How to Remove Gum From Sole Of Shoe
15 February 2022
How do you remove gum? Well, chewing gum is your shoe’s worst nightmare! We’ve all been there. You’re walking down the streets in your brand new shoes, you’re feeling great! What could possibly go wrong you wonder. You take one step and tragedy strikes. Next thing you know, your brand new kicks have ended up in a sticky mess. It’s the dreaded gum wedged into the soles of your shoes. Now what?
Don’t worry. This simple guide will help you to solve this infuriating dilemma step by step- you’ll never have to dread this moment again. It’s easy when you know how. So follow this handy guide on how to remove gum with the help of WD-40 and save the soles on your best pair of shoes.
Things you will need
Step 1
Lets get started!
Firstly, take your shoe, nail polish remover and kitchen towels. Carefully, pour a small amount of nail polish remover onto the gum. Be mindful to only put this product on the sole of the shoe- on the affected area. Avoid using on any fabric material, just to prevent possible damage. If you’re doing this step indoors, it’s recommended to open a window, simply to ensure the room is well ventilated to avoid inhaling the solvents. It’s also important to check with your shoe manufacturer first before using acetone, as not all shoes are the same.
Allow 5 minutes for the polish to dissolve before wiping away with a kitchen towel.
Step 2
WD-40 to the rescue
Now, take your trusty can of WD-40 Multi-Use Product Smart Straw. For extra precision when spraying the formula onto the sole of your shoe, use the Smart Straw applicator to ensure that you only apply WD-40 to the chewing gum. It’s important not to apply this product onto any other area of your shoe, especially fabric, because WD-40 may leave oil stains on fabric. It’s best to avoid spraying on any other areas that may be susceptible to staining.
Step 3
Wipe away
After application, grab a clean cloth or rag and wipe away the product. You may find that you want to apply some more product onto the area, just to ensure all the gum has been removed. If this is the case, simply repeat step two and step three until satisfied.
Step 4
The final step
Ensure all product has been removed from the sole of your shoe before use- to avoid any slipping hazards. After wiping off the excess WD-40, take another clean rag, soak it in water, and give the sole of your shoe a good scrub. Once you’ve done this, allow it to air dry, and then you should be good to go.
You're good to go!
It's as simple as that. Now you can enjoy wearing your favourite pair of shoes without the worry of getting into any more sticky situations- now that you know how to fix this!
If you found this guide useful, why not check out our other blogs and discover more of the ways that WD-40 can help you in your daily life: How To Remove Silicone Sealants and How To Maintain Silver Jewellery
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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