Washing Hey Dude shoes with these two methods.
With the warmer months just around the corner, now’s the time to start getting your Hey Dudes ready for the beach or any other outdoor activities you have planned.
To keep them looking as fresh as they did when you first bought them, you’ll need to wash them properly! Read on to learn how to wash your Hey Dudes shoes so they’ll be ready when you need them!
To wash Hey Dudes shoes,
Simply spot clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent, then air dry completely before wearing again. For heavy dirt or stains, submerge shoes in warm water and mild detergent, then air dry.
You have two options to clean your ‘hey dude’ shoes – by washing machine or by hand. Both methods are simple and straightforward.
The washing machine method is easy, just remove the laces and put the shoes on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, and air dry after. Hand cleaning may take more time and effort, but can be effective by brushing off any debris and using a damp cloth with mild detergent to scrub away dirt and stains.
Method 1: Wash Hey Dudes shoes with a Washing machine
There’s nothing worse than walking around with dirty shoes. They can get grimy, smelly, and downright nasty if you don’t take good care of them. There are two ways to wash dirty and grimy shoes.
One is by washing machine, the other is by hand. You can follow some general steps below to wash your dirty Hey Dudes shoes that will help keep your shoes looking their best. Here’s how:
Step 1: Remove shoe laces and insoles
Before putting it in the washing machine, make sure your shoelaces are out of their holes. They will get tangled up in everything when you clean. Hey Dude shoes are typically laced very tightly, and some people simply leave their laces.
The same goes for insoles. If there’s a tag or an extra fabric part on the front of your shoes, it needs to be removed before you start washing.
Warning: Machine washing your Hey Dude shoes will void the warranty and make them non-refundable.
Step 2: Use liquid detergent (Recommended)
Some shoe companies may recommend using a specific detergent to wash your shoes, but using liquid detergent can effectively clean and remove odours.
Simply place your shoes in a washing machine and add a small amount of liquid detergent. (Don’t worry! You can put your Hey Dudes shoes in the washing machine.)”
Tips: If your shoes are extremely dirty, soak them in a mixture of mild detergent and cold water.
Step 3: Wash the shoes
This is the core step in this guide! After putting your shoes in the machine and pouring liquid detergent, set the washing machine on a delicate cycle that only uses cold water.
Hot water is unnecessary, as Hey Dude shoes are made from 100% recycled fibre. Additionally, use the power wash setting on the spin cycle. This will help to remove any dirt and stains caused by sweat or other accidents.
Step 4: Air-Dry your shoes
Finally, take the shoes out of the machine and keep them at room temperature and let them dry in the open air.
Allow them to air-dry rather than expose them to heat or direct sunlight to extend their lifespan and prevent fabric damage.
Method 2: Clean Hey Dude shoes by hand
Assuming you don’t have a machine to clean your Hey Dudes shoe shoes, you can still clean them just with your hands. here are some tips on how you can clean your shoes without a washing machine:
- First, remove the laces and insoles from your shoes. This will make it easier to access the entire shoe and clean it more thoroughly.
- Mix a small amount of liquid detergent like dish soap with cold water and soak your shoes in it.
- Scrub the shoe using a soft brush or cloth to remove any dirt or debris from the shoe’s surface.
- Once the shoes are clean, rinse them off with clean water to remove any soap residue.
- Finally, allow the shoes to air dry completely before wearing them again.
I hope this helped you. Let me know in the comment box!
How do you wash shoe insoles?
‘Hey Dude’ Insoles are easy to wash! Just remove them from your shoes and wash them with soap and water. Let them air dry before putting them back in.
Here is the step-by-step guide:
- Take the insoles out of the shoes.
- Soak the Hey Dude insoles in cold water for a few minutes.
- Wash the insoles on a gentle cycle in cool water.
- Allow the insoles to dry naturally.
- When the shoes are completely dry, replace the insoles.
F.A.Q.s
Q. How often should I clean my Hey Dude shoes?
Sounds funny, doesn’t it? But I got a lot of questions about how often to wash Hey Dudes shoes!
It can be a little confusing trying to figure out the best way to clean and care for your shoes. Here are a few tips to help you out:
☞ If you wear your Hey Dudes shoes every day, I recommend washing them at least once a week. This will help keep them looking fresh and new.
☞ If you only wear your Hey Dudes shoes occasionally, you can probably get away with washing them every other week or so.
However, the bottom line is that whenever your shoes look dirty and smell musty, you need to wash your shoes.
Q. How to Dry Hey Dudes fast after washing?
Imagine it’s raining, you’re in a rush, and you step into a puddle. Or you just washed your shoes, and suddenly the phone is ringing; you have to go outside.
But you don’t have time to wait for them to dry. Here’s how to dry your “hey dudes” shoes fast:
✔ Remove the laces and insole. This will help your shoes dry faster and will also prevent the laces from getting mouldy.
✔ Stuff your shoes with newspaper. This will help absorb the moisture from your shoes.
✔ Set your shoes in front of a fan. The fan will help circulate air and dry your shoes faster.
✔ Place your shoes in the sun. This is the quickest way to dry your shoes, but be careful not to place them in direct sunlight or they may fade.
✔ Use a hairdryer. This is a good option if you’re in a hurry and don’t have access to a fan or the sun.

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