Is it possible and how to competently wash an umbrella at home?

Lack of proper care of the umbrella causes dirt, smudges and stains on it.

Acquaintance with simple recommendations on how to wash an umbrella at home, whether you can use a washing machine for washing, how to remove stains from the dome, will allow you to easily cope with the problem.

Possible home washing options

It is believed that this accessory is washed in the rain.... This is a misconception, because drops on dusty fabric leave marks on it. In addition, with prolonged use, rust or grease stains may appear on the dome, so the question arises: is it possible to wash the umbrella at all to remove them?

It turns out you can. You just need to know how to do it correctly. Here are some methods for removing contamination:

1. Cleaning the fabric dome with a dry cloth brush... This is the easiest way. However, it only removes dust.
2. Using the washing machine... A rather aggressive and difficult method. To use a machine wash, you will have to remove the fabric covering from the knitting needles.

   Only a specialist can cope with such an occupation. And the fabric during its processing can deform or lose its original color.

   It is impossible to wash the entire umbrella without removing the canopy from the fabric, since the complex design of the accessory does not allow such processing. This can damage both the umbrella and the washing machine.

3. Hand wash is the most effective method... The main thing is to perform actions accurately and consistently. The correct choice of detergents is also important.

Choice of cleansers

We recommend choosing less aggressive detergents from a wide range of detergents. This approach will ensure that the color of the material is preserved and will not affect the condition of metal and plastic parts.

The best means for washing an umbrella are:

1. Simple soap solution... It is effective for removing minor fresh soiling.
2. Powders and gel solutions for washing woolen products... Their plus is the ease of rinsing and the absence of stains on the fabric after washing.

   These products are good for processing dark umbrellas - black, blue, burgundy.

3. Shampoo or dishwashing detergent... The use of these products is advisable, if necessary, to remove greasy stains from the surface of the umbrella.

It is not recommended to use any detergents with a conditioner effect for washing umbrellas. This leads to overdrying of the fabric, deformation and fading of the shade.

If it is necessary to clean small areas of contamination, use a solution of warm water with ammonia or vinegar in a 1: 1 ratio... Single stains are still cleaned with alcohol or cologne applied to a cotton pad.

Product preparation

Before carrying out the procedure, it is recommended to prepare the necessary cleaning ingredients, a sponge, a clothes brush, cotton pads or soft rags.

Important stages of preparation:

• if the design of the umbrella does not provide for the removal of the dome from the spokes, it should not be disassembled;
• for preparatory manipulations, the product is opened and inspected;
• dust and dry dirt are swept off the surface with a brush;
• the most dirty areas (especially the folds) are wiped with a water solution with vinegar before washing the umbrella.

There is no need to open the umbrella completely during the main cleaning procedure. Therefore, it is washed in a half-open state.

Basic Rules

The procedure for washing the umbrella itself is easy, but provides the need to comply with some rules:

• mandatory cleaning from dust;
• preliminary soaking of the accessory in warm soapy water or using detergents;
• in order to avoid damage to the fabric cover, it is recommended to wash the umbrella half-closed;
• the effect on the fabric does not allow intense pressure and friction;
• stabbing and cutting objects, hard brushes and coarse sponges are not used for processing fabric.

Step-by-step instruction

The umbrella cleaning algorithm is to perform actions in a specific sequence. In this case, such characteristics of the product as design features, type of fabric, and its color must be taken into account.

We erase the fabric covering

Laundry solution is used depending on how dirty the umbrella is. In case of slight contamination, you can use soap foam from laundry, baby or any other toilet soap. If it is necessary to remove old dirt, it is advisable to use shampoo, detergent or gel.

The washing process itself consists of the following stages:

1. You can wash your umbrella in a basin or directly in the tub. To do this, a half-opened product is soaked for 15 - 20 minutes in warm water (35 - 45 °). Very hot water can cause shrinkage of fabric and color fading.
2. Problem areas can be rubbed lightly with a soft cloth.
3. Having processed the outer side of the dome, it is necessary to clean the inner areas of dirt and debris.
4. The umbrella is then placed under the shower head in the bathroom or poured from the inside and outside of the shower head.
5. At the final stage, it is recommended to shake off the half-open product and dry it.

Features of processing different materials

Various colors and structures of the fabric dome provide special care. Ignoring the recommendations when washing an umbrella made of delicate fabrics leads to damage to the product.

Below are the nuances of caring for accessories made of different materials:

1. Color umbrella.A normal hand wash method is used, but detergents should be chlorine free. The use of various oxygen stain removers is effective. The best among them are Vanish and Astonish.

   It is possible to restore the brightness of the colored umbrella by rinsing the fabric with vinegar solution. For its preparation, 1 tbsp is added to a liter of water. l. vinegar.

