home care The Safe Way to Machine-Wash Sneakers Without Wrecking the Shoes or Washer
Most canvas, mesh, nylon, polyester, and some knit sneakers can be washed in a machine if you control agitation, water temperature, detergent, and drying. Leather, suede, dress shoes, cork footbeds, electronics, orthotics, and heat-sensitive insoles should stay out of the washer.