Sneaker maintenance can be divided into two aspects: one is the preservation of sneakers, and the second is daily cleaning of shoes. Correct storage of sneakers is mainly to ensure the performance of sneakers and extend the life of sneakers. Daily cleaning of sneakers is mainly to maintain the appearance of sneakers, and in a sense, it is also to extend the service life of sneakers. In terms of storage methods, since there are many types of raw materials for making sneakers, for example, the materials used in a pair of sneakers are likely to include leather, cloth, nylon, suede, TPU material, non-marking rubber, etc., resulting in The production process is relatively complicated, and there are many places where glue is attached. Nike women's running shoes

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But it is precisely these materials that make up a pair The vitality of sneakers guarantees the performance of a pair of shoes. If you want to ensure that your sneakers remain as good as new over time and their performance remains unchanged, you must properly handle a pair of shoes so that the above-mentioned materials will not age. Kobe Bryant Basketball Shoes recommends that you should pay attention to the following points when properly storing your sneakers: First, you should place the shoes in a relatively dry and ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight, because a humid environment will cause corrosion of the shoe body and sun exposure. It will cause deterioration and discoloration of part of the shoe material and cracks in the upper leather. However, the place where the shoes are placed should not be too dry, as it may also cause cracks in the leather. Second, when storing shoes, you should stuff soft paper balls or some desiccant into the shoes. The main purpose of this is that the paper balls and desiccant can absorb the residual moisture inside the shoes and keep them dry, and the paper balls It helps to keep the shape of the shoe fixed, acts as a shoe stretcher, and prevents the shape of the sneakers from changing after being placed for a long time. Third, what needs to be mentioned in particular is the preservation of collectible sneakers. It is best to buy some plastic wrap and completely wrap a pair of shoes like in a shoe store, so as to maximize the isolation of the shoes from the air and prevent them from being used for a long time. The air inside continuously oxidizes the shoes. We all know that Nike's visible air cushions and the transparent gum outsoles of many sneakers, such as the Max air or the outsoles of the Jordan 11 and 16 generations, will slowly turn yellow in a few years, and plastic sealing films are used to protect them. The original color is a better choice. In addition, special attention should be paid to the plastic sealing of the patent leather upper. Be sure to put a piece of paper between the patent leather upper and the plastic film to prevent the plastic film from sticking to the patent leather upper for a long time and causing damage to the patent leather. Daily cleaning of sneakers is mainly aimed at maintaining the appearance of the sneakers. Don't underestimate the appearance of these sneakers. In fact, many times the reason why sneakers die is not because they can no longer be worn, but because we feel that they are really unwearable. There are cracks in the leather surface, wrinkles and breaks in the patent leather, and a lot of dust in the nylon mesh. I think most shoe lovers will not like to wear such shoes for shopping or dating. Then let’s take a look at how to protect the quality of your favorite boots. First, let’s talk about the cleaning of the upper. The upper is the most important part of the appearance of the sneakers, and the materials used in the upper are various. The traditional ones include leather, suede, patent leather, etc., while the new ones include foam materials like Foam. Based on the principle of defeating each shoe, we will tell you one by one the cleaning methods of each shoe upper. Leather upper: Leather is the most widely used material for shoe uppers. It can be divided into two categories: animal leather and artificial leather. Animal leather includes ordinary animal leather and precious animal leather. Common animal leathers are sheepskin and cowhide, which are both very tough. However, sheepskin is not as water-resistant as cowhide, and cowhide is less breathable than sheepskin.

For the maintenance of this pure leather material, it is best to use some special leather sneaker cleaners. For some rare sneakers, such as Air Force 1 LUX, the uppers are made of aquamarine leather and crocodile leather to reflect its luxurious beauty. Therefore, it is recommended that you go to professional leather shoes for the maintenance of this precious leather material. Go to a cleaning and maintenance shop. Artificial leather is actually a mixture of polyvinyl chloride or polyurethane raw materials and other additives. It is actually a plastic product, but it has the appearance and characteristics of natural leather. Most artificial leather materials are not very water-resistant, so do not wipe them repeatedly with water when cleaning. It is best to use professional artificial leather cleaning fluid. Patent leather upper: Patent leather is processed cowhide. During the production process, the leather body is first softened and then sprayed with neutral resin paint. After drying, the surface is very bright. Due to its unique production process, the patent leather upper may crack or even break when worn for sports in weather with too low temperatures, causing irreparable damage to the sneakers. To clean the patent leather upper, you can try Wipe with a soft cloth dipped in water, or use a specialized gloss paint to repair damaged patent leather uppers. Anti-suede leather upper: You can use a sponge or nylon brush to gently wipe the dust on the suede surface. For stains that are difficult to clean, you need to use some special anti-suede leather cleaning fluid for cleaning and maintenance. It must be noted that this kind of shoe upper must not be wiped with a wet cloth, as the result will definitely become dirtier with more wiping. Nylon mesh and man-made fiber braided uppers: The particularity of nylon mesh and man-made fiber materials directly results in the fact that this type of shoe upper cannot be cleaned by simply wiping with a damp cloth. Normally, dust will accumulate between the fiber braids. Therefore, you can use the strong suction of the dust washer to clean the dust between the fiber fabrics, and then wipe it with a damp cloth. The cleaning effect is very obvious. Foamposite material upper: Foamposite is a special one-time injection molding process that Nike began to use in sneaker uppers in 1997. It uses a special material that is only 2 mm thick to create a futuristic and unique shoe body. Later, Adidas also The kobe has produced similar upper materials. This kind of material is prone to oxidation and discoloration under long-term sunlight. Therefore, after wiping the shoes with a damp cloth, be sure to place them in a cool and ventilated place to air dry. It must be mentioned that no matter what material your shoe upper is made of, once the shoe upper is damaged, you must avoid scrubbing the damaged area when cleaning, because this may aggravate the wound on your damaged area. Maintenance of insoles: We do not support you to clean the insoles, which may cause deformation of the insoles and affect its performance. But if you feel that your insoles smell bad, you can use shoe deodorizer. Midsole maintenance: Most of the midsoles of sneakers are made of lightweight Phylon material, especially most of Nike's sneakers. Generally, you can apply a little detergent to the surface of the Phylon midsole, then use a soft brush to scrub repeatedly, and finally rinse away the foam with cold water. This method is commonly used to clean deep stains in the Phylon midsole, and the cleaning effect is obvious. But if you find it troublesome, using a drawing eraser for simple cleaning can also have a certain effect, but most of them are suitable for surface cleaning of Phylon. Maintenance of the outsole: The outsole is the part of the shoe that wears out the fastest, so proper maintenance of the outsole can greatly extend the service life of the sneakers. Foreign objects such as pebbles embedded in the sole must be cleaned up in time to avoid damage to the outsole after long-term wearing. For cleaning, use a toothpick to remove embedded foreign matter. The cleaning of the entire outsole of sneakers can be done with a toothbrush and water. Finally, there are some tips for shoe wearers on the maintenance of sneakers. First, try not to wear shoes to play when the weather is bad. If the sneakers are stained with rain, wipe them clean in time. Try not to wear patent leather sneakers in winter or snowy days. Furthermore, it is best to Don't play on asphalt to extend the life of your outsole. Sneaker maintenance is like a friend. If you take good care of him, he will do his best to protect your safety on the basketball court.