scrub the insoles with a soft brush. You can also use a clean cloth to scrub the insoles. Gently scrub the insoles to remove dirt and stains.
   • If they are leather insoles, use a cloth soaked in soap and water to pat the insoles clean. Make sure the insoles do not get too wet as this can deform the leather.
4. Rinse the insoles. After you have thoroughly cleaned the insoles, use a wet sponge or other clean cloth to remove excess soap from the insoles.
5. Let the insoles dry overnight. Place the insoles on a towel to let them dry overnight. You can also place the insoles on a dish drainer or hang them on the clothesline to let them dry.
   • Make sure the insoles are completely dry before putting them back in your shoes.

Method 2 of 4: Disinfect with vinegar and water

1. Mix vinegar and water in equal parts. Vinegar is a good deodorant for insoles, especially if they have a strong smell. It also kills bacteria and germs. Mix one part distilled white vinegar and one part warm water together in a large bowl or in the sink.
2. Soak the insoles in the mixture. Place the insoles in the vinegar and water mixture. Let the insoles soak in the mixture for at least three hours.
   • If the insoles smell bad, you can add essential oils such as tea tree or pine oil to the mixture. Add a few drops of essential oils to the mixture and soak the insoles in the mixture.
3. Rinse the insoles. After soaking in the mixture, take out the insoles and rinse them under running water. Make sure you get the vinegar and water mixture all the way out of the insoles.
4. Let the insoles dry overnight. Place the insoles on a towel to let them dry overnight. You can also dry the insoles by placing them on a dish rack or hanging them on a clothesline.

Method 3 of 4: Apply baking soda, dryer sheets, and shoe deodorant

1. Use baking soda to neutralize odors and kill bacteria. Place five to ten grams of baking soda in a large plastic bag. Then place the insoles in the bag and shake the bag. Make sure you get the baking soda all over the insoles.
   • Leave the insoles in the bag overnight. Then take them out of the bag and wipe away the remaining baking soda on the insoles with a clean cloth.
2. Reduce odor with dryer sheets. Leave the insoles in the shoes. Then cut a dryer sheet in half and place each piece in each shoe. Leave the dryer sheet in the shoes overnight to remove odor from the shoe and sockliner.
   • This is a good option if you are in a hurry to remove odor from the insoles and need a quick fix.
3. Clean the insoles with a shoe cleaning spray. You can remove the insoles from the shoes or inject them while they are still in your shoes. You can buy the shoe cleaning spray online or at a shoe store.
   • Many shoe cleaning sprays contain antibacterial properties. They usually dry quickly and do not stain.

Method 4 of 4: Maintain the insoles

1. Clean the insoles regularly. Get into the habit of cleaning the insoles of your shoes once a week or twice a month. Clean the insoles of shoes that you wear often so that dirt and odors don't build up.
   • You could have a day once a month where you thoroughly clean all the insoles in your shoes.
2. Wear socks with your shoes. Always wear socks when wearing insoled shoes to reduce odor and dirt on the insoles. Socks absorb sweat and dirt so that it doesn't end up on your insoles.
   • You should also change shoes so that you don't always wear the same ones. This way, the insoles of a particular pair of shoes will not become excessively worn or smelly.
3. Replace old insoles. If you notice that your insoles are getting worn out, replace them with new ones. New insoles that you buy online or at a shoe store fit most shoes. Do this for shoes that you wear often, so that you always have clean and good quality insoles.

Necessities

Use warm water and soap

• Water
• Soap or liquid detergent.
• Brush or cloth

Using vinegar and water

• Distilled white vinegar
• Water
• Essential oils (optional)

Apply baking soda, tumble drier cloths, and shoe spray

• Baking soda
• Plastic bag
• Dryer cloths
• Cleaning spray for shoes