Taking care of your leather bag
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If you are the kind, who prize your leather
bag/tote/backpack or wallet/purse, then it is very important for you to know
how to take care of them/it. Yes, bags do need to be cared for just as you
would take care of any other possession, especially if they are expensive –
which good quality leather products generally are. Leather handbags are also a
staple in every fashionistas wardrobe and is now more a necessity than an
accessory and thus, require due care.
Leather bags are easily bent out of shape,
get wrinkled, stained and dulled. You need to make sure you do a weekly
cleaning ( or even a daily one if you are so inclined) and store your bag
carefully so that it lasts long and looks as good as new.
Cleaning: Determine what kind of leather
your bag is made of and buy a cleaning agent that is specified for it. This you
will find at most stores which sell leather products – ask the shop assistants
for help here, they will be able to guide you to the right product. While you can use this cream/lotion/gel for
heavy duty cleaning, you can also use a simple damp cloth to wipe your bag
daily or twice weekly to rid it of dust and dirt. You can also use mild soap –
never harsh detergent, cleaning products with harsh chemicals or alcohol to
remove stains. Once you have cleaned your bag, allow it to dry naturally, do
not use hair dryers etc. on it as artificial heat will dry the leather and make
it brittle.
Storage: Never put your leather bag on the
floor – if you have to, then make sure you wipe the bottom of the bag with a
wet wipe or a damp, soapy cloth immediately, or once you are back home. Dust
and grime will age the leather and dull its shine so if you neglect this then
your bag will suffer. In addition, it is prudent to store the bag upright in
your cupboard without other things pressing down on it. This will avoid
wrinkles forming on the leather. Another good idea is to stuff the bag with
newspaper or plastic when you are not using it so that the shape is maintained.
This is something you can avoid for stiff bags, but a must for soft leather
bags.
Also, do not hang your bag on a hook or a
cupboard handle as this places a lot of strain on the straps. Moreover, while
storing them in your cupboard, if there is adequate space, then it is a good idea
to keep them in individual baskets or cubby holds that can be built into your
wardrobe.
Refurbishing: There will come a time when
the leather will fade, peel, or become yellow with age. At this point, if you
do not want to throw away your prized possession, then it is a good idea to
take it to a professional leather worker who will know how to restore it. A
professional can also attach metal ‘feet’ to the bottom of your bag, if it does
not have them already. These feet help keep the bag elevated when you put it on
the ground – saving it from a lot of damage and dust.
Organising: It is crucial that you keep
your accessories and pens organised when it comes to any bag – not only
leather. Keep your makeup and perfume bottles in a Ziploc or well secured makeup
bag and your pens in a case, tightly capped. Pens cause the most damage to bags
because the caps can come off and cause unsightly marks on the leather or other
material, which are very difficult to get rid of. Make up might spill and cause
great big stains which again, are very difficult to take off. It is advisable
to carry food separately for the same reason. In case your bag is stained with
grease, have it removed professionally as you might damage the bag in your
efforts to remove the stains at home.
Treat your leather bag with respect – after
all, do not forget that an animal gave up its life for it and in the light of
this sacrifice, and for the money you paid for it, it deserves care and
maintenance, just as you do!
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