3 Steps to Clean Winter Boots Without Special Products

Remove salt stains with vinegar Mix equal parts white vinegar and water. Dab it on salt stains, let it fizz, then wipe clean. Salt will damage leather and fabric if left on over the summer.

Brush off mud only after it dries Let mud dry completely first. Then brush it off with a stiff brush—an old toothbrush works for crevices. Scrubbing wet mud pushes it deeper into the material.

Dry boots at room temperature Let boots dry fully at room temperature, not near a heater. If they are leather, apply a light conditioner afterward. Store them clean and dry to prevent crusty residue or stiff leather.