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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Amy Hunt

How to get mold off shoes – 5 easy options for canvas, leather, and other materials

Shoes organised onto square shelves.

Seeing mold on your favorite pair of heels or a much-loved pair of sneakers can feel like a tragedy there's no coming back from. But fear not, as moldy shoes certainly aren’t beyond saving, so long as they are dealt with properly and in a timely manner!

Mold or mildew usually occurs on shoes as a result of excess exposure to moisture – whether that because they haven’t dried properly and have then been stored away, or because they haven't experience enough ventilation.

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