stinky shoes - any ideas?

rach

i've just got 0out some shoes which i love but haven't worn for a while.... they can't be worn with socks and consequently they absolutely REEK!!! any suggestions as to how to get rid of / minimise the smell?! I'm totally paranoid that whenever i'm talking to someone they're silently thinking 'what's that awful smell'?

??? ::) ;D

Juicy_Tube

Sprinkle in some bicarb.
It really does work for shoes and trainers. ;D ;D

rach

thanks...will soda crystals work? haven't got any bicarb at the moment.

cathy_3

i doubt it

got any baking powder or white vinegar???

rach

just used the last of my baking powder...baking! will try spraying vinegar in - worked for my mildewey footie top the other week i suppose!

if not i'll splash out on some bicarb! cheers

Suzy_Babe

When you take the shoes off (& while they take a break before your next wearing!), leave peppermint tea bags in them.

beachbeth

When you take the shoes off (& while they take a break before your next wearing!), leave peppermint tea bags in them.

Yes, then you can use the teabags afterwards too! ;D

Careful_Shopper_3

Sprinkle the inside of offending footwear with bicarb of soda - leave overnight then hoover out.

Chriswil

Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a go. I managed to find a can of shoe freshener in our local Savers store for 49p. It actually smells quite nice, although you need to redo it every week or so.

Chris25

I think cat litter is supposed to do the trick also.
Just make sure you hide them from the cat! ;D

16011996

i use talc, cheap and works.