How to Clean a Nylon Packsack

Table of Contents:

You Will Need
Steps to Remove the Stain
Additional Tips and Advice

Sheri asked: How do I clean a nylon pack-sack? My pack-sack has myrrh on it, and I’m not sure of the best way to clean it. I’m not sure how long the stain has been there (last spring I guess), but it is absorbed into the nylon.

Nylon is a durable material that is relatively easy to clean, but sticky sap-like substances such as myrrh can pose a problem, especially when the stains are old ones. Fortunately, there’s a way to tackle even the worst of these stains with surprisingly good results.

You Will Need:

WD-40
Small, stiff bristled brush or toothbrush
Laundry detergent
Water
Bucket or washing machine (if pack-sack is machine safe)

Steps to Remove the Stain:

Spray WD-40 directly onto the myrrh or sap.
Wait several minutes to allow the WD-40 to penetrate the fabric.
Use the brush to scrub the stain away. For thicker or surface stains, you may be able to scrape some of the residue away with a blunt object such as a spoon.
Repeat steps 1-3 as necessary.
Finish up by washing the entire pack-sack, if desired. Add laundry detergent to a bucket, agitate the solution, then add the bag and scrub the surface area with the brush. If the bag is machine washable, run it through a gentle cycle. Allow it to air dry unless the manufacturer indicates that a low heat tumble dry is safe.