oxidation sneakers

Kevin William
27 Sept 202403:55

Summary

TLDRIn this video, Kevin William revisits his sneaker restoration roots, discussing a customer's DIY method for removing yellowing from sneakers. The video humorously critiques the use of a 'special shoe cream', revealing it's a common hair salon product. Kevin shares his own experience with Salon Care Volume 40, a more cost-effective solution for tackling oxidation on sneakers. He warns of the method's limitations, noting that sneakers can re-yellow quickly, making the process somewhat futile.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Kevin William is the host of this video and specializes in laundry and sneaker restorations.
  • 🧦 Before getting into the laundry industry, Kevin focused on sneaker restorations and hat cleaning.
  • 👟 The video was sent by a customer as a nostalgic reminder of Kevin's earlier work in sneaker and hat cleaning.
  • 🧴 The video showcases a method for removing yellowing from sneaker soles, but it's a technique Kevin is familiar with.
  • 💡 Yellowing happens due to oxidation and aging, and while the process can reverse it temporarily, it’s hard to fully prevent.
  • ☀️ The video suggests using a special cream and exposing the soles to sunlight or an icebox to clear the yellowing.
  • 🧪 Kevin explains that the 'special cream' is actually a product used in hair salons, specifically a yellow brightener.
  • 💲 He suspects the person in the video bought the hair salon product in bulk and resold it in smaller bottles for profit.
  • ⚠️ There’s a risk of sneaker soles peeling if too much heat is used during the yellowing removal process.
  • 🔄 Kevin advises against using this method long-term because the yellowing returns quickly after wearing the sneakers again.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the video?

    -The main topic of the video is about restoring the color of yellowed sneakers, specifically focusing on a method that involves using a special shoe restoration cream.

  • Who is Kevin William?

    -Kevin William is the host of the video who used to specialize in sneaker restorations, boots, and hat cleaning before getting into the laundry industry.

  • Why did the customer send the video to Kevin?

    -The customer sent the video to Kevin as a throwback to remind him of the sneaker restoration work he used to do before entering the laundry business.

  • What causes sneakers to turn yellow?

    -Sneakers turn yellow due to aging and oxidation, which are natural processes that cannot be completely prevented.

  • What is the special shoe restoration cream mentioned in the video?

    -The special shoe restoration cream is a product that claims to remove yellowing from sneakers, and it is suggested that it might be a hair salon product repurposed for sneaker restoration.

  • What is the alternative method Kevin suggests for restoring sneakers?

    -Kevin suggests using a product called Salon Care Volume Number 40, which he has used in the past to remove oxidation from sneakers.

  • How much does the Salon Care Volume Number 40 cost?

    -Salon Care Volume Number 40 can be purchased for $118.69 for a gallon.

  • What is the potential issue with the method shown in the video?

    -The potential issue with the method shown in the video is that it can cause the sneakers' material to peel if too much heat is applied during the process.

  • Why does Kevin say that restoring yellowed sneakers is pointless?

    -Kevin considers restoring yellowed sneakers pointless because the sneakers can turn yellow again just as fast, if not faster, after being treated with the chemical cream.

  • What is the final opinion of Kevin on the video?

    -Kevin finds the video interesting and a nice reminder of his past work, but he would never use the method shown in the video again due to its ineffectiveness in the long term.

  • What does Kevin encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

    -Kevin encourages viewers to let him know if they want more videos like this and to like and subscribe to his channel.

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