Is it okay to put shoes in the washing machine? Expert advice on doing it safely

Washing shoes with washing machine. Photo by VnExpress/Bao Nhien

I use a front-loading washing machine and usually stick to the automatic setting for our laundry.

Can I use it to wash shoes?

I would like to know from experts and others who have tried this, does it clean the shoes well, and does it cause them to wear out faster?

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