When it comes to authenticity in the fashion industry, many shoppers are skeptical and left feeling betrayed by what they buy. Fake bags, and in particular, bags coated in polyurethane, are hard to spot and often leave people feeling cheated after a purchase. But what causes these bags to peel their polyurethane coating?
It’s not easy to answer this question cause there can be several factors causing the polyurethane coating to peel. One obvious one is poor manufacturing processes. Bags made with subpar materials or in factories not following safety guidelines could have an accelerated peeling process. Most of these bags can pass quality assurance before leaving factories, but over time, the peeling of the coating can be the result of companies cutting corners in production.
It’s also important to note that poor and improper storage and handling of polyurethane-coated bags could also cause the coating to peel. From too much direct UV light, to extremes in humidity, polymer-based coatings can be affected by this. Furthermore, leaving fake bags in less than ideal conditions, such as in a hot car or in a humid climate, could also cause the polyurethane coating to peel off faster or even be irreparably damaged.
In addition, the environment and use of certain chemicals can damage these bags. Salt water, like from the sea, or any corrosive liquids, such as juices, oils and acids, can cause the coating on the fake polyurethane bags to peel. Even certain cleaning products, or even sweat from the person carrying it, can create accelerated deterioration and ultimately peeling of some of these coatings.
But, what’s more, damage to the fake polyurethane bags can also be caused by contact with abrasive surfaces, like sand, gravel or rocks. It’s important to note that bags coated in polyurethane are not meant to withstand these kinds of abrading surfaces, and can cause serious damage and peeling.
Finally, another possible cause of peeling polyurethane on fake bags is poor finishing procedures. While there could be some great production processes in place during the manufacturing phase, if the fake polyurethane coatings on bags are not properly buffered or sanded after assembly, it can cause premature damage over time, causing the bags to peel.
This just goes to show how complex the production and sale of fake polyurethane-coated bags can be. With all these possible causes, it’s no wonder that these bags can be hard to spot and can ultimately lead to dissatisfaction. What’s more, it can be hard to track down the source of all the potential issues, leaving shoppers feeling deflated and angry.