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You might be proud of your pack's time-worn exterior, but oils, and UV from the sun can degrade the fabric over time, making it more susceptible to tears. Gunk can also make its way into zippers and ...

Backpacks collect grime and bacteria from frequent use and should be cleaned regularly. Most backpacks can be spot-cleaned, hand-washed, or machine-washed with cleaning products you have on hand.

I shudder to think of all the places my children toss their backpacks. From bathroom and gym floors to dirt patches outside and everything in between, the bottoms of those backpacks are pretty ...