josegarcia8578 Posted September 20, 2014 Share #1 Posted September 20, 2014 HI guys, I have WW2 canvas backpack that is very dusty, I was wondering if any of you guys had a good advice to get rid of the dirt/dirt? Thanks!-Jose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardstripe Posted September 20, 2014 Share #2 Posted September 20, 2014 Try using quilters soap. You mix a small amount of soap with enough cold water to submerse and soak the item for a couple of hours. Gently knead the item once in a while. Then rinse a couple of times with a cold water soak and let air dry. You can stuff with crumpled wrapping paper or tissue paper to maintain shape if necessary. I would not recommend newspaper because of the soy based inks now used. Orvis Quilters soap is what my wife uses to clean old quilts. This soap is very gentle on fabrics and colors so there would be no fading Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitter2k1 Posted September 20, 2014 Share #3 Posted September 20, 2014 I've used the compressed gas for dusting electronics with some success on WWI web gear. There are some guys that use Woolite to clean their gear, it's just not a method or idea I'm fond of. But I have never tried it and shy away from the thought of soaking any of my items. There is a thread around on the forum somewhere that gives some ideas on cleaning your gear. I will see if I can locate it and post a link for you. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted September 20, 2014 Share #4 Posted September 20, 2014 Compressed air or a like vacuming with the brush tool will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitter2k1 Posted September 20, 2014 Share #5 Posted September 20, 2014 Here is a thread that has some ideas you may be able to use. http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/22841-preserving-web-gear/?hl=%2Bcleaning+%2Bweb+%2Bgear&do=findComment&comment=179024 Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WI1944GPW Posted November 27, 2014 Share #6 Posted November 27, 2014 I agree on the compressed air and light bristled brush. I've made many a mistake and lost good stencil markings off canvas using the washing method. Air and brush are perfect. Make certain that you bleed your tank prior to ensure you don't get water or water/oil mixture from the hose. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMI88 Posted November 27, 2014 Share #7 Posted November 27, 2014 You'd be surprised how much just a gentle brushing will clean up old web gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetranger407 Posted November 29, 2014 Share #8 Posted November 29, 2014 +1 for a light dilusion of Woolite. Works for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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