Services
Insurance
Loans
Repairs
Advice
About

How do you clean car seat straps?

Can you wash the straps on a car seat? I want to give my child's car seat a thorough cleaning but I'm not sure where to start.

avatar
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“The best way to clean car seat straps is to use dish soap, warm water, and a clean cloth.
Kids can be sticky little creatures—nothing proves this more than how dirty their car seats get! To clean a car seat well, shake it out, vacuum crumbs and debris (if needed), and then wipe down dirty areas.
You may have to hit the extra sticky parts—like the straps—twice to get rid of all the gunk and buildup. Above all, never use harsh chemicals when cleaning car seat straps. This can damage the fibers of the straps, causing them to lose their strength.
It goes without saying that you should always practice
safe driving
, as well. Bonus—drivers who do so can typically save money on their car insurance. To get cheap car insurance quotes fast, look to
Jerry
. The Jerry app gathers affordable quotes, helps you switch plans, and can even assist in canceling your old policy.”
View full answer 
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

√
No long forms
√
No spam or unwanted phone calls
√
Quotes from top insurance companies
Find insurance savings