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How do I use Shoe Washing Bag?Updated 3 days ago

TL;DR: Place shoes in Shoe Washing Bag, zip fully and tuck the zip under the fabric flap if your bag has one, add a towel or wash with other darks to balance the drum, and run a delicate cycle at a maximum of 30 degrees with Sensitive Laundry Liquid or Sensitive Laundry Sheets. No bleach or fabric softener. Air-dry only. One pair fits per bag up to men's size 11; for larger or bulky shoes, use two bags.


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Koh Shoe Washing Bag
Koh Shoe Washing Bag in use

How do I use Shoe Washing Bag?

Check your shoes are machine-washable, pre-treat visible stains with Koh Stain Remover or Universal Cleaner, then place them in the bag and zip fully, tucking the zip under the fabric flap if your bag has one. Balance the drum with a towel or other darks, run a delicate cycle at a maximum of 30 degrees with Sensitive Laundry Liquid or Sensitive Laundry Sheets, no bleach or softener. Run a max spin to remove excess water, then air-dry the shoes and bag completely.

✓ Step by step

1

Check shoe care labels. Many sneakers and trainers are machine-washable, but some materials like leather or suede are not suitable.

2

Pre-treat visible marks. Knock off heavy soil, then treat any visible stains with Stain Remover or Universal Cleaner and let it sit a few minutes.

3

Bag and zip fully. Place shoes in Shoe Washing Bag, zip all the way, and tuck the zip under the fabric flap if your bag has one, so it stays secure.

4

Balance the drum. Wash with a towel, or in with other darks if it's a small separate load, so the machine stays balanced and quiet.

5

Delicate cycle, max 30 degrees. Wash with Sensitive Laundry Liquid or Sensitive Laundry Sheets. No bleach or fabric softener.

6

Max spin, then air-dry. The bag can hold water, so run a max spin to remove the excess, then air-dry both shoes and bag completely before storing.


Can I wash both shoes in one bag?

Yes. Shoe Washing Bag is sized to fit one pair up to men's size 11, so a standard pair washes together in a single bag. For shoes larger than men's size 11 or particularly bulky styles, use two bags with one shoe in each. Either way, balance the machine: two bags balance each other, or a single bag should go in with a towel or other darks if it's a small separate wash.

✓ One bag for a pair

The bag is sized to fit one pair up to men's size 11, so a standard pair of sneakers, trainers, canvas shoes, or kids' shoes washes together in a single bag.

One pair per bag Up to men's size 11

✓ Two bags for larger or bulky shoes

For shoes larger than men's size 11 or particularly bulky styles, use two bags with one shoe in each. Two bags also balance each other in the drum. A single bag should go in with a towel or other darks if it's a small separate wash.

Over men's size 11 Bulky styles Keep the drum balanced

How do I care for Shoe Washing Bag after a cycle?

After each cycle, unzip the bag and shake out trapped lint, then air-dry it completely before storing. If the bag is waterlogged, run an extra spin before hanging it to dry. Store it dry. Never tumble dry, bleach, use fabric softener, wash above 30 degrees, or iron. With proper care the bag is tested to last over 100 wash cycles.

✓ Good habits

Unzip and shake out trapped lint after each cycle. Air-dry the bag completely before storing. If it's still waterlogged, run an extra spin before hanging. Store dry in a cool cupboard. Tested to withstand over 100 wash cycles with proper care.

Air-dry fully Over 100 cycles

⚠ Avoid

No tumble-drying, shoes or bag. No bleach or fabric softener. No wash above 30 degrees. No ironing. Don't store the bag damp, since that leads to odour.

No tumble-dry No bleach No softener

Koh Sensitive Laundry Liquid

Sensitive Laundry Liquid

Gentle on shoe fabrics in a delicate cycle, with no fabric softener, so it's a good match for washing sneakers in the bag.

Koh Sensitive Laundry Sheets

Sensitive Laundry Sheets

Pre-measured and mess-free. Tear, toss into the drum, wash. A simple option for a small separate shoe load.

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Last reviewed: May 2026 · Koh Australia

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