5 Ways to Clean Flip Flops
Summer is here, which means it is time to put the tennis shoes in the closet and pull out the flip flopsĀ instead. Wearing flips flops is one of the best parts about warmer summer days, but how can you keepĀ them looking their best? Flip flops when worn daily can quickly turn dingy and dirty, but luckily there areĀ easy ways to clean them up fast. Take a look below at 5 ways to clean flip flops so you can enjoy themĀ looking their best all summer long!
1. Try magic erasers.
Magic erasers are gentle on flip flops and can help get off stubborn dirt, grime, and grease marks. UseĀ them with a little warm water all over the flip flops to clean away grime and rinse well with warm waterĀ when done. You will be amazed at the difference.
2. Toss them in the dishwasher.
Flip flops do really well when tossed in your dishwasher! Just place them on the rack and run the cycleĀ as usual. You donāt want to run them through the heated dry cycle however, since this can warp the flipĀ flops or even melt the plastic.
White vinegar does quite well at cleaning away grit and grime! Fill a sink with warm water and add 2Ā cups of white vinegar. Let the flip flops soak and if you wish you can gently scrub any stubborn dirtĀ away. White vinegar is powerful and wonāt cause damage. If you wish, you can even add a few drops ofĀ essential oils such as lemon or grapefruit to not only scent the water but add some extra grime fightingĀ power. You will be amazed at what just a few drops of these essential oils can do.
4. Add them to your washing machine cycle.
Did you know that you can toss flip flops directly into your washing machine? You can! Just give them aĀ rinse prior, toss them in, and let them wash with the rest of your clothing. Do not toss them in the dryerĀ but take them out and let them air dry instead. The heat from the dryer can warp the flip flops or evenĀ cause melting.
5. Try some Dawn dish soap.
Since flip flops are often covered in grit and grime, Dawn dish soap is perfect for getting them clean. TheĀ dish soap will cut through all of the dirt and grease and some warm water will wash it away and haveĀ them looking brand new! You can even allow them to soak in a sink of hot water and Dawn dish soap ifĀ you wish. This is a great idea if you have multiple pairs you wish to clean and want to get them all doneĀ at once.
Are you ready to get your flip flops looking clean and sparkling? Then give these 5 ways to clean flipĀ flops a try and you can enjoy the cleanest flip flops around.
If your flip flops are past help, that's when you should consider buying a new pair. There's really no need to pay full price for them if you have a little time to look up coupons and deals fromĀ online discount stores.
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I use Dawn Dish wash soap on my thongs and they really clean them up really good. I have never tried the dishwasher trick, but that sounds like a good way to get them really clean!
Thanks for sharing this I can clean my grandaughters now.
Theses flip flops look awesome
Definitely good tips. I like the idea of throwing them in the washing machine. thanks.
Great tips. I always cleaned them with Clorox wipes
The White cleaning vinegar mixed with baking soda will remove even the toughest grass stains from Flip Flops.
I have to fill my daughter in on throwing her flip flops in the wash. They definitely need it!
I am not much of a flip flop wearer but thanks for sharing your tips. My grand kids wear them all the time.
I swear by magic erasers for cleaning flipflops myself. As many pairs as I have I should try tossing them all in the dishwasher at the end of the summer before I pack them up.
Oh great ideas! I have a number of flip flops I want to try these suggestions and I’ll look a lot better wearing them!
Neat ideas! Usually my flip flops are worn out by the time they get dirty looking but i do have a white pair that could use a cleaning!
I didn’t know you could clean flip flops. This is very interesting. I usually just throw them away when they get to dirty.
We call them jandals in New Zealand š I never thought to just add them to the washing š Thank you for the tips.
We call them jandals in New Zealand š I never thought to just add them to the washing š Thank you for the tips.
Oh these are great tips, I will definitely clean mine for next summer.
Great ideas! I usually just throw them in the washer with towels and add laundry soap and 1/2 cup vinegar.
Good ideas! Thanks for sharing!
These are cool tips! I am going to try them
I never even thought about putting them in the dishwasher, this is great! Thanks!
These are great tips! I’m going to throw everyone’s in the dishwasher tonight!
I never thought about most of these ideas. Thanks for sharing. I will have to remember thee for future use.
These are great tips. Dawn dish soap is great for just about anything!
Never really thought about washing my flip flopss in my dishwasher before. Some really outside the box thinking. Thanks for posting.