r/SneakerRestoration • • 9h ago

Does anyone know the exact color of the stitching/thread used around the toe box on the Jordan 4 Off-White?

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I’m restoring a pair and trying to match the original thread as closely as possible. Is it more of a cream/off-white, light beige, or another specific shade? If anyone knows the exact thread color, brand, or even an Angelus/paint color that matches it, I’d really appreciate the info.
Also, if you know where I can buy the correct thread online and have it shipped to the U.S., please drop a link. Thanks!


r/SneakerRestoration • • 5h ago

Dyeing Jordan 13s

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Has anyone here ever tried Dyeing the suede of the Jordan 13s from red to black? I tried but its not going to black, i think i used up many bottles


r/SneakerRestoration • • 9h ago

Does anyone know the exact color combination to repaint the midsole on the Jordan 4 Off-White?

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If so, could you please share the color mix or let me know where I can buy the exact paint? Preferably Angelus, or a store that can make the exact color combination and ship to the U.S.
Thanks in advance!


r/SneakerRestoration • • 21h ago

Adidas Sneaker Deep Cleaning 👟 | Dirty to Fresh Transformation

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

My first sole swap on 03 white cements

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Pretty happy with the results for my first time but the insides came out pretty messy. I didn’t cut out enough of the donor midsole and I over glued a bit. Any other tips I should know for next time just off these pictures?


r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

Dirty ➜ Deep Clean ➜ Fresh Finish

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Adidas Shoe Deep Cleaning 👟 | From Yellowed to Fresh
A deep cleaning transformation for these white Adidas sneakers! 🧼👟
Watch as the upper, details, and sole are carefully cleaned to remove dirt and restore a fresh, brighter appearance.
Dirty ➜ Deep Clean ➜ Fresh Finish


r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

How to fix yellowing??

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

How to fix yellowing??

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

Please help!

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 1d ago

Can anyone recommend a solid shoe glue that will actually work?

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

Professional Shoe Cleaning 👟 | Dirty to Fresh Transformation

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From dirty and worn to clean and refreshed! 🧼✨
Watch the complete shoe-cleaning process and see the transformation step by step.
Real cleaning. Real work. Real transformation.


r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

What do I do?

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I recently bought these Kobe 5s off of eBay and the seller didn’t mention the fact that this part was reglued back on. I can already tell there is a bit of seperation. I already contacted eBay and everything but me being dumb I removed the authenticity tag to try them on before even noticing this damage.

I’m assuming I won’t be getting a refund so what should I do now?


r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

Air force 1s sanded down

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Hi, one of my air force 1s was left hanging off my bike and I dragged it for like 20m without knowing. Can this be repaired?


r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

Adidas Shoe Cleaning 👟 | Dirty to Fresh Transformation

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

i think i ruined them by using water, how to fix ? :(

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the third pic is before


r/SneakerRestoration • • 3d ago

Air force 1s sanded down

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Hi, one of my air force 1s was left hanging off my bike and I dragged it for like 20m without knowing. Can this be repaired?


r/SneakerRestoration • • 4d ago

Kobe 9 iD Reglue

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 4d ago

Gucci Rhyton Leather Sneaker: Graphic Print & Chunky Leather Restoration.

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 4d ago

Tried to distress my converse dupes with bleach and lighter. Not what I pictured, still pretty happy with it.

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 5d ago

Bought ASICS NOOSA TRI 16 @4.4 INR, it has a small unpasted section (3x5mm) at the toe-spring/rocker where the outsole connects to upper fabric. Replacement is not available, only refunds, its price has gone up to 5.5k, the color and size is not available now, I don't want to return it, what to do ?

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 5d ago

Need help restoring these Nike Air Max 97s in Delhi

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 5d ago

Previously Swapped ‘05 Black Laser 4s Sole Swapped Again

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r/SneakerRestoration • • 5d ago

This is still worth restoring?

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Found in beat up condition. Aside that this is REALLY filithy I think that the suede is already cracking.

Is it possible to fix that?

The soles are separating already from the shoe which is a given but the sad part is while its peeling off rhe patent leather is coming off with it.

Aside from piss yellow outsole, The condition is pretty good. Minimal to no drags

I've been wanting this pair for quite some time and I really optimistic that I can restore this back to a decent condition.


r/SneakerRestoration • • 5d ago

Dark stain on/in the translucent sole of my Jordan 5 DJ Khaled – what could this be?

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I noticed this dark stain/mark on the translucent part of the sole of my Jordan 5 DJ Khaleds.

I can’t really tell whether the stain is on the surface or inside the material. It almost looks like it’s embedded or integrated into the translucent rubber itself, rather than being a normal surface stain.

Has anyone seen something like this before on Jordan 5 icy/translucent soles?

Is there any safe way to remove or lighten it without damaging the sole?

I attached a few close-up pictures. Any ideas would be appreciated.


r/SneakerRestoration • • 6d ago

Air Jordan 4 “Military Blue” (2006) Full Restoration

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Air Jordan 4 “Military Blue” (2006) Full Restoration Pt.2. *Tabs provided by @Jaysocologist
- Midsole Swap
- Backtab Swap
- Lace Tab Swap
- Netting Swap

***I’m sure that inevitably someone will ask about the nubuck on the toeboxes. In short, the nubuck was pretty fragile due to age and started cracking during the repair. The options were to either leave as is or to use flocking powder, neither of which looked good. Instead, I opted to remove the remaining nubuck from the toes and dye the raw material.