HOW SHOULD I TAKE CARE OF MY YANGOODS

General Information

HOW TO STORE

DOs

  • Empty out the bag before storing it.
  • Keep the bags away from direct sunlight.​
  • Store your Bags in Dust Bag (if you do not have a dust bag, a pillow case is a suitable replacement).
  • Keep it in cold,dry and well-ventilated area.
  • Stuff the bag with clean white paper or fabric to maintain the shape of the bag.
  • Put dehumidifier box or silica gel pack in places where you store your bag to lower the risk of mildew and mold.
  • Store the bag flat on a shelf.
  • Air it at least once a month and avoid putting it in a storage for too long.

DON’Ts

  • Do not stack the bags on top of each other.
  • Do not hang the bags at all cost to prevent any unnecessary weight on the handles and hardware.
  • Do not store the bag in plastic bag or sealed container.
  • Avoid contact with abrasive substances that can cut, scratch or scuff the bag.
  • Avoid contact with solvents and alcohols (such as perfumes, nail polish remover and other chemicals).

COTTON CANVAS, POLYESTER CANVAS

HOW TO CARE

  • When the canvas gets soaked, empty the bag and leave it to dry naturally away from direct heat.
  • Extra care should be taken while the bag is worn with richly dyed clothing or vice versa.
  • Color fading is a normal phenomenon after experiencing sweat, rain and sunlight for a certain period of time.

HOW TO CLEAN

DOs

  • Remove any dirt or mud on the surface of the bag with soft brush firstly.
  • Only use Handwash technique and use mild detergent or liquid soap for the canvas part of the bag.
  •  For Nylon material:  clean by damping the clean white cloth in mixture of warm water & liquid soap and dabbing the surface with that cloth. “
  • Only use cold water and soft brush for the wash.
  • Air Dry in the shade naturally.

DON’Ts

  • Do not wring.
  • Do not machine wash or machine dry.
  • Do not use bleaching agents or strong detergents and chemicals.
  • Do not soak in the detergent for long time, or use excess detergent.

COATED CANVAS, VEGAN LEATHER, MICRO LEATHER & REAL LEATHER

​HOW TO CARE

  • If the material comes in contact with water do not rub the affected area. Simply use a dry, clean, absorbent cloth and dab  the area to soak up as much liquid as possible.
  • Avoid contact with alcohol-based solvents (perfumes, nail polish remover, etc.) and oily & greasy compound (makeup,  creams, etc.). These substances can stain and weaken the material.
  • Extra care should be taken while the bag is worn with richly dyed clothing or vice versa.
  • Store leather away from artificial sources of heat, e.g. radiators can cause leather to dry and crack.

HOW TO CLEAN

DOs

  • Remove any dirt or mud on the surface of the bag with soft brush firstly.
  • Damp the clean white cloth or a wet tissue to wipe down the surface.
  • Dry the surface by wiping with clean dry white cloth or air-dry in the shade naturally.
  • If the material is heavily stained and need extra cleaning, look for an expert leather cleaning service.

DON’Ts

  • Do not machine wash or machine dry.
  • Do not wring.
  • Do not soak.
  • Do no apply excessive pressure while wiping down the surface.
  • Do not use bleaching agents or detergents or chemicals.

TEXTILE: SCARF

HOW TO WASH: COTTON, Polyester

DOs

  • Pre-treat stains if any with cleanser.
  • Use warm water to wash.
  • Keep the drying time short.
  • Dry in mild sunlight and hang it inside out.
  • Only iron in low/medium heat.

DON’Ts

  • Do not use bleaching agents or strong detergents and chemicals.
  • Do not soak in the detergent for long time, or use excess detergent.
  • Do not dry in direct sunlight.

HOW TO WASH: SILK

DOs

  • Handwash only.
  • Wash with mild soap.
  • Use water below 300 Celsius to wash.
  • Soak in water (not more than 5~10 minutes) and stir it with hands. 
     For serious stain: massage it gently.
  • To keep the silk’s hydrated feel, use a mild fabric conditioner in the final rinse.
  • Roll the scarf in clean and soft towel and press delicately to wring out the water.
  • Dry in mild sunlight and hang it on hanger inside out.
  • Iron it only when the scarf is dry and be sure to put a clean white cloth between the scarf and the iron.
  • Only iron in low heat or silk setting.
  • Do not spray or wet the scarf while ironing.
  • Store your scarf in a breathable fabric bag.

DON’Ts

  • Do not machine wash or machine dry.
  • Do not use bleaching agents or strong detergents and chemicals.
  • Do not soak in the detergent for long time, or use excess detergent.
  • Do not wring, twist or rub the scarf while washing.
  • Do not dry in direct sunlight or extreme heat.
  • Do not store in plastic bag or sealed bag.