How to Clean Nike Air Max 270 React (Make Them NEW) -

Are your Nike Air Max 270 Reacts looking worse for wear? Even with the best efforts, sneakers get dirty. The good thing is that with just an old toothbrush, a few household cleaning products and some elbow grease you can easily clean them yourself.

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How to clean Nike Air Max 270 Reacts

Using a wet toothbrush, gently agitate the surface of the shoe or dirty areas. In a small tub, create a soapy solution of dish soap and water and submerge yours (if especially dirty). Scrub thoroughly and rinse until clean.

Nike Air Max 270 Reacts cleaning tips

To clean Nike Air Max 270 Reacts, use an old toothbrush to gently clean the exterior of the shoe. Avoid harsh chemicals because they can damage the exterior.
Make sure to test any cleaning products on the different shoe materials. Chemicals can react differently to different surfaces (plastics, leather, etc).
Create a schedule to clean your Air Max 270’s frequently. Without a system in place, your kicks can become extremely dirty!

What You Need:

Small Tub
Old Toothbrush/A Soft Bristle Brush
Dawn Dish Soap
Microfiber Cloth

Step-by-step Nike Air Max 270 React cleaning guide

Take your shoes outside and knock them together to remove any loose dirt.
Remove the laces if needed and pull the tongue forward to prepare them for a deep cleaning.
Pour a small amount of water onto your old toothbrush and agitate the exterior of the shoe, working top to bottom.
Next, add one cup of water into your plastic tub along with a few drops of Dawn dish soap and mixt together. Using the toothbrush, cover the shoes in the soapy water liquid. Proceed to scrub the shoes in small circular motions, removing as much dirt and debris as possible.
Rinse the brush often for best results.
Once the dirt has been agitated with the toothbrush, use a damp microfiber towel to wipe away excess dirt and soap.
Once the shoe is clean, dry the shoes with a towel and leave them out to dry. Avoid direct sunlight as that can cause yellow spots to appear on the soles.

How to clean Nike Air Max 270 Reacts laces

If your laces are looking worse for wear, here is how you can clean your laces:

Here’s what you’ll need:

Dirty Laces
A Plastic Tub
Out White Bright

Cleaning laces is a simple process. Fill up a plastic tub with warm water and add a few drops of Dawn dish soap. Place the laces in the mixture and let them soak for 15 minutes.
After the laces have soaked, run the laces through your fingers to eliminate as much dirt as possible. Rinse them in clean water and if they appear clean, leave them to dry overnight
For VERY STAINED LACES, fill up a plastic tub with 10 cups of water. Add one cup of Out White Bright, place the dirty laces in the mixture and let them soak for 5 hours
1. Once they have soaked, rinse with clean water and your laces will be brand new again. If your laces are damaged beyond repair, you can always purchase new laces.

How to Clean Yellow Nike Air Max 270 React’s Soles

Maybe your kicks are clean, but the soles have turned yellow. This yellowing is oxidation, which is a reaction that occurs between the rubber and oxygen in the air. Thankfully, there are a few steps you can take. Checkout our in-depth guide here on how to clean yellow soles.

How to Clean & Prevent Yellow Stains On Air Max 270 Reacts

If you are looking for one of the most effective ways to clean yellow soles or stains, this method is one of the best we’ve found.

What You Will Need:

Baking Soda
White Vinegar
Soft Bristle Brush

Generally, older shoes will need this more than newer shoes, but it’s never too early to start. The more often you do it, the less chance oxidation will have to build up.

Mix equal parts of baking soda and white vinegar until a watery paste is formed in a small container.
Using a toothbrush, work the paste into the sole of the shoe in small circular motions.
After the entire shoe is covered in paste, allow it to sit for 10 minutes (this is where the magic happens).
Wipe the shoe clean with a damp microfiber cloth.

How To Deodorize Air Max 270 Reacts

If we are being honest, sometimes shoes start to stink! Here’s how to deodorize your shoes.

Option #1: Place a dryer sheet in each shoe, and let it sit for 24 hours. These dryer sheets will absorb any liquid that may be in the shoe, and help mask the overall odor. For the best result, do this multiple times within a few day period to eliminate as much stench as possible.

Option #2: Mix ¼ cup of baking powder, ¼ cup of baking powder, and ½ cup of cornstarch. Once the mixture is created, pour it into two cotton socks and place them in the shoes overnight. This will greatly improve the smell of your shoes.

How to keep your Air Max 270 Reacts clean

The last thing you want to do after cleaning your shoes is to do it again soon after.

Whether you’re rocking Air Max 270 Reacts or any other sneaker you care about, you should always use a spray sneaker protectant.

These sprays create a barrier that is difficult for stains to penetrate which keeps your shoes looking fresh. Once your shoes are clean, consider one of our favorite shoe protectants below to keep your shoes looking fresh for longer.