When going on a long work trip or on a long-awaited summer vacation, you want no problems to arise on the road and upon arrival. Unfortunately, the most common problem that travelers encounter when checking their suitcases and hand luggage into the luggage compartment is damage or loss of luggage. You can help avoid such situations by putting covers on your suitcases, which will protect them from damage and help give them a different appearance from everyone else.
Selecting a suitable cover for a suitcase: determining the optimal size
Many people consider purchasing such accessories a waste of money, and some do not even know about their existence, since these things appeared in stores relatively recently. You shouldn’t refuse to buy them, because the cases combine a lot of useful functions, such as:
- protection of the surface, external pockets and compartments from dust, dirt and even moisture;
- easier care, since washing a fabric cover is much easier than removing stains from a case made of genuine leather or artificial suede;
- protection against accidental opening when moving trunks in which too many things have been placed;
- prevention of damage (dents, cracks, damage to the integrity of the skin) and abrasions due to friction on the luggage belt;
- maintaining the external qualities of suitcases, which is especially important for expensive designer models;
- saving the owner of the luggage from the need to pack it with a special adhesive tape, which will prevent accidental opening before being placed on the plane;
- significant extension of the life of the suitcase due to the fact that it covers all the main fasteners, zippers and locks;
- protection against theft, since a suitcase that stands out due to its bright cover is much more difficult to steal than a regular gray or blue trunk.
Table of sizes of suitcases and covers
You can purchase the accessory necessary for protection and decoration in any shopping center or order it through an online store. The main selection criteria include design features, material and, of course, size.
As with the issue of choosing protection for mobile phones or umbrellas, the cover for the suitcase should be selected taking into account the dimensions of the latter. The size of the bag plays a key role in this process, since a package that is too small will not fit on a large suitcase, and a large one will not be able to fully perform its functions.
Before deciding on the size, you need to consider that most travel attributes are measured by height in centimeters or inches (calculated by the sum of the three sides of the product). For convenience, they were divided into several categories: S, M, L.For greater clarity, the parameters have been moved to the table:
Suitcase size | Size cover (in letters) | What models is it suitable for?
| ||
| in inches | in centimeters
| letter designation | ||
| from 9 to 18 | from 45 to 56 | S (resins) | S | with a height of up to 55 cm and a thickness of 40x24 cm |
| from 19 to 24 | from 58 to 65 | M (medium) | M/L | with a height of 65 to 74 cm, a width of 43X50 and a thickness of 27X29 |
| from 25 to 28 | from 65 to 80 | L (large) | L/XL | with height from 75 to 84, width 54 and thickness 34 |
| from 28 | from 80 | XL (extra large) | XL | with a height of more than 80 cm (extremely rare) |
How to determine the parameters of your suitcase
Having familiarized yourself with the general size chart of suitcases and cases for them, you need to find out which category of size range your bag belongs to. To do this you will need an ordinary tape measure or a sewing centimeter.
The procedure for finding out and taking measurements is as follows:
- The suitcase is placed on a hard surface in a vertical position;
- They begin taking measurements from the lowest extreme point without taking into account the wheels, moving upward to the folded handle. The result is height;
- Depth and width are measured taking into account protruding zippers, external pockets and other elements.
By taking measurements in this way, you can obtain indicators that determine the size of the suitcase. If necessary, you can calculate the internal volume by multiplying all indicators together.
Attention! Having decided on the size of the bag, it is important not to lose sight of its shape. For models with rounded and smooth shapes, it is necessary to purchase a case that is exactly the right size. For large luggage carriers with a square body and recessed wheels, you will need to purchase covers one size larger.
Tips and tricks for choosing a suitcase cover
Having calculated the parameters necessary to purchase a case and gone to the store to make a purchase, the future owner of an accessory necessary for any trip may simply “get lost” among the variety of available assortment. Protective covers differ from each other in the following parameters:
- Material. A common non-woven material used for sewing them is non-absorbent, practical and wear-resistant polyester, which is also not too expensive. Low-maintenance stretch spandex. Durable neoprene protects the body from impacts by providing additional shock absorption. PVC products are not particularly durable and have an interesting appearance;
- Clasp type. An easy-to-use zipper is considered the most optimal option, providing complete coverage and protection of the body. Buttons are much less common, as they are inconvenient to fasten and this process takes much more time. Buttons are easier and faster to fasten, however, they fall off more often, leaving behind holes in the fabric. Velcro are considered the most unreliable type to use, as they quickly cease to perform their functions, becoming clogged with dust and small debris;
- Type of construction. The case must have holes for wheels and top and side handles. If there are fewer slots than necessary, this will significantly complicate the transportation of luggage;
- Color scheme. In this matter, you must rely solely on your imagination and preferences. There is a huge selection of models made from plain material in bright or, conversely, muted shades. Designer items with colorful prints and designs are a little more expensive, but they allow you to instantly highlight your luggage on the retrieval line.
If you suddenly need to urgently pack your things and go somewhere, but you still haven’t bought a cover for your suitcase, there is an opportunity to quickly rectify the situation. A little ingenuity and imagination will allow you to keep your suitcase safe and sound without spending a penny. An original cover can be made from an old T-shirt by simply stretching it over the body with the sleeves tucked in.
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