Anyone cleaned a Mac 128k Travel Bag before?

#1 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 - 20:51

Has anyone cleaned a Mac 128k travel bag before? You know, the beige ones with the Apple logo patch on the front. I bought a Mac 512k with a grungy bag and was hoping someone would know how to clean it. I'd hate to scrap it. Maybe as a last resort, I'll throw it in the washing machine on "gentle"

Thanks.

#2 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 - 21:37

I thought to myself that if I ever got one that needed cleaning, I would go to the dry cleaners with it. I dont think it would be too expensive, if they can clean it. And it would probably be the best, safest way to clean one.

#3 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 01:31

I would also try the dry cleaners. I tried to clean a backpack once (similar material) and it didn't work out too well.

#4 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 01:42

I think dry cleaners is the safest bet but do they do bags? I can just see the person at the dry cleaners try to look that one up for a price estimate with a line growing behind me

#5 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 01:50

Call first and ask?

#6 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 02:16

unity said:
Call first and ask?

They usually want to see it in person. I will give it a shot.

#7 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 03:49

let us know how it turns out

#8 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 09:54

I put mine through my washing machine and now it looks great!

#9 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 10:32

...If a dishwasher does wonders for mac internals I wonder what it'd do for mac coverings?

#10 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 19:12

I think I may try a washing machine first. It's a bit tattered already so it's no loss if it doesn't come out okay.

I'll let you know how it works out when I get it and can wash it.

#11 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 23:43

Tried a dry cleaner, they weren't interested as it was too hard.

I wet mine on the outside, used some dishwashing detergent, and scrubbed with a soft bristled brush. Works a treat!

If it is manky on the inside, you don't have much to lose in the washing machine.