How to Clean a Fabric Coach Purse
Dampen a sponge with clean water., Start at one corner of your handbag., Dab the fabric with your sponge., Use a dry white cloth to dab away the wetness., Hang up your bag so it can air dry.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Dampen a sponge with clean water.
You can use a bowl of water or hold the sponge under your faucet.
Wring it out well to avoid over-saturating the fabric.Using a faucet works better if your purse is soiled because you can more easily rinse the sponge without making your water dirty. -
Step 2: Start at one corner of your handbag.
Choose a corner on one side to start the cleaning process.
You want to make sure that you cover the entire surface of the handbag, so work your way out from the corner.
You will do each side individually, followed by the handle, and the bottom.
You should do the bottom of the purse last because it encounters the most grime., Work your way across the fabric, making circular movements as you apply the water.
Don’t linger on one spot.
Keep your sponge moving so that you don’t create water spots.Don’t get your sponge too wet because you don’t want to apply too much water. , Remove any excess water by toweling off your bag.
You don’t want your purse to develop any musty smells., Place your bag in an area that allows for air to circulate around the bag, such as an open room with a fan.
Allow your bag to fully dry before using it again.Don’t hang up your bag in a closed area like a closet.
Avoid placing your bag in a humid area because it could cause it to develop a musty smell. -
Step 3: Dab the fabric with your sponge.
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Step 4: Use a dry white cloth to dab away the wetness.
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Step 5: Hang up your bag so it can air dry.
Detailed Guide
You can use a bowl of water or hold the sponge under your faucet.
Wring it out well to avoid over-saturating the fabric.Using a faucet works better if your purse is soiled because you can more easily rinse the sponge without making your water dirty.
Choose a corner on one side to start the cleaning process.
You want to make sure that you cover the entire surface of the handbag, so work your way out from the corner.
You will do each side individually, followed by the handle, and the bottom.
You should do the bottom of the purse last because it encounters the most grime., Work your way across the fabric, making circular movements as you apply the water.
Don’t linger on one spot.
Keep your sponge moving so that you don’t create water spots.Don’t get your sponge too wet because you don’t want to apply too much water. , Remove any excess water by toweling off your bag.
You don’t want your purse to develop any musty smells., Place your bag in an area that allows for air to circulate around the bag, such as an open room with a fan.
Allow your bag to fully dry before using it again.Don’t hang up your bag in a closed area like a closet.
Avoid placing your bag in a humid area because it could cause it to develop a musty smell.
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