Here are a few pointers on what kind of handbag materials you can clean at home and some do it yourself tips on how to get it done easily.
Canvas Bags
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Canvas handbags are such a common bag choice, and they have the benefit of being one of the easiest kinds to clean yourself.
The simplest way to do this is by using two common household items, baking soda and warm water. I just wet a hand towel with warm water, add a little baking soda and rub the bag in a circular motion until I've covered the whole surface. Then, rinse the bag and let air dry.
A second option is just putting your canvas bag in the washer on the delicate cycle using a mild detergent, then let air dry. Be sure not to use this method if the canvas bag has any leather hardware, as this will ruin in the washing machine.
The simplest way to do this is by using two common household items, baking soda and warm water. I just wet a hand towel with warm water, add a little baking soda and rub the bag in a circular motion until I've covered the whole surface. Then, rinse the bag and let air dry.
A second option is just putting your canvas bag in the washer on the delicate cycle using a mild detergent, then let air dry. Be sure not to use this method if the canvas bag has any leather hardware, as this will ruin in the washing machine.
Patent Bags
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Patent leather and faux patent handbags are a pretty simple thing to clean at home. I wouldn't recommend shelling out money to have it done professionally. The only thing that you really need to do is occasionally wipe it down with a damp cloth, then make sure that you wipe it again with a dry cloth so that it's fully dried, as to prevent moisture creeping in.
After that, just place it in its protective bag or a pillowcase to keep it from dust. That's it, pretty simple huh?
After that, just place it in its protective bag or a pillowcase to keep it from dust. That's it, pretty simple huh?
Leather Bags
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You can take your leather handbags to a dry cleaner if you wish, but be forewarned that the process they use can strip the leather of its natural oils, as well as change the color of the leather. So, I would try these tips to help maintain your bags.
When you purchase your leather bag, go ahead and treat it with a leather protector, so that if something happens, the stain won't set in, therefore, making it easier to remove.
Oils tend to darken leather, such as the monogram LV bag handles darken to a nice patina from the oils in your hands, but if you don't like the idea just use a leather conditioner to help prevent color changes.
Store your leather in a cotton dust bag, as plastic tends to mildew, and you'll be in good shape.
When you purchase your leather bag, go ahead and treat it with a leather protector, so that if something happens, the stain won't set in, therefore, making it easier to remove.
Oils tend to darken leather, such as the monogram LV bag handles darken to a nice patina from the oils in your hands, but if you don't like the idea just use a leather conditioner to help prevent color changes.
Store your leather in a cotton dust bag, as plastic tends to mildew, and you'll be in good shape.
