How to Clean & Wash French Duffel Bags
Duffel bags are generally less expensive and easier to care for then luggage. Unlike typical hard luggage, duffel bags can be compressed for easy storage. Duffel bags come in a variety of colors, sizes, fabrics and designs. French duffel bags are cleaned in the same manner as other duffel bags. Over time duffel bags can begin to develop a musty odor and become stained and dirty. Fortunately, cleaning a French duffel bag is a relatively simple process accomplished with a few household items. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Container or bucket
- Water
- Mild dishwashing liquid
- Sponge
- Distilled white vinegar
- Soft cloth
Instructions
-
-
1
Remove all items from the duffel bag. Check the side pockets.
-
2
Lay the duffel bag out on a flat surface.
-
-
3
Fill a container with cool water and add a few drops of a mild dishwashing liquid. Mix the contents together.
-
4
Saturate a sponge in the mixture and wring out the excess liquid.
-
5
Wipe the duffel bag down with the sponge. Reapply the mixture if needed.
-
6
Rinse the duffel bag with a clean, damp cloth.
-
7
Mix a solution of equal parts cool water and distilled white vinegar. Saturate a soft cloth in the mixture.
-
8
Wipe the duffel bag down with the cloth saturated in the vinegar-water mixture to kill mold and mildew.
-
9
Hang the duffel bag in a sunny location to air-dry.
-
1