2. White. Special delicate care is required for the snow-white accessories. Even minor contamination spoils its appearance. It is possible to eliminate stains with citric acid. The recipe is simple: 1 tbsp. l. water + 0.5 tsp. lemon extract.

   An old stain is gently wiped with a cotton pad dipped in this solution, or simply applied to a cloth and washed off after 3 - 5 minutes. Then a normal wash is carried out. Easily remove stains from the white dome with a paste made from water and baking soda. The processing procedure is similar to the previous method.

3. The black dome. This is the most practical color. It can be washed easily in a soapy solution with grated laundry soap and foamed in warm water.

   The disadvantage of a black coating is the likelihood of discoloration when removing stains and the appearance of streaks with poor rinsing. Streaks are eliminated with vinegar solution.

   An effective way to achieve a rich black color after processing is to add a strong infusion of black coffee or tea to the rinse water.

4. Transparent umbrella. After washing the transparent umbrella, it is necessary to remove the streaks that appear from water stains. You can wipe them off with a soft cloth or use a tissue. A good remedy for stains is a solution with ammonia (100 ml of water + 10 ml of alcohol). After such treatment, it is necessary to rinse it under the shower with clean water, then wipe it dry.
5. Lace. The processing of the lace accessory should be carried out with extreme care, as the delicate fabric can be deformed or torn during washing. Therefore, it is recommended to immerse such an umbrella in warm water in a semi-folded state. For washing lace, special detergents for delicate fabrics are used.

   After processing, the lace umbrella must be dried without direct sunlight, because delicate lace can acquire a grayish tint.

Rust removal methods

Rusty spots appear on fabric or knitting needles... It is possible to remove them from the fabric with lemon juice applied to it with a cotton pad or soft cloth. After 3 - 4 minutes. rust must be brushed off and washed off with plenty of warm water.

Rust is removed from the spokes in the same way. You can also use citric acid (add 1 part acid to 2 parts of water). After cleaning the rusty areas, it is recommended to lubricate the spokes with silicone grease. This will prevent the reappearance of rust.

Eliminate grease stains

Fresh greasy stains can be removed with dish detergents. The removal procedure is carried out in several stages:

• inspect the umbrella for grease stains;
• wet the product and apply a few drops of the product to the contaminated areas;
• rub with a brush until foam forms;
• after a quarter of an hour, rinse under running water and dry.

It is more difficult to remove old fat stains from the fabric. It is recommended to pour boiling water over the contaminated area after treatment with detergent.

All manipulations have to be performed twice or thrice. therefore it is better to remove grease stains directly after contamination.

Cleaning the cover

Any type of detergent can be used to wash and condition the umbrella cover. However, it is important to consider all the recommendations regarding their choice for various types of fabrics and color characteristics.

Handle cleaning

The umbrella handle is a place where grease, dirt, viruses and bacteria accumulate. It is advisable to clean it as often as possible.

A high-quality smooth handle is easy enough to wipe:

• liquid soap for hand washing,
• dish gel,
• alcohol.

Sticky deposits are easily removed with a damp alcohol wipe or with a wet cloth and baking soda. It is more difficult to clean the embossed pen. Here, the use of baking soda will help out, with the help of which the indentations and protrusions are carefully processed.

After cleaning, the handle is rinsed, and after drying it is advisable to polish it using car wax.

Musty odor and how to eliminate it

The appearance of a bad smell is directly related to improper drying umbrella after washing. It occurs due to the appearance of mold in places where moisture remains.

It is possible to get rid of it with the help of table vinegar. The solution is prepared from water with vinegar, mixed in a 1: 1 ratio. The umbrella is wiped with a mixture, after which it is rinsed with running water.

The final step is to re-dry the product according to the rules set out below.

How to dry properly?

Following simple tips for drying the product will prevent sagging of the fabric, the occurrence of rust and a musty smell.

Recommendations for drying the accessory after washing are as follows:

1. Do not dry the product covered under any circumstances.
2. Do not leave it in the supine position either, as the umbrella will take a long time to dry. This will compromise the waterproof performance.
3. The umbrella must not be fully opened because the fabric cover will sag. Deformation changes are especially characteristic of products made of synthetic materials. Prolonged tension on the spokes will break them.
4. It is best to dry the umbrella half-open.
5. After washing, the product should be opened and closed 3-4 times. This removes excess water.
6. For drying, it is not recommended to leave the umbrella near heating devices in order to avoid deformation and stiffness of the fabric.
7. It is harmful to dry in the sun - the dome will fade and discolor.

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Conclusion

It is not difficult to wash and dry your umbrella correctly. But this simple procedure will keep the accessory in good condition and extend its usability.

And the owner of a comfortable product will be reliably protected from the vagaries of the weather. At the same time, he will be pleased with the cleanliness and attractive appearance of the umbrella.