When we use backpacks every day to go to school, work, or go out with continuous frequency, this will directly affect the quality and durability of the backpack. To preserve your backpack, you can refer to how to wash your cloth backpack below to keep it beautiful and usable for a long time.
Clean the backpack
Before learning how to wash a cloth backpack , you need to clean the backpack first. First, you must take out all the belongings in the backpack. You need to carefully check the side compartment and the sub-compartment to avoid leaving any paper residue. Wet paper residue will stick to the backpack and will be very difficult to clean. Next is to shake off the dirt in the bag.
Then, check the label on the backpack to know how to wash it and what to avoid when washing, for example, some backpacks cannot be washed with hot water or must be washed by hand... You should treat heavy stains on the backpack. backpack before starting to wash it with detergent solution + warm water + vinegar.
The 2 most detailed ways to wash cloth backpacks
There are 2 ways to wash fabric backpacks, you need to check the label before choosing the second washing method.
How to wash cloth backpacks by hand
Prepare:
- Gloves to protect hands from cleaning agents that may be irritating or toxic.
- The soft brush helps clean stains on the backpack without damaging its material.
- Large basin used to soak backpacks in cleaning solution, helping to effectively remove dust and stains.
- Detergent specifically for fabrics or gentle soap.
- Depending on the type of backpack and level of dirt, you may need to add other items such as baking soda and white vinegar to handle stubborn stains.
Doing:
Step 1: Wear gloves to protect your hands.
Step 2: Mix water and cleaning solution in a 2:1 ratio (two parts water, one part cleaning solution). This mixture is strong enough to remove stains but does not damage the material of the backpack.
Step 3: Place the backpack in the prepared large bowl and soak it in the cleaning solution for about 20 to 25 minutes. Soaking time should be adjusted depending on the material and size of the backpack.
Step 4: After soaking, use a soft brush to gently scrub the stains on the backpack.
Step 5: Wash the backpack again with clean water to completely remove the cleaning solution.
How to wash backpacks in the machine
You can machine wash your backpack, but you should pay attention to see if there is a symbol prohibiting drying in the machine on the manufacturer's label, to make sure you don't damage the backpack. The way to wash a backpack with a washing machine is to turn the backpack upside down so the product does not lose its form, place the backpack in the machine and then pour the diluted cleaning solution into the machine.
Cleaning solution for backpacks should not contain too strong a detergent. You should choose the type that matches your backpack to avoid reducing the durability of the fabric after each wash. If the backpack you use is small in size, you can put it in a laundry bag. Washing a cloth backpack takes a lot of time and effort to prepare, but to minimize the cost of buying a new backpack, you need to be a little more meticulous. After washing the backpack, if the product is not allowed to be dried in the machine, you should take it outside to dry in light sunlight or use a dryer to gently dry it to dry the backpack faster. Do not expose your backpack to harsh sunlight as it will cause the fabric to quickly fade.
Above is a detailed way to wash a canvas backpack so that your bag is always clean and durable. To ensure your backpack lasts the longest, you should choose high quality , thick backpacks.
