Learn how to increase the durability of your bags and backpacks with these simple tips and tricks. Choose the right materials, clean and maintain properly, reinforce stress points.Proper storage and periodic maintenance are essential precautions to preserve the quality of the bags.
Whether it’s for carrying school supplies, electronic equipment or even as a companion for all your travels, the truth is that bags and backpacks are indispensable in everyone’s daily life. However, in addition to benefiting from the conveniences that these accessories provide for your daily life, it’s essential to develop the habit of taking care of them. After all, much more than a question of aesthetics, taking care of these products guarantees a longer useful life.
“For bags and backpacks to fulfill their functional roles in our daily lives, it is crucial to invest in a good piece to ensure all the strength, comfort, safety and style that they can provide. Therefore, taking care of them on a daily basis is essential”, says Tatiana Mizutani, product coordinator at Sestini, a leading chain of suitcases, bags, backpacks and accessories.
How to Increase the Durability of Bags and Backpacks.
Proper storage
Storing accessories correctly is the first step to preventing premature wear and tear on materials. “Prioritize dry places away from direct sunlight, and use fabric or cotton bags to ensure protection against dust and moisture,” says Tatiana.
Avoid overload
Excessive weight in backpacks and bags can deform the original aesthetics of the item, as well as damage the straps and seams and cause harm to health. “Overloading reduces the useful life of items, forcing parts that were not designed to support such a load. Furthermore, studies show that children should not carry more than 10% of their own weight, to avoid future problems”, explains the coordinator.
Clean frequently
Cleaning the pieces regularly with products suitable for each type of material is the basis for durability. For leather and fabrics, it is ideal to use damp cloths with warm water and mild soap. Finally, avoiding detergents and other aggressive chemical products is essential to avoid damaging the surfaces”, reveals the specialist.
Be careful with chemicals
Avoid letting your bags come into contact with perfumes, cosmetics, creams and other chemical products. “This can stain or damage the surface of the items. When applying perfume, do so before using the item,” Tatiana concludes.
Use specific cleaning products
A more thorough cleaning of items requires care. Therefore, the use of specific products for this type of cleaning is recommended. “The development of these products was designed to meet the need for minor maintenance on items. By creating a protective layer, the shielding prevents wear and tear caused by daily use, extending the useful life of the items and preserving their beauty,” explains Fritz Paixão, CEO of CleanNew, an upholstery cleaning and conservation franchise.