Inflated waterproof boots are practical and comfortable for the autumn-winter period. However, they, like any other type of shoes, tend to get dirty. To achieve an aesthetic appearance and cleanliness, wiping with wet wipes alone is not enough. Light-colored bags deteriorate especially quickly. In an attempt to restore the neat appearance of shoes, owners have a logical question: “Is it possible to wash the shoes in the washing machine? Or is it better to hold off and clean the lunar rovers manually?”
"Lunokhods"
What are dutiki? “Moonboots” is a rarely used name for the “lunar rovers” we are all familiar with (literally translated from English). They are made of material that does not allow moisture to pass through, retains heat, does not allow water to pass through, but at the same time allows the feet to “breathe.” Manufacturers do not make leather or suede liners; they prefer membrane materials with different interior finishes.
Of course, such shoes have a number of advantages:
- non-slip sole;
- reasonable price;
- high practicality;
- convenience and ease.
They are also made from high-quality modern materials.
Quality is everything
The method of cleaning lunar rovers directly depends on the material from which the moonboots are made. The label will usually indicate whether it is allowed. machine washable. Is it possible to wash duvets in a machine? Unfortunately, in 95% of cases the answer is negative - washing is prohibited. However, in exceptional cases it is possible, but provided that the shoes are made of very high quality material. Otherwise using a washing machine to remove dirt will only do harm.
If you receive boots of poor quality, be prepared for them to come apart. But if you are confident in the quality of the product, then this article is for you.
How to prepare shoes for washing?
To prepare inflatable shoes for washing, you must meet the following requirements:
- If there are insoles, it is better to wash them from dirt separately from the insoles themselves in another container.
- It is safer to wash shoes if they are fully fastened (fasten zippers, drawstrings, buttons and Velcro). This will make your shoes less likely to be damaged during washing.
- It is better to remove the laces, if any. Their color is also important: white ones are washed separately in a basin, and black ones are washed together with the lunar rovers.
- To improve the quality of washing, you need to rinse the soles of your shoes with running water (this will help get rid of stuck dirt). So you save your washing machine from contamination and clogging.
- It would be a good idea to buy a special bag designed for washing or a fabric pillowcase.
- If there are stubborn stains on the moonbuds, it is better to first soak them in a soapy solution or clean them with a damp brush. If this step is skipped, machine washing may not remove these stains from your shoes.
- It is not recommended to rinse shoes before washing.
- It is better to wash the rest of your wardrobe items another time. This is especially true when you need to wash white duvets.
Direct washing
The fact that some duvets do not contain fur makes washing very easy. But if the boots have sheepskin filling, the method for cleaning the boots is washing machine It won't suit you - the wool will deteriorate. In this situation, you should stop cleaning with a brush and soap solution.
Basic washing rules to follow:
- If there are a lot of iron accessories and zippers on the bags, do not neglect the use of special laundry bags. This will help avoid damage not only to the shoes themselves, but also to the washing machine.
- For membrane boots, special shampoos are used (for example, Salton). In addition, you can use shampoo to wash ski suits. If you use regular powder, it may leave white streaks.
- In order not to spoil the material and shape of the shoes, it is better to wash them at a minimum temperature (not higher than 40°C) in delicate mode and without spinning. Recommended washing mode - "handwash" (or you can activate the “shoes” mode).
- Upon completion of washing, do not remove the moonboots immediately. It is better to wait half an hour for the water to drain.
How to dry?
Proper drying of shoes, like washing itself, is an important step in cleaning boots from dirt and a guarantee of maintaining an aesthetic appearance. It is better to carry out this process not in the washing machine in the drying mode, since this method most likely will not preserve the original appearance of your shoes.
After finishing washing, after waiting as expected, 30 minutes, the boots should be thoroughly blotted inside with a terry towel to absorb excess moisture.
It is preferable to dry in the fresh air, avoiding contact with the sun's rays and high temperatures if the lunar rovers are made of membrane material.Textile duvets are allowed to dry near radiators and heaters. Nothing will happen to them from such thermal effects.
Paper and old newspapers, which can be placed in shoes and changed periodically, will help get rid of excess moisture.
Unpleasant smell
It happened that The washing machine dealt with stains, but not with odors.? A number of tools will come to the rescue here:
- hydrogen peroxide;
- ammonia;
- green tea.
Hydrogen peroxide
This treatment method is good not only for eliminating unpleasant odors, but also for its ability to destroy bacteria that actively multiply in boots. It is also used as a preventive measure even before the smell appears.
There are two main ways.
1 way
- It is necessary to pour a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide into the shoes.
2 way
- Wipe the inside of shoes with a 3% solution.
- Leave for half an hour, and then wash again in an automatic machine without adding duvet detergent.
Ammonia
- Treat the shoes with ammonia on the inside surface and place them in a tightly tied bag for half an hour.
- Wash without using detergent.
Green tea
- Wet green tea bags.
- Put them in bags.
- Dry your shoes.
If you follow the above rules, your shoes will become clean and last you much longer. Machine washable It’s better not more than twice a month. This will be enough to keep the dummies clean.
