3 Ways to Wrap Luggage in Plastic at Home

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Wrapping your luggage in plastic can help deter thieves, keep your bag clean and dry, and keep your items intact if your zipper breaks. If you're interested in wrapping your luggage, you'll need either a commercial stretch wrap or some luggage plastic wrap. Start by holding the edge of the wrap against your luggage and wrapping around the middle. Keep the wrap as tight as you can to seal your bag properly. Once you’ve wrapped the sides, wrap your luggage from top to bottom. When you’ve finished, secure the end with a stretch of packing tape or duct tape. Then, cut out holes for the wheels and handle if you need to. Keep in mind that there’s a chance security will cut off your plastic wrap at the airport to check your luggage. For more tips, including how to protect your luggage without wrapping it at home, read on!

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