Ugg boots or “Uggs” as they have been nicknamed, have become stylish footwear in recent years.
They are made of sheepskin and are quite comfortable.
However, they can easily get scuffed up and sometimes have an odor inside.
Even worse, if they get any type of oil spilled on them, they quickly lose their appeal.
If you are in this situation with your Uggs, look no further.
We researched and found how to remove oil stains from Ugg boots and clean them from other stains and scuffs.
Read on for more information on what you’ll need and how to remove the stains on your own.
What You’ll Need
In this section, we discuss everything you’ll need to remove oil stains from your Uggs.
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Toothbrush
- Gentle/Non-Whitening Detergent
- Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
- Protective Spray
Vacuum Cleaner
The first item you need is a vacuum cleaner to clean any rocks, sand, or grit off the shoe.
Make sure that you use a vacuum that has a slender hose attachment.
It will be used to clean both the exterior and interior of the Uggs.
Toothbrush
Next, you will need a clean toothbrush.
This is not a necessity but nice to have.
It will be used to scrub hard to reach spots along the base of the Uggs.
Gentle/Non-Whitening Detergent
Make sure that you have a mild and non-whitening detergent.
If you don’t have any handy, Woolite works well for this process.
Wash Cloth
If you can get your hands on a good microfiber cleaning cloth, they will work best.
I really like these that I found on Amazon.
Drying Cloths
You can use the microfiber cleaning cloth to dry as well.
You’ll need several per Ugg.
Protective Spray
The final item you’ll need is some type of water-repellent, protective spray.
You will apply this after removing the stains to extend the life of the Uggs.
If you have some type of protective spray, use it.
I really like this one that I found on Amazon.
And that’s it!
These items are all you will need to make your pair of Uggs look brand new.
Now that you have all the items to remove grease and oil stains from ugg boots let’s take a deeper dive into step-by-step instructions on how to do it.
Here, we will go over in detail everything you’ll need to do to remove oil stains and other stains for that matter, from your Ugg boots.
It’s not a hard process once you have read through it and given it a shot yourself.
1. Vacuum Out Any Sand Or Grit
Start by placing your Uggs in the sink or bathtub.
Next, using your hose attachment on your vacuum, suck out any sand or grit inside the Uggs.
Pro Tip:
Ensure that you reach down to the toe area to remove all traces of dirt.
This will help later in the process.
2. Rinse With Clean Water
Using the nozzle on your sink, run a light layer of warm water over the outside of the Uggs.
Don’t soak them, but it won’t harm them to get a light layer of water poured over the material.
Pro Tip:
If you are cleaning multiple pairs of Ugg boots, NEVER clean them in the same water or even the same sink or tub until you have thoroughly washed the area between cleanings.
The dye on the boots will run off into the water and change the next set of Uggs if not cleaned.
Run a few inches of warm water into your sink or tub and add a tablespoon of Woolite.
If you don’t have Woolite or just want to use something else, you can use any type of sheepskin shampoo or a gentle non-whitening shampoo.
3. Wipe Surface And Inside Of Ugg
Put one hand inside the Ugg boot to control it.
Grab your clean microfiber washcloth with the other, and gently wipe the surface of your boot.
Make sure you cover the whole outer covering of the boot.
Don’t scrub the boot.
The sheepskin finish is similar to suede, and if you scrub them, it can damage the surface finish.
Just gently wipe along the seam of the boot.
If you are using a toothbrush, now is the time to wipe along the base of the sole.
If not, it’s not a problem, as you can use your washcloth just as easy.
Use your hands to shampoo the wool liner on the inside.
This will eliminate any smells that are less than desirable as well as clean and whiten the wool.
4. Thoroughly Rinse The Boot
Next, using warm water, rinse both the interior and exterior of the boot.
Make sure to remove all of the shampoo from both areas.
5. Dry With Towels
To dry the boots, stuff several clean and dry towels from the toe to the top.
Place the boots close to something that provides heat, NOT ON TOP of the heat as that will shrink and change the form of the Uggs.
Change out the towels for dry ones every couple of hours until the Uggs are completely dry.
Congrats!
You have successfully removed stains from your ugg boots.
If you’re struggling to see how this can be done, check out this video to see it in action.
Questions About How To Remove Oil Stains From Ugg Boots
Can I really wash my Uggs in water?
Yes, you can.
Just know that when you do wash them, the color will change slightly.
Other than the color changing, there are no other problems that come from washing them.
Given how clean they get by washing them, it’s an easy decision to go ahead and do it.
How often can I clean my Uggs this way?
You can use this process as often as necessary.
Since this process does not hurt the boot, you can clean them as often as you want to.
Can I put my Uggs in the washer?
You can wash Uggs in a front-loading washer.
NEVER put Uggs in a top-loading washer because the center agitator will shred the boots.
The tumbling action in a front-loading washer is gentle enough for the Uggs to handle while getting them extra clean.
Conclusion
We hope you have enjoyed learning how to remove oil stains from Uggs.
This process can keep the stains off of your boots.
It’s not hard, nor does it take a lot of time, and following the steps above will allow you to keep spotless Uggs year-round.
