How To Clean Yeezys Like a Pro

To clean Yeezys like a pro, match the method to the upper: knit Boost models (350, 380, 450) can be spot-cleaned or carefully cold-washed in a mesh bag, while slides, Foam Runners, and suede 500s should only be hand spot-cleaned. Mix a little liquid laundry detergent in warm (not hot) water, scrub gently with a soft toothbrush, wipe with a damp microfiber cloth, and air-dry at least 24 hours — never use a heated dryer. Skip bleach and soaking for foam and suede. Here is how to clean each style safely.

Match the method to your Yeezy style

• Knit Boost (350 / 380 / 450) — spot-clean first; cold gentle machine wash in a protective bag is optional for heavy soil.
• Slides and Foam Runners — Croslite-style foam absorbs water; hand wipe only. No machine, no soak baths, no dryer.
• Yeezy 500 (suede) — dry suede brush or eraser first; liquids sparingly. Never machine wash.
• Yeezy 700 — mostly hand spot-clean; remove laces; treat mesh and leather panels gently.
• White pairs — same methods, but test any vinegar mix on a hidden area; go easy so foam midsoles do not yellow.

How to clean Yeezy Slides, 500s, 700s, and Foam Runners

These are the delicate group. Slides and Foam Runners can warp if soaked or heated. Suede 500s are damaged by flooding with water.

1. Knock off dry dirt. Remove 700 laces if present.
2. For suede 500s: brush dry with a suede brush or eraser. Spot only stubborn marks with a barely damp cloth; finish with a suede protector when dry.
3. For slides / Foam Runners / most 700s: mix warm water with a drop of liquid laundry detergent until lightly sudsy.
4. Dab a soft toothbrush with detergent or a shoe cleaner; scrub stains in light circles. Let sit about 10 minutes on heavy spots.
5. Wipe with a microfiber cloth dipped in the sudsy water and wrung out well. Repeat only where grime remains.
6. Buff with a dry cloth so foam does not stay wet. Air-dry away from heaters and sun.

How to clean Yeezy 350s (and 380s / 450s)

Primeknit/Boost uppers tolerate a bit more than foam slides, but heat still ruins glue and Boost foam.

1. Remove laces; shake out debris.
2. Spot method (safest default): same sudsy water + soft brush as above; wipe and air-dry with paper stuffed lightly to hold shape.
3. Machine option (knit only, occasional): cold, gentle cycle; shoes in a mesh bag or pillowcase; mild detergent; no bleach. Wash alone or with towels. Air-dry 24+ hours — never the dryer.

White Yeezys

For white knit or rubber accents, a 1:2 white-vinegar-to-water wipe can help after detergent spotting. Test first. Avoid chlorine bleach — it weakens fibers and can yellow midsoles.

Drying and protection

• Air-dry at least a full day in shade; Boost and foam stay damp longer than they look.
• Never put Yeezys in a dryer or on a radiator.
• Once dry, a light water-repellent spray suited to the material (knit vs suede) helps between wears.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put Yeezys in the washing machine?
Only knit Boost styles, cold and gentle, in a bag — and not every wash. Slides, Foam Runners, and suede 500s: hand only.

How do I clean Yeezy midsoles?
Soft brush with mild detergent; a magic eraser on scuffs only after a hidden-spot test. Rinse wipe; air-dry.

Will vinegar damage them?
Diluted vinegar can help white pairs but is acidic — skip it on suede and always test first.

Final cautions

• No bleach on knit, foam, or suede
• No hot water or dryer heat
• No soaking slides or Foam Runners
• When unsure, spot-clean only

Keeping sneakers clean is DIY; keeping the rest of the home fresh is where we help. Pro Housekeepers’ regular cleaning and deep cleaning handle floors, dust, and entryways — see also our tip on cleaning white Vans for canvas pairs.