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Mistakes to avoid when washing shoes: folk signs

Maryna Gramovych

Mistakes to avoid when washing shoes: folk signs
Mistakes to avoid when washing shoes. Source: Pexels.

In the realm of superstition and folklore, shoes occupy an important place, accompanied by numerous signs. Among these beliefs, special attention is paid to the procedure of washing shoes. UAportal has learned that two common mistakes are often made during this seemingly mundane task.

Washing someone else's shoes

Folklore says that it is very important to clean only your own shoes. Under no circumstances should you wash someone else's shoes, no matter how much they ask.

However, there is one exception to this rule. It is considered acceptable to wash your child's shoes by lending a helping hand to an adult relative who, due to physical limitations, cannot perform this task on their own.

Superficial rinsing of shoes in a puddle

It is forbidden to rinse shoes in a puddle. According to the signs, such an undertaking can bring illness to a person.

Therefore, to ensure your well-being, it is advisable to wait patiently for an opportunity to clean your shoes with a damp cloth. From a practical standpoint, trying to wash your shoes in dirty water is unlikely to yield satisfactory results.

We would like to remind you that the smell of worn-out shoes can be unpleasant and embarrassing. There are tried and tested methods to help reduce and remove odor from shoes.

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