What kinds of vacuum bags are there for storing things and how to use them?

You can get rid of unnecessary littering of your home with various things by turning to modern vacuum bags. Such packaging has become very popular in recent years, since they significantly simplify a person's life. In today's article, we will take a closer look at vacuum bags for storing things and learn how to use them correctly.

Before proceeding to a detailed acquaintance with all the pros and cons of vacuum bags, you should understand what they are.

The items selected for storage are placed in the inside of such a bag, after which it is closed with special fixing clip. Such products for storing things have shown themselves to be very practical and easy to use. This is a great solution for placing things in which there is a lot of air.

We can talk about fluffy jackets, blankets, plush toys and other similar things. It is also very convenient to keep bathrobes, terry towels and even bedding in these bags. However, most often seasonal items are stored in vacuum bags, constant access to which households do not need.

When using high quality vacuum bags the volume of some things can be reduced by about 50-70%.

Today, many people turn to the use of sealed vacuum bags, because they have a lot of positive qualities that make them in demand.

1. In such bags, a rarefied space is maintained in which things are not negatively affected by a dry or excessively damp environment. This can significantly extend the service life of many products.
2. Being in a vacuum bag, things made of any fabrics do not absorb foreign odors into their structure.
3. Properly packed things do not collect dust while in vacuum bags.
4. If things are stored in such tight bags, they will never become objects for the spread of mold and mildew.
5. Negative consequences as a result of exposure to certain environmental conditions are almost completely excluded.
6. In an environment completely isolated from air, neither a moth nor a dangerous dust mite appears.
7. These bags are not disposable. They can be used multiple times.
8. Such packaging turns out to be very simple to use.

Modern vacuum packaging for things has enough advantages, but there are also some drawbacks.... Let us analyze what disadvantages are typical for such products.

1. They are not suitable for storing all items. In no case should you keep many things in such bags.
2. Vacuum bags need to be opened every 6 months to ventilate things a little.
3. Despite the fact that such packages are made of dense polyethylene, they can still be punctured accidentally. Because of this, the tightness of the bag will be broken, and there will be no sense from it.
4. Things that have been in such a package for a long time are strongly and inevitably crumpled. They form noticeable creases that are difficult to smooth out.

Vacuum bags are different. Each of the types has its own distinctive qualities and features that must be taken into account before use.

The most popular bags for storing various things and clothes are instances with a valve. These are great solutions for placing unnecessary things in everyday life. Often, such packaging is used to transport things. To pump out air, it is allowed to use both a portable pump model and an electric one.

Manual pump turns out to be very convenient for packing things in the country. The main disadvantage of such packages is the need to have a vacuum cleaner, so such options are not suitable for travel.

These varieties of vacuum bags are great for travel or long distance travel.... Their main advantage is that when using them, you do not need to use auxiliary means in order to be able to compactly place all things.

Do not put too many different things in one large compression bag. It is better to buy several separate vacuum packs of this type. They can be small. They will be able to neatly arrange all the necessary things and pack them well.

Convenient types of vacuum bags with a hanger are also often equipped with a valve. These packages are ideal for storing suits and dresses.

You just need to take into account that after evacuating the air, the bags with the hanger must not be folded.

Vacuum bags can be of different sizes.

1. Products without a valve are available in small or medium sizes.
2. Small sizes are distinguished by vacuum bags with flavoring.
3. On sale you can also find many large bags designed to store a large number of large items.

Let's consider some of the most common dimensional parameters of such packages.

1. 50x60, 50x40 cm. Such packages easily fit into a standard closet and are suitable for long trips. They are convenient to use for storing baby clothes and light items.
2. 80x60, 90x55 cm and other options are less than a meter in length. Suitable for storage on the mezzanine. Since it is not very convenient to take clothes out of there too often, it is better to place on top what is a pity to throw away or is not too much in demand.
3. From 100x80 to 130x90 cm. Such vacuum packaging is perfect for storing blankets and pillows, off-season wardrobe items. Based on the size, it is recommended to store such packages in niches built into beds or sofas.
4. 90x70, 125x70 cm. If a hanger or hanger is provided in the product, such vacuum packaging is usually used to conveniently place the outer garment in a suspended state. When choosing packaging of this type, it is necessary to keep in mind the parameter of the depth of the cabinet in which they will be located.

Packing things correctly in any type of bag will not be difficult. Even a child can easily cope with such an operation.

Let's consider in stages how to place things for storage in such packages with your own hands.

