How to wash your Kånken | Care and repair | Fjällräven
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- Whatever you do, don’t put Kånken in the washing machine. Instead check out this video and you'll get it right.
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they should've used a lighter color so we could actually see if it was even dirty
Tiara Storm I have a black kanken bag and the black gets dirty so easily and idk why
I have the pink one and the bottom gets dirty really fast, so I wash it before with the mild detergent and then alone in the washing machine, that's the only way to get a clean backpack
Sophie Littleflower it doesn’t fade? i cleaned mine like they did and it’s starting to look white
@@JaredCervantes not yet but one of a friend of mine started to fad too...
I have a red kanken 😅
*_lol i don’t even own one_*
_-why am i here-_
I do
I don't either.
mood
same
my mom put it in the washer. ugh
kendallッ did it turn out bad ?
texan cowboy yehaw not that bad, but the color was a tiny bit faded and the backpack was a bit rougher.
i put mine in the washer ; w ;... i learned that washing the kanken in the washing machine ruins its waterproof coating. and that's what happened ripppp
I feel bad 😭
kendall x what’s happened?
I can't actually see the difference since it is a darker colour
I used this method with a tiny little bit of detergent and a wash cloth with a little bit of dove soap instead of the sponge and my yellow ocher mini came out really good. Some stains that had been there for months are gone 👌🏻👍🏻
what type of detergent did you use
i watch this yet i dont have any of em
Samee
I did this except I used a soft wash cloth and it worked Amazing!!! I ride horses and happens to drop mine in dirt and left it hanging on one of the horses Saddle it got very gross and dirty and smelt horrible so I did what it tells you too and now it smells amazing!!! Also no color was faded
My pink bag will not come clean......it is unusable now that the bottom is a completely different color. Sad because otherwise it is still in great shape except for the dirt that won’t come out.
I have pink and it was so dirty
I followed the process and it looks brand new
I'm trying now :( the dirt just won't come out
same i have yellow
Aj wTF no it will turn white😂😂
@@betzaidaramos1025 i have the wine coloured kanken and there was much dirt in it - i used a bit of bleach and the colour is the same
It's perfect because I don't have a washing machine.
what how
And also because kankens aren’t supposed to be put in the washing machine
Had to giggle 😅
80% of the comments are "I don't own a Kanken why am I here" lmao
Super easy cleanup on a long-lasting fabric 😊 #longlifelesswaste
My mum gave me her old Kanken, it lasted 20 years until finally the zips just gave up the ghost completely.
>use soft side of sponge
>me using all my strength to scrub out ink stains
So helpful thank you!!!
I did not expect this for such an expensive bag. It gets dirty quickly and cannot be washed! I have already tried to wash it twice and the only thing I achieved was that it faded. I have only had it for half a year, a big disappointment.
yeah an 80 dollar backpack
i have had mine for not even 4 months and it's dirty enough that i feel a bit embarrassed carrying it. i want to try this but "mild detergent" is so vague i need to know exactly what to do.
@@gildedpeahen876 My bag was 99€ and is one of the cheaper models. After that, I didn't wash it anymore, I rarely wear it. Try to wash only the parts that are dirty. Maybe best with water only. Mostly not worth the money. Good luck
Älskar våra Kånken. 👌
Should've gotten a darker color why oh why did u get the yellow one😭
Chulee Tr don’t worry sis me to. 😖
You're not alone 🤧😭
Same here 😭
*laughs in dark colored kanken*
Brent Q. Jokes on you, it worked 😂
I’ve washed mine in a washer on cold water, delicate cycle and air dried it outside and it’s just fine.
Same….saves a lot of time too. And more clean compared to this
thank u i needed this lol
I have a black kanken and I always clean it after i use it but the white badge bit has just kinda yellowed? Does anyone know how to make it white again?
my blue dye came off my jeans and onto my kanken, has anyone else experienced this and how did you get it out?
idk if this helps but i have a red one but i just used disinfecting (wet) wipes and scrubbed it. I mean it kinda works by making it lighter but its not like completely clean :)
thank u so much for this !
Okej ja det här var väl ett bra tips. Det får jag pröva. Dock inte supertydligt om ryggsäcken i videon blev renare, men jag förstår principen. Simpel och bra visningsmetod.
Vänliga hälsningar
Axel, Na16 ProCivitas
Vad har din gymnasieklass med videon att göra? :D
*I don't even own a Fjallraven Kanken and TH-cam keeps on recommending these videos to me*
I decorate my Kanken with Gravel and Dirt from the Trails!! I just wish it were waterproof- perhaps, I should use some Greenland Wax on it...
I just toss mine in the washer with fjallraven pants. Using no softener and a very small amount of detergent to remove any residue. I only wash them every 6 months or 8 months along with my fjallraven bag. Works very well. I also use warm water and a gentle wash.
