- Do these bags actually protect the washing machine?
- They keep shoes contained so they cannot strike the drum or door glass directly. The padding absorbs some of the impact. They do not stop an unbalanced load, so wash one or two pairs at a time.
- Can I wash leather or suede shoes in them?
- No. Machine washing ruins leather and suede and can loosen glued soles. Use the bags for canvas, mesh, knit and synthetic sneakers only.
- Will my shoes come out dry?
- No. The bags only handle the wash. Shoes come out damp and need air drying, ideally stuffed with paper and away from direct heat.
- Should I remove laces and insoles first?
- Yes. Laces tangle and insoles can bunch up inside the bag. Wash them loose or by hand, and the shoes clean more evenly.
- How many shoes fit in one bag?
- One adult sneaker per bag is the safe fit, so a pair uses both bags. Kids' shoes can sometimes share a bag.
- Do the bags work in a front-loading machine?
- Yes, and they help most there, since a loose shoe can bang the drum. Keep the load balanced and use a normal or gentle cycle.
- Where is the Shoe Washing Bags cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $6.99, 59% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Shoe Washing Bags?
- Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Shoe Washing Bags?
- 9 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Michaels Stores, Overstock, Target, Walmart.