Sole Wash, established in 2020 in Washington, D.C., is a sneaker laundry dedicated to reviving, restoring, and recycling sneakers. This business offers a creative way to dispose of unwanted shoes, helping address environmental injustice in inner-city communities. Customers appreciate the service for cleaning and restoring their favorite sneakers, finding it a cost-effective alternative to buying new ones. Many also value the option to donate shoes for those in need. While some have experienced longer turnaround times due to issues like recent flooding, the quality of the cleaning and the warm, friendly service provided by the owner have left customers satisfied and eager to return. The owner is very responsive to customer inquiries, and first-time customers often receive a nice discount. Parking can be tight on Pennsylvania Ave SE, but nearby options include parking around the corner or near Trader Joes, where parking can be validated. The attention to detail in sneaker care is unmatched, with customers noting that shoes look brand new after cleaning. Sole Wash stands out as a reliable and friendly choice for sneaker care.
I brought 2 pair of shoes one stained with coffee and another with brown sauce with different fabrics and they looked brand new. I’ll definitely return.
July 2026
i highly recommend Nichole and her business Sole Wash! She does excellent work and not to mention shes affordable. She professional and easy to work with. 10/10 no complaints will definitely be back!
June 2026
Great service and excellent results! My tennis shoes came back looking fresh and clean. The process was easy, professional, and well worth it. I’ll definitely be using them again and highly recommend their shoe cleaning service.
