Nordace - Care Guide How to Clean Your Nordace Backpack

“How can I clean my Nordace Backpack?” is one of the most frequently asked questions on our Instagram page. We’re so glad that you love your Nordace backpacks so much and you want to keep them as new for years to come.

Commuting, traveling, exploring the outdoors, or carrying sweaty gym clothes, all these will leave your rucksack pretty dirty sometimes.

Fortunately, cleaning your backpack is not as difficult as it might seem.

But, before telling you what you should do to clean your backpack correctly, let us tell you what you shouldn’t. Well, you shouldn’t wash it in the washing machine or using the dryer to dry it. Washing a backpack in the machine can ruin the fabric and the backpack’s smart features such as the USB charging port.

Washing Your Backpack by Hand Step by Step Guide

Giving your bag a refresh every 6-12 months will ensure the fabric’s integrity and will keep it as new for longer. Plus, you can rest assured your backpack will keep its functionality.

What you need:

A soft, clean towel
A clean sponge
A brush with soft bristles
Lukewarm water
Detergent-free soap
Stain remover (if necessary)

First Things First, Everything Out

Before giving your backpack a well-deserved wash, make sure you take everything out. This step is easier if your backpack opens like a suitcase as in the case of the Nordace Henge 45L Carry-On Backpack. Take your time to check all the pockets and leave them unzipped.

Shake It, Shake It

Turn the backpack upside down and shake it so that all the fine particles such as crumbs and dust stuck inside can fall off. You can use a brush (it can be an old toothbrush) or even the vacuum cleaner. Also, if there is dirt built up on the outside, maybe you’ve just returned from a rainy hike, brush it off.

Spot the Stains

Stains happen. If you spot one, or more on your backpack (it can be oil, ink, paint, food, or wine), use a dedicated stain remover only on that part according to the instructions.

Prepare the Water

Fill the bathtub or a basin with lukewarm water. Attention – avoid using hot water as it can damage the colors. Add detergent-free soap into the water and mix them.

Clean the Backpack

Soak the sponge in water, squeeze it, and carefully clean the interior and then the exterior of your bag. Insist on those areas that look dirty, as well as on the shoulder straps, the back paned, and hip pads. Moisten the cloth in fresh, cold water and rinse the backpack.

Don’t Forget About the Zippers

Without proper care, the zippers of your backpack will degrade and need replacement. Dust and other fine particles can cause irreparable damage. Unzip them and use the brush to remove the dirt. If the zipper gets stuck sometimes, maybe it’s time to lubricate it using a dedicated product.

Air Dry. Always.

But not under the sun because scorching rays will damage your backpack’s colors. Allow your bag to dry naturally in a ventilated place or outside.

How difficult are the Nordace bags to clean?

Most of our bags and backpacks are crafted using high-quality water-resistant materials that are easy to clean. Some of them, such as the Nordace Siena Smart Backpack or the Nordace Beth Smart Totepack, feature microfiber leather details. Wiping these elements with a damp cloth will be enough to refresh them.

Conclusion

After following this step-by-step guide, the chances are your backpack has regained its original appearance by now. If you take good care of your bag, backpack, totepack, or laptop bag, you’ll have a stylish and reliable companion for a long time.