Air Jordan Essential Cleaning and Care Techniques to Keep Your Kicks In Top Shape You just invested $200 or more on a pair of Air Jordans — so the last thing you expect is for them to appear trashed after a couple of weeks of wear. Proper maintenance and cleaning is what divides the person whose Air Jordans still appear pristine after six months from the person whose shoes seem like they survived a natural disaster. The bright side is that preserving your Air Jordans doesn't call for pricey equipment or expert help; it just demands consistency and the right method for each fabric type. In this article, we'll explain specifically how to maintain each type of Air Jordan — leather, suede, nubuck, mesh, patent leather — and how to store them so they stay in top condition for years. These tips are drawn from years of experimentation, exchanges with sneaker restoration professionals, and the shared knowledge of sneaker groups around the globe. Apply these tips, and your pairs will seem just unboxed long after the day you bought them. Required Cleaning Tools Before touching your Jordans with any product, let's cover the products that truly deliver results. A high-quality shoe cleaning solution like Jason Markk or Reshoevn8r is well worth the $15 to $18 cost because these solutions extract dirt without harming surfaces or dissolving glue. You'll benefit from at least two cleaning brushes: a gentle brush for sensitive surfaces and uppers, and a medium-bristle brush for soles where …
