The Cherbourg Umbrella is a living heritage passed down from generation to generation.
When it rains, umbrellas are particularly indispensable accessories. To protect them from wear and tear, but also to ensure their effectiveness, they need to be cared for on a daily basis. There are a number of tricks you can use to clean, maintain and store your umbrella.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll give you all the advice you need to prolong the life of your umbrella, while preserving its aesthetic appeal.
On the one hand, when cleaning your umbrella, it's important to avoid using abrasive chemicals that can drastically damage the canvas or frame of your umbrella. For example, cleaners containing alcohol or solvents can render your umbrella's canvas opaque and potentially damage its aesthetic appearance. You should use natural products and suitable accessories. Use lukewarm water and mild soap to clean your umbrella's canvas, wooden handle or metal frame.
When it comes to cleaning your umbrella canopy, the first step is to dust and remove any excess water. Next, use a soft cloth, a soft brush or a sponge dampened with warm water to gently scrub your umbrella's canvas. Don't hesitate to insist on removing stubborn stains and use mild soap for a perfect clean of your umbrella canopy. However, if traces of rust or mildew appear on the canvas, it will be more complicated to clean your umbrella. Keep in mind that cleaning your umbrella after each use to remove stains, dirt, moisture and dust helps to maintain the umbrella.
If rust stains appear on the canvas or frame of your umbrella, you'll have to be patient. We recommend using a bucket containing a mixture of water and white vinegar to remove the rust. After opening your umbrella, use a sponge to gently scrub the frame or canvas to remove any rust stains. Remember to let your umbrella dry out completely before putting it away for storage. To make sure your umbrella is well cared for, don't hesitate to check the joints and mechanisms to make sure everything's in perfect working order.
Close your umbrella when it's completely dry
The first thing to do to maintain your umbrella on a daily basis and avoid the appearance of rust or mildew is to wait until it is perfectly dry before closing it after use. We recommend that you leave it to dry in a dry place in the open air. Mildew tends to form when you fold your umbrella while it's still wet or slightly damp.
Regularly waterproof your umbrella canopy
To help maintain your umbrella, you can waterproof it yourself from time to time. Over the years, the water-repellent fabric of umbrellas can lose its effectiveness. However, by applying a waterproofing product specially designed for fabrics, you can preserve your umbrella's performance without having to change its canvas.
To effectively waterproof your umbrella, we recommend you start by dusting the canvas. Immerse an alum stone in water and use this mixture to soak the canvas with a sponge or soft cloth. Then let your umbrella air-dry in a dry environment.
Mould treatment
As a preventive measure, in addition to umbrella cleaning, you can also apply a mildew treatment to preserve your umbrella cover. These tips are particularly useful when your umbrella tends to be exposed to a damp environment. To begin with, clean your umbrella with a mixture of lukewarm water and mild soap. After rinsing, leave the umbrella to dry completely. Then spray evenly with an anti-mould product suited to your umbrella's canvas.
Extending its lifespan
Umbrella maintenance is essential to extend the life of your umbrella. Buying a top-of-the-range umbrella, made in France from quality materials, represents a financial investment. To ensure that you can use it for many years without its quality deteriorating, it's essential to clean it after each use.
Guaranteeing performance over the years
Regular umbrella maintenance also guarantees the long-term performance of your umbrella. Over the years, your umbrella's canvas and opening mechanisms can deteriorate and become brittle. By cleaning and waterproofing your umbrella frequently, you can extend its lifespan.
Preserving its aesthetic appearance
Daily use of your umbrella can weaken its canopy, handle and metal frame. Cleaning your umbrella after each use will preserve the beautiful color of its canopy, as well as the beauty of the natural wood of the handle.
Every part of your Cherbourg umbrella can be replaced to make it as good as new, or to change its appearance, at your convenience. At the time of purchase, a warranty certificate is issued for each model, in your name. From the first two years of your Cherbourg Umbrella, it is guaranteed against all manufacturing defects.
Once this period has elapsed, it is welcome to return it to the Manufacture for maintenance, at the best possible price and within the shortest possible time. Visit us at our Manufacture in Cherbourg, or have it shipped to you, and we'll return it in person or to your home. By offering this quality service, the brand ensures that its product becomes a living heritage, handed down from generation to generation.
If you want to extend the life of your umbrella, you need to take storage into account. Remember to store your umbrella in a cool, dry place after it has dried completely. The place where you store your umbrella is all the more important if you're storing it for a long time.
Avoid leaving it in a hot or humid car, as this environment may accelerate wear. Storage in direct sunlight is not recommended. The fabric could fade over time. To protect it from potential damage, you can store your umbrella in a specially designed, breathable cover.
In short, umbrella care, cleaning and storage are all part of the daily routine that will extend the life of your rain accessory. When cleaning your umbrella, it's essential to use products that are suitable for both the fabric and the frame. Frequent maintenance of your umbrella not only guarantees its performance over the years, but also preserves its aesthetic appearance. When storing your umbrella, make sure it's in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place to avoid mildew and direct light. By following these simple tips, you can extend the life of your umbrella and keep it in good condition for many years to come.
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