9 Tips on How to Clean a Stroller
Dirt and mess are inevitable when it comes to babies.
You can expect your stroller to have spilled milk, biscuit crumbs, drool, and all sorts of bacteria we can’t see with our naked eyes.
It’s important to clean your stroller every after use. And give it a thorough clean once in a while.
1 – Start with the Crumbs
Using a dust brush or a handheld vacuum, take out all the crumbs from the stroller.
Pay special attention to the bottom of the backrest. The corner where the seat and the backrest meet. This is where crumbs love to gather.
Shake off the crumbs and follow through with a dust brush and vacuum cleaner to complete the task.
2 – Remove Detachable Parts
Remove the detachable parts of the stroller so you can clean them thoroughly one by one.
Before you detach the parts, read the manual to be sure you’re not going to break anything.
3 – Use a Toothbrush
For hard-to-reach places, use a toothbrush. Dip the toothbrush in warm, soapy water before you scrub.
4 – Wipe the Seat and Fabric Parts
If you’re going to do a quick clean, use a damp cloth to wipe the stroller.
Submerge the cloth in cold water and mild soap. Wring off excess water. And wipe everywhere in the stroller including the canopy.
Wipe away excess soapy water with an absorbent dry cloth.
5 – Clean the Metal and Plastic Parts
Wipe the frame, tray, and all other hard parts of the stroller.
Warm, soapy water will do. If you want to use a cleaner, opt for the mildest and most ph-neutral product you can find.
Avoid using strong, abrasive cleaning products. They can discolor and weaken the plastic parts. And they can bring about corrosion on the metal parts.
Thoroughly clean the parts that your baby often touch. Usually, it’s the tray, the straps, and the buckle.
6 – Clean the Wheels
Before cleaning the wheels, inspect them. See if there are leaves, pebbles, branches, or any stuff lodged in between. Check if they’re in proper working condition.
If your stroller’s wheels are pneumatic wheels, check if they’re inflated properly.
Check to see if the brakes are working right as well.
7 – Let It Dry
After cleaning the stroller, make sure to let it air dry before folding it to prevent rust and mold from developing.
8 – Store it Properly
Never fold the stroller when it’s still wet or damp. Make sure it’s dry before folding and storing it away.
If you’re going to keep the stroller for a long time, cover it to prevent it from gathering dust. Do not put stuff on top of it.
And keep it away from heat and sunlight.
9 – How to Remove Molds
If your stroller developed molds, there is still a way to fix this.
Bring out the stroller. Brush away the spores with a dry brush. Then dip the brush in soapy water and scrub the moldy area. Be sure to rinse it well after this.
If the molds are difficult to remove, try squeezing lemon juice and add sprinkle salt on the area. Leave it to dry. Then rinse it with water or a damp cloth afterward.
Or you can use vinegar and water instead. Mix three parts white vinegar with two parts water in a spray bottle. Spray it to the moldy spot. Leave for about an hour. Then rinse.
Just follow these tips and you can keep your stroller in top shape for years.