How to clean sandals' footbed

Step 1 | Know your materials

First things first – what are we working with? At Wolky, we use only high-quality materials like suede, cork, leather, and memory foam. That’s part of what makes our sandals feel like walking on clouds (not kidding – it’s kind of our thing). But different materials need a little different love.

Before you start scrubbing, check what your footbed is made of. Most of our footbeds feature a layer of leather. But the odd one out has a suede layer. You can check the materials in the ‘product specification description’ on the right side of the product page.

Super easy if you wear Wolky sandals: most of our sandals feature a removable insole. That means you can take them out and clean them properly – no acrobatics required.

Step 2: Dry brushing

If your sandals just need a quick refresh:

• Grab a soft-bristle brush (a toothbrush works like a charm).
• Gently brush away dust, dirt, and loose debris.
• Done in under 2 minutes. Boom. Fresh(er) already.

Step 3: Deep clean

If your sandals are starting to develop a relationship with your feet that’s a bit too… aromatic, try this:

For suede or leather footbeds:

• Mix a little mild soap (like dish soap or gentle laundry detergent) with lukewarm water.
• Dampen a cloth or sponge – not soaking wet, just damp.
• Gently wipe the footbed in circular motions.
• Wipe again with a clean damp cloth to remove soap residue.
• Let them air dry – away from direct sunlight or heat. (No hair dryers, please!)

Bonus tip: Sprinkle a bit of baking soda on the footbed once dry and leave it overnight to deodorize. Brush off in the morning. Voilà – freshness restored!

Step 4: Keep it fresh

Easy, peezy, wasn’t it? Now that your sandals are clean, here are a few quick tips to keep them that way:

• Let them air out between wears (especially easy with Wolky’s removable footbeds!)
• Store them in a cool, dry place.
• Use cedar shoe inserts or pouches with baking soda when storing.