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Best Way To Clean Blood Off Of Shoes

This is the best way to clean blood off of shoes. A hospice nurse showed us this blood cleaning hack.

Ingredients

  • 1 TBSP % hydrogen peroxide
  • 1 cup Cold water
  • 1 piece Clean cloth or cotton ball

Instructions

  • Preparation: If the blood is still wet, blot (do not rub) as much of it off with a clean cloth. If the blood has dried, scrape off any excess from the surface.
    Blood on shoes
  • Spot Test: Apply a small amount of hydrogen peroxide to a less visible area of the shoe to check for color fastness.
    A person putting a shoe on a tile floor.
  • Application: Dab a cloth or cotton ball in 3% hydrogen peroxide and gently pat it onto the stain. For textured surfaces like sneakers, you can use a soft brush to lightly apply the hydrogen peroxide.
    A person holding a paper towel dispenser.
  • Rinsing: Blot the area with a clean, damp cloth to remove the hydrogen peroxide and loosened blood. Repeat the application if necessary.
    A person putting a shoe on a tile floor.
  • Drying: Let the shoe air dry away from direct sunlight.
    A pair of white running shoes on a tile floor.