13 May How to Wash Backpack?

When we think of cleaning and washing clothes and accessories, few people think of bags and backpacks. Backpacks, on the other hand, are one of the most polluted objects people and children carry. Because the outer layer of backpacks is in contact with the outside environment, they are exposed to various contaminants. The inside of them may become dirty due to contact with food and dust or any other object. So they need to be washed and cleaned.

Shake the backpack

In the first step, you don’t need any detergent or cleaner. To begin, take the bag out of the house or spread out the mat and place the bag on it. Open all the zippers of the bag and shake it with all your might. At this stage, make sure that you unzip all the small, large and all hidden pockets to shake the bag on the mat. At this point, what comes out of the bag will surprise you. From the biscuit crumbs you ate months ago to the small amount of sandwich you took with you to work yesterday.

Stain removing before washing

Check the backpack thoroughly before washing. If there’s a specific stain on it, use detergents appropriate for the type of stain and remove it immediately before it’s completely washed to achieve the desired result.

Washing the backpack with a washing machine

First of all, it should be noted that it’s better not to wash your bags and backpacks in the washing machine; Because you will damage the fabric’s colour and texture; so the bag will be out of shape due to the rotation of the washing machine. To wash your backpack in the washing machine, you must be careful.

If your washing machine is one of the models that open from the top, it’s better to put the backpack in the mesh bags or pillowcases and then put it in the washing machine. This method will prevent damage to your washing machine. But if your washing machine is a regular one and it’s open from the front, there’s no need to do so. You can safely put the backpack directly in the washing machine. Never use hot water to wash your backpack. Using gentle washing programs and cold water will ensure that your bag is cleaned without the slightest damage and its seams and corridors are not torn.

Hand washing backpack

You don’t have to use a washing machine to wash your backpack. If you think machine washing will damage your bag, you can soak the bag in cold water and start removing stains with a suitable brush. If your bag has detachable parts, remove them all and wash them separately. In this type of washing, use mild detergents and avoid strong bleaches and solvents; Because they may damage the fabric’s colour of the bag and damage your backpack.

Dissolve your detergent in the bathtub or a large container with a capacity of 6 litres. Make sure that these detergents don’t contain bleach. Soak the bag completely in this water so that all its parts are in the water and detergent solution. After a while, clean all stains with a soft sponge and toothbrush. Use a soft toothbrush to clean zippers, buckles, seams and bag decorations. Backpack straps are the main place where they’re exposed to sweat and dirt; spend more time washing the straps. Finally, take the bag out of the solution and rinse it with cold water. Make sure that the detergent is completely removed from the backpack’s fabric.

Surface washing

You don’t need to wash your backpack completely after each trip. You can only clean the areas that you feel dirty. Here we tell you the solutions for stain removing and cleaning the backpack quickly.

• Empty all pockets and shake vigorously to remove all dust and debris from the backpack.
• Be aware that the backpack inside doesn’t need detergent, and you can clean all the inside of your backpack with just a damp sponge.
• Now soak a sponge with soap or mild detergent, gently clean all mud and dirt, and then wipe the floor with a clean damp cloth.
• Place the bag in a corner according to the drying instructions to dry.
• Once your bag is completely dry, put your essentials in it to get ready for your next trip.

Drying the backpack

To dry a washed backpack, never put it in the dryer. The high temperature of the dryer may damage the backpack and the fabric. For this purpose, it’s better to hang the backpack outdoors to dries completely in the shade. Direct sunlight causes rot and loss of quality and durability of your backpack. If this isn’t possible, use indoor space and allow all parts of the backpack to dry to the deepest point and leave no moisture. You should note that opening all the zippers and pockets is necessary at this stage.

The backpack is one of the most widely used bags, and people of different ages can easily use various types of backpacks with hundreds of dimensions and sizes. Other uses for backpacks include being used by children and adolescents for school or picnics. On the other hand, backpacks are usually very durable and don’t need to be replaced every year. By washing our backpacks, we can keep them clean and new, thus take a positive and economical step. So no more worrying about your backpack being clean for your trip, picnic or child’ school. Trust the professional NeatEx team and get your backpack from us with the best quality and high cleanliness.