How to Clean Hoka Shoe
Published: Feb 27, 2025 ⊜References
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- Wash the laces and insoles separately from the shoes, using a soft-bristled toothbrush to scrub away dirt from the HOKA.
- Mix 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of mild detergent, dip a microfiber towel into the mixture, and clean your shoes.
- Once clean, let them air dry away from sunlight. Place newspaper inside the shoes to speed up the drying process.
How to clean HOKA shoe
Professional Tip: Put the ribbons in socks or small mesh laundry bags to prevent them from getting lost in the washing machine.
3. Rinse loose dirt from the shoe with a brush. If your Hokas are heavily soiled, tap the soles against a wall outside your home a few times to remove any remaining dirt and grime. Use a soft bristle brush or microfiber towel to remove any remaining dust and grime. Let the shoes dry completely before cleaning to remove any recent mud.
- Use a brush to remove any dirt or mud stains that have built up on them, using a quick, circular motion.
5. Remove the soap residue with a clean towel.
If you are sure the shoes are clean, soak a clean towel in clean water, and squeeze out the excess water from the towel. Then wipe off the remaining solution from your shoes. Then use a dry towel to wipe off the excess water from the shoes.
- If you are not satisfied with the cleanliness, repeat this process a few times.
6. Let your shoes air dry, away from direct sunlight.
Excessive heat from the sun will damage the material of your shoes, distort the shape of the shoe, which can shorten the life of the shoe and make it look worn. So let it dry in a place with light sunlight and adequate ventilation. And stuff the inside of the shoe with newspaper to keep the shape of the shoe.
- Never put your shoes in a blow dryer or direct heat and sunlight to speed up the drying process. This damages the glue used in the shoe.
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Professional tip: If a shoe is left wet for a long time, odor-causing bacteria can grow inside it. To prevent odor, mix dryer sheets or a light dusting of baking soda with newspaper.
References
- Hoka Help Center
- Reddit Discussion on Cleaning Hokas
- Hoka Cleaning and Care Guide
- The Spruce: How to Clean Hoka Shoes
- YouTube Guide: Cleaning Hoka Shoes
- Instagram Reel: Cleaning Hokas
- TikTok: Hoka Cleaning Tips
- Hoka Customer Service
- YouTube: Another Hoka Cleaning Guide
- WikiHow: How to Wash Hoka Shoes
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About This Article
Co-authored by:
Rio Jongsae Kim
Designer Shoe & Bag Care Specialist
Rio Jongsae Kim is a Designer Shoe and Bag Repair Specialist and the Owner of Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With over 40 years of experience, Rio and Kim’s Shoe & Bag Repair specialize in the repair and reconstruction of leather and luxury goods including shoes, handbags, and accessories. Rio’s experience and dedication to quality repair and restoration have led to his work being featured on Yahoo, Insider, and MSN.
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Updated: February 25, 2025