How to care for your PU Leather bags?
Let’s first discuss what PU leather means. PU leather is a type of synthetic material that really is durable and has a comparable feel and appearance to real leather. Knowing how to care for your handbag will extend the life of your bag by a few years. It’s a polyurethane-based imitation of real leather, with a comparable feel and appearance to leather but without the use of animals. 100% PU leather is a synthetic material (as mentioned above, imitating real leather).
The texture of PU leather is similar to that of animal skin, but is much lighter, durable and making it less prone to wear and tear. It’s also more UV resistant, which is why it’s commonly used to cover automobile seats and faux leather furniture.
So how should you take care of your PU leather handbags for lasting usage?
Faux leather handbags are a fantastic option as compared to real leather, not just because they look great, but also because they are environmentally friendly. Faux leather is mainly composed of Polyurethane (PU leather), and it has the same look and feel as real leather without costing a fortune (which means you can have more bags, and who wouldn’t love that!?). So, we’ve compiled a list of approved maintenance tips to keep your favourite bag looking like new for longer!
Because faux leather is designed to seem like real leather, the care recommendations are very similar – but much easier (another great reason to adore your Phoebee handbafs). Having a few daily bags on rotation is a great way to keep your purse in top shape. This will not only allow you to put together flawlessly matching ensembles, but it will also save your luggage from wearing out from daily use. Also, be aware of the amount of weight you carry in your bag on a daily basis. If carrying a large water bottle, laptop, and other heavy items in your luggage every day isn’t absolutely required, we recommend minimising the weight wherever feasible to avoid extra strain on the hardware of the bag’s body.
Tips to take care on the inside
As fellow on-the-go ladies, I believe we can all agree to stuffing our handbags with too many trinkets (since we never know when we’ll need that specific little thing, right!?). From your favourite lipsticks to that small pocket mirror to important receipts, notepads, and so on, it’s safe to assume that our priceless handbags are susceptible to discoloration and tainting.
- The first step in keeping your handbag clean is to reduce the possibility of staining.
- Keeping your cosmetics in a separate make-up bag or pouch so it doesn’t get strewn about in your bag.
- Make sure all of your pens have caps on them to avoid scribbles on your perfectly lined handbag.
- Set a weekly reminder to take out any trash or superfluous items from your bag to avoid any accumulation.
Tips to take care on the outside
Stains can arise from time to time because, let’s face it, we can’t always be careful! Don’t worry if you spilled your drink or dropped your bag in a puddle; cleaning your PU leather bag is simple if you know what to do. One thing to remember is that your synthetic leather bag should never be washed or dried in the washing machine. The use of hot water and air is extremely damaging to your bag and should be avoided at all times.
- You can combine water and a little amount of dish soap or laundry detergent. Any harsh solutions should be avoided because they can cause the bag to dry out.
- Also, soak a soft microfiber cloth in the solution for a few minutes. We advise against wearing any rough or abrasive clothing that could harm or damage the bag.
- You should use your hands to gently wash the discoloration away. If the discoloration is really tenacious, try combining water and vinegar. Vinegar is totally safe to use on synthetic leather, and it also has the added benefit of naturally eliminating odours.
- Allow your purse to dry thoroughly in the open air. To avoid mould or bacteria growth, make sure it’s completely dry before putting it away.
- When you’re out and about, include a packet of baby wipes in your backpack in case of an emergency. These can be used to swiftly and easily wipe clean the bag.
Taking care of the beloved items in your closet can be a little extra effort. But we promise, with all of the above care tips, you’ll be able to enjoy that nice-looking Phoebee leather handbag for years to come.
