Cleaning and caring for trainers: Keep your shoes looking like new

Why is it important to look after your trainers?

Sneakers, whether worn on a daily basis or for sporting activities, are often subjected to difficult conditions: dust, rain, mud, rubbing. Regular maintenance is therefore essential for several reasons:
- Prolonging their lifespan: Regular maintenance helps prevent damage caused by wear and tear and keeps your sneakers in good condition for longer.
- Preserve their appearance:Well-maintained trainers retain their original colour and shine, even after months of use.
- Maintain comfort: By cleaning your sneakers, you prevent the build-up of dirt that can affect the comfort of your feet. What's more, proper care keeps the materials supple, especially for leather sneakers.

Key steps for cleaning and caring for your sneakers at TILLI

At TILLI, we offer a complete service for cleaning and maintaining your trainers. Our Makers take care of every detail, using techniques adapted to the materials of your shoes.

Exterior cleaning: leather, canvas and technical materials
Exterior cleaning is the first step in restoring the shine to your sneakers. Depending on the material, our Makers use specific products to remove dirt without damaging the surfaces:
- For leather trainers: We use gentle, nourishing cleaning products that remove dirt while moisturising the leather to prevent it from drying out or cracking.
- For canvas sneakers: We use products adapted to canvas, which remove stains and revive colours without discolouring the fabric.
- For technical materials: Sneakers made of technical materials, often used for sports, require special cleaning to preserve their breathable and waterproof properties.

Cleaning the soles
The soles are often the dirtiest parts of trainers. Our Makers carefully clean the outsoles to remove mud, stones and other debris that can get lodged in them. If the soles are yellowed or dulled, a special treatment can be applied to restore their shine.
Example: A pair of white trainers with yellowed soles can be restored to their original whiteness by deep cleaning, without altering the material.

Lace cleaning
Laces also accumulate dirt and need to be cleaned or replaced if necessary. At TILLI, we offer separate lace cleaning to ensure the laces are returned to their original colour. If the laces are too damaged, we can advise on replacement with laces to match your sneakers.

Material care and protection
After cleaning, it's essential to protect your sneakers to keep them in good condition for longer. Our Makers apply protective products adapted to each type of material to prevent wear and stains.
- Moisturising leather: For leather trainers, we apply a nourishing balm that moisturises and protects the leather from cracking.
- Waterproofing canvas and technical sneakers: We apply waterproofing sprays to protect your sneakers from water and stains, while preserving their breathability.

Advice from TILLI artisans on how to look after your sneakers at home

Although we recommend that you leave your sneakers to the professionals for complete maintenance, here are a few tips on how to keep them in good condition every day:

Clean your trainers regularly.
Wipe your trainers after each use with a damp cloth to prevent dirt from building up and becoming difficult to remove. This will keep them clean for longer between professional cleanings.

Waterproof your sneakers
For canvas or leather sneakers, regularly apply a waterproofing spray to protect them from moisture and stains. This will extend their lifespan, especially if you wear them outside a lot.

Store your trainers properly
When you're not wearing your trainers, store them in a dry place away from direct sunlight. This will prevent the materials from fading or warping over time.

The cleaning and maintenance process at TILLI

There are three steps to trainer cleaning at TILLI:

1. Personalised diagnosis
Our Makers start by assessing the general condition of your sneakers. They identify the areas to be treated, whether stains, signs of wear or weakened materials. This stage determines the care required for each pair.

<2. Made-to-measure cleaning
We clean your trainers using products specific to each material, to ensure optimal results without the risk of damaging your shoes.

3. Finishing and protection
After cleaning, we apply protective products to prolong the effect of the treatment and prevent your sneakers from being damaged again too quickly. This may include waterproofing, moisturising the leather or treating the soles.

The advantages of entrusting your trainers to TILLI artisans

When you choose TILLI to clean and care for your trainers, you benefit from a number of advantages:

- Skilled craftsmanship:Our Makers specialise in shoe care, and particularly trainer cleaning, with attention to every detail.
- The right products:We use professional products that respect the materials of your sneakers while guaranteeing effective, long-lasting cleaning.
- An eco-responsible approach: By regularly maintaining your sneakers, you extend their lifespan, reducing your shoe consumption and limiting waste.

Cleaning and caring for trainers is essential to maintain their appearance and comfort. At TILLI, our specialist artisans offer a complete cleaning and protection service to keep your sneakers in top condition, even after many years of use. Give your sneakers a new lease of life by entrusting them to TILLI, and benefit from a tailor-made professional service.