I have little scratches on the front and it got dirty from the bottom how do I remove it
I need to make a notch on one of my belts I bought from you will it wear out ?
Does my local Fjällräven deal(Aarhus, Denmark) have a clothing repair service?
off topic but I went to denmark 2 years ago and Aarhus was my favorite town there, it's so pretty 🤩
Lovely lovely
I have a blueberry stain.. how can i get rid of it? :(
i have like the light grey creamy one and the bottom is dirty but i’m so scared to wash it bc i cant see if it actually works or not bc the video didn’t give a good example /:
I don't have a Kanken why am I here??
Finally I can take good care of my kan Ken
I had just received/gotten my 15" laptop backpack in Lake Blue (a little regret, the color looks brighter in real life as compared to the website), may I know how long should I be soaking my backpack for? And would it be okay if it's not soaked in lukewarm water, but water straight out from the tap?
Hi, I guess you are referring to the recommendation to rinse your backpack before use? We recommend luke warm water and you can use the water from the tap. A couple of minutes is enough and you can of course put it in a bowl also.
@ Hooray, thank you for the reply!! Yes yes, the recommendation to rinse my backpack before use to avoid color bleeding. Oh, so couple of minutes like 10/20 mins would be enough? Put it in a bowl?? How to put it in a bowl when it's so much smaller than my backpack?
@@angelinacrizal Hi, Yes, around 20min is enough. Big bowl or bathtub : )
We had a house fire and my pale pink bag is was covered in soot. I’ve tried hand washing it twice and leaving it to sit in stain remover but nothing will work. Do you think it would be possible to dye the bag pink again? Or is there any better way to clean it?
Hi, We cannot recommend to " re dye" the backpack, we have not tried it.
Quick question, I have the black backpack & it has SOOOO MUCH lint I used it ONCE. What can I do? Wash it?
Hi, Please send a picture of the backpack to our customerservice and we can have a closer look at it: support.fjallraven.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360000272812
Simple video, but doesn’t explain the reason why you shouldn’t toss it in the machine: it’s because of the oleophobic coating. Just like cycling gear - if you toss it in the machine to wash - you’ll wash out the wax coating. You’ll then have to re-coat it with their wax (they sell this… dunno why they didn’t link it) - or, if you’re stripped for time - an oleophobic spray for garments (which is what cyclists use to re-waterproof their jerseys and other cycle gear). The wax may offer better protection, wear resistance, and stain resistance though - think of it - the dirt is getting stuck in the wax and washing off with the wax.
No, the wax is only for their G-1000 fabric as per fjällräven's instruction. It's not for kånken classic with vinylon material just like in video.
I work for Fjällräven store in Stavanger and you cant wax the original ones that are made in Vinyl F! Only the one in G1000 fabric like the Kånken no 2 series and some kånken art editions and some limited edition kånkens. The best advice I can say to keep it clean is never put it on the ground. And buy raincover to protect it from dirty rain and also use the cover as a travel protection when putting on the floor or under a flight seat. And wash like the video as soon as possible.
I bring mine to school and someone decided to get crayon on it (somehow i really dont know what) and now theres a bright blue line on my yellow kanken. How do I get it out. Does it work the same as the rest of the stains+dirt?
Hi, Try with luke warm water with a soft brush and bile soap. We don´t recommend stronger detergents.
My yellow one has black spots on it & in it because I use it as a school bag . Also it has oil staines on the little pocket . Will this definitely get the black & oil staines off ?
Hi, Try with mild soap/bile soap, we don´t recommend stronger detergents.
I've got an oil / greasy black mark on mine after 3 days argh! Will this work or should I use something more specialised?
Hi, Bile soap is usually effective on oil stains.
I wished I watched this earlier, I hand washed my (fog coloured) kanken and I scrubbed the areas where it was dirty and now that it's dry those areas have gone lighter and rough.
Ugh same
JIHOON
SAME!!! ☹️☹️
Same
Me too, the same. I was in shock that bag so expensive, can be so shitty 😏
Hi, please help! I stored my kanken G1000 bag and I think it became moldy. I've tried cleaning with this method multiple times but the stench is still there. How should I clean my kanken now? It's still brand new :(
Hi, Sorry to hear this. Mold can be really trick to clean. We have not specific advice I am afraid. There are some "house-hold advice" out there when it comes to mold on fabrics and if you try those, we recommend to try on a smaller area first. Note that if you would use stronger detergents the color can be affected. If you cannot get rid of the mold I recommend to not use the backpack. I hope this helps!
will vinegar or hydrogen peroxide work? how was it? did you end up disposing your kanken?
@@peachbooks3199 I did not try any of those! my mom wiped it down every other day and placed charcoal and pandan leaves in it. we also put in the silica moisture absorber found in food. after using it for a while the stench reduced a lot!
