How to remove smell from sandals

How to stop my sandals from smelling

If your sandals smell, you should find an effective way to remove the nasty odour. However, the method of cleaning sandals will differ based on the material. Below, we’ve highlighted some examples of sandal materials with appropriate odour removal techniques:   

Foam sandals - Set your washing machine to a cold, delicate setting and wash your sandals in the washing machine with a small amount of detergent and one cup of white vinegar.   

Leather sandals - Assuming your sandals are clean but simply carry an unpleasant smell, place them in a bag, pour in a sprinkle of baking soda, seal the bag and leave it overnight. The following day, remove the sandals from the bag and use a dry cloth to remove any excess baking soda.   

Rubber sandals - Wash them in the washing machine by themselves on the coldest setting with a small amount of detergent.   

Wood sandals - Providing your sandals smell but don’t require a thorough clean, mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide together and scrub the entirety of each sandal using a toothbrush.   

Additionally, there are factors that you could consider to prevent your sandals from smelling. For example, as sweat is what causes the smell, try to dry your feet if you notice them sweating excessively, and check that your feet are thoroughly cleaned to avoid bacteria building on your sandals. You should also refrain from wearing your sandals all day, give them time to air out, clean them frequently and use a foot deodorant and odour removal smell as soon as you begin to experience a nasty smell.