5 Essential Sneaker Care Tips That Everyone Should Know

A rookie or a veteran in the sneaker game, at Crep we believe that everyone should be giving their sneakers some welldeserved care. Rather than splurging the pounds on a new pair of kicks, why not try something a little bit more budgetfriendly and invest in an effective sneaker care routine?

If you have no idea where to start, youre in the right place and were going to take you through our top 5 sneaker care tips, so youll never be out of pocket again.

1. Give your sneakers a weekly clean

Thats why a weekly clean is so important, especially if you wear your kicks daily. Not only will cleaning your favourite sneakers increase their longevity, but the right care will reduce yellowing, cracking, and discolouration over time. If you have no idea where to start in the cleaning process, put your trust in our hands as we offer the ultimate care package to keep your grails clean. Take that leap, invest in our Crep Protect Cure Kit, and youll never look back.

The Crep Protect Cure kit includes our powerpacked Cleaning Solution, Microfibre towel, and Premium Cleaning Brush, all the essentials you need to keep your sneakers looking on point.

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2. Dont neglect the laces

Now this isnt always the most obvious tip for some of the most seasoned sneakerheads out there, but proper care of your laces goes a long way. If you notice that your laces are becoming a little duller in appearance due to the collection of dirt and dust, then this certainly is your cue to bring them back to life.

As the saying goes, a happy lace is a happy life (well, kind of) and a quick dip of the lace into the Crep Protect Cure solution wont hurt anyone. Before cleaning your laces make sure you remove them from your sneakers, so youre able to reach any of those nooks and crannies that you wouldnt be able to reach when laced into your sneakers. Mix some water in the solution and use your hands to remove any stubborn dirt and this should make your laces look as good as new.

To avoid this from happening in the future, invest in some of our Crep Protect PreTreated Laces so youll never have to worry about any dirt or spills ever ruining your laces again.

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3. Wipe on the go

We all know the saying that prevention is better than cure and for your sneakers and wallet's sake you better look after those £200 pair of Jordans on your feet from the start. For every small stain and dirt that appears on your sneakers give em a wipe, stepped in a muddy puddle? Give em a wipe or if you see the tiniest spec of dust give em a wipe.

A daily wipeover is essential for your sneakers as this will make your longer cleans easier to tackle, plus you dont want to be called out for your dustylooking creps. A clean slate starts with your sneakers and weve got some of the best cleaning wipes on the market.

Gentle on your sneakers but tough of stains, our Wipes are dualsided, packing in all the effective cleaning ingredients from our Cure solution to deliver an effective sneaker clean. The textured side of the wipe effectively tackles midsoles and outsole dirt, while the smoother side is ideal for your uppers.

4. Invest in some Protective Spray

Although sneaker repellent spray is the holy grail of many sneaker enthusiasts, the hype of receiving new kicks may override the fact that they need to be protected before you wear them. Using protective spray is the best way to set the foundation for longlasting kicks, as it reduces the chance of water damage or any dirt infiltrating your sneakers.

We suggest using our signature Crep Protect Spray which is specially designed with Nanotechnology and forms an invisible, hydrophobic barrier over your kicks for 2 weeks of longlasting protection.

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5. Suede & nubuck sneakers need lovin too

Had enough of those pesky scuffs? Weve all been there where one minute your suede and nubuck shoes are glistening like the night and then you blink and there beholds that little scratch that you have no idea to get rid of.

While soapy solutions may leave your suede and nubuck oversaturated with water and at risk of colour bleeding, weve got the perfect drycleaning solution for your sneakers so your unwanted scuffs remain a thing of the past. For efficient buffing and cleansing of your suede and nubuck sneakers, give our Crep Protect Eraser a go.

Simply rub the eraser into the affected areas and see the marks vanish before your eyes. Store the pocketsized eraser in its original tin after use so it can be used whenever you need it most.

Now take a look at our 5 Common Sneakers Care Mistakes You Should Avoid