Traveling might be fun for you but it definitely isn’t for your luggage. Every time you put your bag on that conveyor belt, it ages a little. The only way to keep your luggage safe is to make sure it is taken care of and protected from wear and tear. Here are a couple of things to keep in mind when it comes to ensuring that your luggage bag lasts for the longest time.

Protection for those hard-working wheels

• You need to purchase wheel covers that go on the bottom of your travel bags and sit on the wheel.
• Do not overpack your bag, and always distribute the weight evenly in it so that there isn’t too much pressure on the wheels.
• Never pull the bag over rough and uneven surfaces. If your car’s tires hate potholes, imagine how difficult it is for those tiny wheels to stand them. So, if you want your bag to serve you for a long time, pick it up when you are traversing potholes, dirt, and gravel.
• Replace worn out wheels. Most bags these days come with the option of wheel replacement. If yours has this feature, search online for the wheels that are made specifically for your bag.

Tips to avoid mishaps from ruining your luggage bag

• Store all the items that might leak on to your AW Use lined, sturdy toiletry bags to keep shampoos, sunscreens, and other such toiletries.
• Send a few things to the destination in advance. Instead of trusting the transit system, ship your luggage beforehand. You might have bought some fragile goods on the trip that would be hard to fit in your luggage bag. So, send it all home before you reach. Plus, you will save money on checking baggage at airports this way.

Cleaning up your luggage before the next journey

Your bag has held everything that you ever needed on the trip, from toiletries, sweatshirt for men, to snacks, and more. It is hard to resist the urge to simply leave your footwear at the door, empty out your luggage bag right away, and toss the bag aside. But if you want the bag to last long, here’s what you need to do:

• Use a hand vacuum to clean out the debris
• Clean every exterior part with soap, water, and a soft cloth. Make sure the bag is completely dry before you store it.
• Use a damp rag to wipe the interiors of the bag. Let the bag remain open for a few hours so that it is completely dry. If you can leave the bag in the open air to dry it, that’s the best.
• In case your luggage has any tear on it, make sure you get it repaired by a shoe repair person or seamstress.
• Finally, fold away the inside pockets and close that expander section by shutting it. Remove those detachable straps and put them inside your suitcase.

And that’s it! You now know all about taking care of your luggage bag.