Whether you love them or hate them, you might find Crocs creeping into your closet. These unique shoes look like a clog but are surprisingly comfortable. Created with a specialized rubber material, Crocs require a bit of TLC when it comes to cleaning. Learn how to quickly and easily clean Cross of all types, from standard to leather. Find out why you shouldn't put them in the dishwasher.
Croc Cleaning Supplies
Before you get to cleaning, you need to grab a few supplies. Crocs typically only need a gentle cleanser and a bit of elbow grease to get them looking as good as new. Supplies you'll need to grab for these methods include:
- Dish soap (Blue Dawn works well)
- Laundry soap
- Soft brush
- Cloth
- Baking soda ( also useful for cleaning Birkenstocks)
- Leather cream
- Leather protector
Remember, before you get started cleaning, you'll want to remove any Croc Jibbitz you have.
How to Handwash Dirty Crocs
According to Crocs.com, the recommended mode of cleaning standard Crocs made of Croslite material is a good ole' hand washing.
- Wet down the Crocs thoroughly. It works nicely to fill a sink with cold water.
- Wet a cloth and add a few drops of dish soap.
- Work the dish soap into the cloth.
- Rub the Crocs in a circular motion.
- For tough stains, grab the scrub brush and scrub.
- Rinse in cold water.
- Allow to air dry.
Easy Way to Clean Canvas Crocs
Do you have a pair of canvas Crocs that are just your fav? Well, it's super easy to clean canvas shoes. Grab a bit of dish soap and a cloth.
- Use the soft brush to brush away as much dirt and debris as possible.
- Wet a cloth in warm water and dish soap.
- Wring it out well.
- Wipe down the canvas thoroughly.
- For stained areas, wet down the toothbrush with soapy water and scrub.
- Allow to air dry.
How to Clean Fuzzy Crocs
You might be wondering how to clean those fur-lined Crocs. The process is pretty similar to how you clean standard crocs. You just want to make sure you clean out that lining, too.
- Wet down your Crocs inside and out with cold water.
- Mix 2 cups of cold water with a few tablespoons of laundry detergent.
- Pour it over the Crocs in a sink or tub.
- Use the scrub brush to clean the outside and inside of the Crocs. Pay special attention to the lining.
- Rinse thoroughly and allow to air dry in a shady area.
Get Leather Crocs Clean
Leather takes special care in any product. This is also true of your leather Crocs. Make sure to be gentle when cleaning them.
- For lightly dirty Crocs, wet down a rag and wring it out well.
- Wipe down the Crocs.
- For dirty Crocs, you can also use a leather shoe cream.
- Follow the directions when using this cream.
- As an optional step, you can spray them down with a water-repellant leather protector.
How to Clean White Crocs
You shouldn't clean white Crocs with bleach. This chemical can be too harsh for your Crocs. Instead, if you want to get white Crocs clean, you can reach for the baking soda.
- Wet down your Crocs.
- Scrub them with dish soap and a soft brush.
- If you still have stains, wet down a cloth and dip it in a bit of baking soda.
- Scrub at the stains with the baking soda in circular motions.
- Rinse and dry.
How to Remove Smells From Crocs
Are you still dealing with odors after cleaning your Crocs? Then it's time to pull out the baking soda.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda into a plastic bag.
- Add your Crocs.
- Put the plastic bag in the freezer overnight.
- Pull them out and shake off any baking soda.
How to Clean Your Jibbitz
With Crocs all clean and sparkling fresh, you don't want to throw dirty old charms in them. So you need to clean your Jibbitz too.
- Create a mixture of dish soap and warm water.
- Let your Jibbitz soak for 5 or so minutes.
- Use a soft scrub brush or old toothbrush to remove any debris.
- Rinse and air dry.
Can You Put Crocs in the Washer?
While Crocs recommends handwashing your Crocs, you can put the Croslite and canvas styles in the washer. Use cold water to wash them and the delicate cycle on your washer. Only use washing detergent, no bleach or other harsh chemicals.
Things to Avoid When Washing Crocs
You don't want to wreck your Crocs when cleaning them, so there are a few things you should avoid, according to Crocs.
- Do not put your Crocs in the dishwasher; heat can shrink them.
- Do not wash Crocs in hot water in the washing machine.
- Avoid drying Crocs in direct sunlight
- Don't use harsh chemicals when cleaning Crocs.
How to Clean Crocs With Ease
When it comes to cleaning your Crocs, a good scrubbing will do it most of the time. Many stains and dirt marks will easily lift with a bit of elbow grease. However, you have to use a bit more care when cleaning leather Crocs. Now that you know, your Crocs will be to the belle of the ball. You can put these methods to good use when cleaning other rubber shoes, as well.
