Yes Converse shoes can be washed in the washing machine.
Can you put white converse in the washing machine. A quick 30 wash with a slow spin usually does the trick. Converse advises against throwing your sneakers in the washing machine. To clean your Converses mix 14 cup laundry detergent and 2 cups warm water in a bowl.
Many people disagree and claim to have very successfully washed their Converse in the machine with no ill effects so we are going to. Do not put the loose laces along with the converse inside the washing machine as it will get tangled. Always use a low temperature and gentle cycle.
Lurking - as DDs newest favourite possession is the pink converse that DH brought her from the US and I can already forsee traumas when they get filthy. Yep take out the laces and wash them separately. After that let them air-dry.
Place your white Converse shoes in the washing machine along with a little standard detergent. When you put them in the machine put a couple of towels in with them. Always let your shoes air dry.
It is suggested to avoid washing shoes in rainy days as damp air can cause mildew. Always air dry canvas shoes--the dryer can damage the shoes. This is a great way to get them fully cleaned both inside and out.
Now right off the bat Converse are quite adamant that you should NEVER put your Converse shoes in the washing machine. Make sure you remove the laces and soles before you put that to wash. A white pencil eraser can remove some minor marks and is easy to carry around with you.