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Mags22 | 09:25 Thu 13th Jul 2023 | Home & Garden
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Managed to get some tar marks on the laces of brand new trainers,and a little bit on the front - any tips on how to remove them please?
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Try eucalyptus essential oil , seems to shift any oil based substance as it has a higher volatility apparently. Or if you use WD40 and it leaves an oil mark eucalyptus will break that down. Acetone would also work
11:28 Thu 13th Jul 2023
When it is hard scrape what you can off then try WD40
I'd replace the laces and try WD40 or Sticky Stuff Remover on the front.
Many manufacturers recognise that their trainers are machine washable and advise a cold wash on a gentle cycle (and to remove any insoles before washing).

Before it became common practice, I used to wash my trainers by first placing them within a pillowcase (tied up) – this might reduce the potential for damage to any delicate surfaces/materials making up the trainers.
Try eucalyptus essential oil , seems to shift any oil based substance as it has a higher volatility apparently. Or if you use WD40 and it leaves an oil mark eucalyptus will break that down. Acetone would also work
My childhood memories suggest that tar was rubbed with butter.
Petrol will get it off. You can use a bit on a rag to rub it off the front. Laces are a bit trickier...maybe soak them in petrol, then hang them up for a day or two (to let the petrol evaporate) and then wash. Just an idea!

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