Whats the best way to clean mud off satin shoes?
First, do not use hot water. Let the shoes dry completely. You might want to leave the shoes in a warm location, but not near direct heat under a radiator or on a heater. This may take at least 24 hours or more. Once the shoes are completely dry, place the shoes on top of several layers of newspapers and softly brush the dried mud off which should be crumbly, using a cloth and an old toothbrush if necessary. Take your time and brush/wipe off gingerly so that you do not tear the fabric. Assess the damage and if necessary, wipe off the dirt on the shoes with an old, slightly damp wash cloth that has a bit of dish detergent. Then let the shoes dry completely again. Unless the shoes are a light color or you had very bad incident, there is a good chance your shoes can be worn again. If not, if you invested a lot in the purchase of the shoes, take the cleaned shoes to a cobber/shoe repair shop and see if the shoes can be dyed a darker color. Don’t be discouraged of one shoe repair man declin