What's the name of the backpack color used in this video?
Hi, It is the Kånken original (16L) and the color is royal blue.
Can I use same method for cleaning my Kaipak?
Yes, you can!
how long does it take to air dry?
A few hours
Wait, no rinsing?
Hi, may I know if we can clean the interior the same way? Thanks
Yes you can!
@ thank you!
they didnt even wash a dirty part lol they should have done the whole thing or a part that is visibly dirty
My paint is scratching on the sign how do I fix this?
Or prevent it
You can use rubbing alcohol
Instructions unclear, my pet elephant is stuck in my toaster
Seriously guys, don't even think to use the hard side of the sponge. I use that to clean my kanken (so I can get rid of the dirt) and after I dried it the color just faded....
Hi! My jeans bled onto the bottom of my bright pink kanken. Is there anyways to save it? please help :(
Hi, We don´t recommend stronger detergents on the backpack. Bile soap can be used but I cannot tell if it will remove the stain unfortunately.
The exact same thing happened to me! And my kanken is bright pink too.
After 2 months I assume you have already found a solution, please help
What on earth is a bile or mild soap? I'm from chile, and I have no idea what those are so I can try to look for them :(
Hi, Bile soap is maybe not found in your region, but a mild soap is a soap that is gentle for the fabric and color. The opposite is a strong detergent which can bleach the fabric for instance
what 'mild detergent' would you recommend? are we talking about diluted dish soap? laundry detergent? baking soda/vinegar?
Baking soda and vinegar is a classic house hold solution which usually work great. Dish soap can be effective on oil stains. If you go to a supermarket they have milder soaps which does not affect color
@ thanks for the quick reply
Hi, how to wash the artic fox art series? Is that same?
Hi, Yes it is the same.
By accident I washed my bag with green dish soap and it’s now green could yous help me find a way to fix it because I only got it a few days ago( it’s the bright yellow colour)
Hi! The backpack is washed with luke warm water and a soft brush, and we don´t recommend stronger detergents. Please try with washing it with luke warm water. For severe stains like oil, bile soap is effective.
sorry but does not work for my kanken its one of the darker red kankens and it is almost black at the bottom
The reason Why I got A black one😂
@@phaar5203 does it get kinda white scuffs? because i saw that happening and wanted to get a black/super grey (dark grey) one but didn't know 😂❤️👍
Laney Johnson my black one has cat fur and random white and green scratches all over it... I’ve been using it for about a month now and i think it’s ready for a wash 😳😳
could you give example for kind of mild detergen ?
Hi, For example bile soap or a mild soap
My mom washed it in the washer, it got all wrinkled, now she straightened it with ironer, is that okay to do? P.s. I have the baby pink one, and it has some white little spots after I washed it
Hi, The fabric is 100% vinylal, so if you use an iron with too much heat the fabric can melt. But if the fabric is OK after your procedure she was careful enough. We don´t recommend to use the iron on the Kånken. If there are white spots on the fabric, the color has been affected after the machine wash, and there is nothing to do about it unfortunately. Have a nice day!
@ white spots emerge both my bags and I have never washed it.
@@holistic7980 Hi, White spots or stripes, especially at kinks and edges can occur with use and are property of the material and cannot be avoided. The fabric will also get like a patina finish with time/use.
Haha I have the exact same one and dirt shows so much on it
can we apply this method to the inside of the bag? mine got mold in it 😢
Hi, Yes, same washing method on the inside. Mold can be really trick to remove unfortunately. There are some advices "out there" with vinegar which can help. We don´t recommend stronger detergents, but if you would use that please try on a little spot on the backpack first to see the result. The color can be affected. It the mold is not possible to remove, we recommend to not use the backpack.
@ thank you! 🤍
looks exactly the same, that kanken looks a little bit faded or is it my idea?
É normal as letras vermelhas irem saindo ? Como reparar ?
Hi, Of course with wear and tear the logo can be affected. Please contact the nearest reseller to see if our service center in the region can replace the logo.
Why was this in my recommended
Went on holiday and a facial oil spilled on mine, what would you recommend would make it disappear ?
Hi, Try with bile soap which is effective on oil. Stronger detergents might affect the color.
Fjällräven thank you, so far I tried Marseille soap and it’s been somewhat effective but it hasn’t fully disappeared yet, so I’ll try that :)
can anyone tell me how to fix the rusty buttons??
mine is a printed one, is is the same process?
Hi, Yes, it is.
will your bag still be water resistant?
Yes, it will.
Yeah but like you do you clean the inside? This seems pretty impractical...
I tried this on my Re-Kanken and it didn't really work, the dirt stains are still there. Could anyone recommend any methods?
Hi, Try with bile soap which is effective and gentle on the fabric. We don´t recommend stronger detergents.
Is it classic or mini one?