1. Before packing things in such bags, you need to prepare all clothes and other items for the upcoming procedure. Things must be perfectly clean and dry - make sure that this is the case.
2. If the clothes contain metal parts, zippers or rivets that could damage the integrity of the package, it is recommended to carefully wrap them with paper or foil sheets. You can pre-unscrew the product so that all potentially dangerous elements remain inside.
3. No need to unnecessarily overload the vacuum packaging... Make sure that there is still free space inside it, otherwise you will only be able to fold all the things, but certain difficulties will arise with the closure. Such packages are closed with a special fastener, which usually comes with the kit.
4. It is recommended to carefully stack things before packing.... Thus, it will be possible to use the free space inside the vacuum bags as efficiently as possible.
5. When all the above actions are done, you can proceed directly to the sealing of the bags. To do this, you need to open the valve, connect the vacuum cleaner hose (without attachments) and pump out all the air for about 30 seconds. Do not do this for longer, otherwise the bag may burst.
6. After that, it is necessary to tighten the valve.

It is recommended to store bags with things placed inside in an upright position. Thus, the tightness of the bags will not be compromised.

Modern vacuum bags are incredibly easy to use. But what if there are no such things at home?

To be able to achieve a vacuum, you will need to arrange all the selected things as tightly as possible. Then the bag will need to be tightened tightly, leaving the neck open. Through the hole that remains after this, it will be necessary to remove all the air with a vacuum cleaner, and then tighten the bag tightly with tape. It will turn out to be a good product, however, one-time use. If the package remains unnoticed before damage, over time it will begin to draw air.

Nowadays, many users cannot imagine life without high-quality vacuum bags. Such devices turn out to be very useful in everyday life, so their popularity only grows over the years. Current consumers leave different reviews about such packages. First, let's consider what positive qualities people note in such sealed bags for storing things.

1. Such products significantly save space. - this dignity was appreciated and noticed by many users.
2. The buyers were also pleased that such vacuum bags are reusable. After the first use, they do not end up in the trash, they can be used again.
3. Modern vacuum bags for things seemed to most users very simple and straightforward in operation.... It takes very little time to pack a lot of items.
4. Consumers are also pleased with the wide range of sizes of such packages. This suggests that you can choose the right package for any thing.
5. Like consumers and affordable cost vacuum packaging. Many of these packages cost less than RUB 200.
6. The relevance of such packages was appreciated by users., in whose houses moths live, which is very difficult to get rid of.
7. Things that are stored in such sealed packages do not accumulate dust on their surfaces, moisture does not accumulate on them - these qualities are noted by many users who use vacuum bags for storing things.
8. Many users have noticed that high-quality sealed packages are made from practical and reliable materials that are not easily damaged. Any vacuum bag can be accidentally hooked and torn, so this quality, noted by customers, plays an important role.
9. Similar types of packages seemed to many users useful when traveling on vacation or on a business trip. Thanks to them, there was much more free space in suitcases and bags.
10. Products with hooks and hangers were especially liked by most of the buyers, after all such bags can be neatly hung in the closet, which is a convenient solution.

Modern vacuum bags collect enough positive reviews, most of which are aimed at saving free space. But buyers note not only positive, but also negative aspects of such products.

1. Although these bags are reusable, some buyers were faced with the fact that after the first use, the vacuum bags they bought for further use turned out to be unsuitable.
2. The users also did not like the fact that things in vacuum packaging wrinkle too much. It can be very difficult to get rid of dents and creases.
3. Many buyers are faced with rejection. It is impossible to use defective bags, since they are either made of unusable materials, or are not airtight - different users have noticed different flaws.
4. It is very inconvenient to use such packages without a pump. - this fact is noticed by many buyers.
5. Some users have noted that the vacuum bags they bought exude strange chemical odors that later remain on the things stored inside.
6. A common problem is the lack of space in the package. It is difficult to say how serious this drawback is, because you may not encounter it if you initially buy a package of suitable dimensions.
7. Users are upset that that from time to time in such packages air still accumulates, it has to be periodically pumped out from there.
8. Some buyers came across packaging made of too thin polyethylene.
9. Hooks and hangers, which are provided in many types of such packaging, many buyers found it too flimsy and short-lived.

There were a lot of buyers who did not find any flaws in vacuum bags for storing things. As for the most common negative reviews, here most people talk about defective goods. In many retail outlets, a frank marriage comes across, made of too thin disposable polyethylene, which soon begins to leak air - the whole point of using the packaging in this case disappears.

For information on how to use vacuum bags to store things, see the next video.