This is a regular size Kånken, not mini!
Which colour is that? Royal blue?
Hi, Yes, it is the royal blue
Does it need to wet the kanken after the detergent?
Usually one is rinsing the spot after the detergent is applied.
Is it dish detergent or like downy detergent for clothes?
Hi, We recommend bile soap or mild soap.
how to wash fjallraven 20L raven? it has g1000 material
Hi, Please follow the instructions on the care label inside the backpack. It is washed in luke warm water and a soft sponge/brush. For stains like oil, you can use bile soap which is effective. Stronger detergent is not recommended.
Is this method equall for the fjallraven kanken n2? Bcs of the G1000? Anyone can help?
Hi, Yes it is.
@ hi again! Thanks for replying!
I have another question!
Is the G1000 waterproof our only when it's coated with your Greenland wax? Our does it have any certain resistance to water but gets better with de wax?
@@catarinasantos36 Hi, The G-1000 is not water proof. It is water resistant with the wax.
Is anybody know how to remove the white scuffs on my kanken' front pocket ? ㅠㅠ it's bothering me ㅠㅠ
Hi, If there are white spots/marks on the fabric it is not possible to dye the fabric again. The fabric will be affected with time and use and is a property of the fabric. The fabric will also get a bit softer.
what is the color of this backpack? tags pls
Hi, It is the Royal blue:
www.fjallraven.com/de/en-gb/bags-gear/kanken/kanken-bags/kanken?sku=F23510
Do you remove the seat pad when you clean the entire bag?
Yes, I bit more practical to do so
Do you soak the backpack first?
If the whole backpack is dirty you can do so.
Thank you 😊
I have the same color and it still dirty
Where do I even find “mild detergents”? I NEED TO KNOW
Hi, It is a mild detergent washed by hand, for example bile soap. You can find them as supermarkets.
Fjällräven thank you so much. I didn’t even know you replied to me.😂
Fjällräven but what brand is the bile soap. I looked it up and there are different brands that I am able to use
Hi, We cannot recommend a specific brand unfortunately.
I use Johnson's Baby Shampoo... that's classed as a mild detergent! Hope this is helpful!
Se pueden mojar las asas de cuero ? No sé cómo lavarla sin que se estropeen las asas.
Hi, You only hand wash the fabric on the backpack, not the leather details. With time and use you can use leather oil/leather balm on the leather details.
Where can i find these bags in Lithuania?
Hi, Please find the nearest store in Lithuania here: www.fjallraven.com/customer-service/store-locator/
At ikea
Should i wash it before i used it to retain the color?
Hi, You can rinse the backpack before use.
@ Mine is kanken no 2, will it affect the color degradation? if I’m not rinsing it before?
What is mild detergent?
Hi, It is a mild detergent washed by hand, for example bile soap. You can find them as supermarkets.
@ it is detergent, but mild. Know your facts.
anyone can give me an example of mild detergent? im confused...
you can use a gentle dish soap like dawn or baby shampoo.
also bile soap
thank you :)
its detergent, but mild
i have oil stains on mine and they are soo big and i really don't know how to clean it...
Hi, Our best advise is too use bile soap which is effective on oil and gentle to the fabric and color. We don´t recommend stronger detergents. I hope this will help you.
I got alcohol based marker on my kånken!what do i do??
Hi, I am afraid we don´t have a special trick to remove that kind of stain.
Fjällräven I figured it out!Use a small amount of rubbing alcohol and it wont even ruin the pigment on the bag!
@@nefelly Great to hear!
So my dog peed on my kanken and now it smells horrible, will this help the smell go away ?
pee on it yourself
❤️
What i do when i was a rain?
you drip
I just wash mine in my washer. LOL.
WHAT
Is that bag in color graphite ?
Hi, It is the color Royal blue
@ thank you 😊
Uhhhhh!
My bags ruined now I put it in the washing machine
😭😭😤
Connie Cc huhhh I did iT 2 And my bag is Just normal.what color do You have
dumbass
My bag has been painted with oil colors. What will I do ?!💔💔
Will become uglier form!):
Mine did too
I’m probably too late to propose my idea but you could try to put some pins or patches to cover the stains
Lara Ravenclaw ok):
It happened to me the other day and I kind of freaked out in class. With a cloth lightly dipped in paint thinner I patted the stain and seemed to go away without damaging the fabric. I must note though that my backpack is a sand color, not too vibrant nor dark, so idk what the result can be with other colors.
So many Kanken videos don’t specify the color! 😭 Or even if they say it halfway through the video, it’s not in the video description at all
the patch in my kanken got damaged 💔 idk how to fix it
Hi, Please contact the nearest reseller and they can ask our service center in the region to look at the possibilities to fix it.
whats the color of this kanken
Hej, it is a Kånken backpack in color Navy