Travelling puts suitcases through their paces: they are transported, loaded, stacked and come into contact with rough surfaces, metal, plastic or rubber on baggage carousels or whilst being handled alongside other items of luggage. This is why even high-quality TITAN suitcases can develop scratches, scuff marks, small dents or other signs of wear and tear.
TITAN The scratch resistance of suitcases varies depending on the shell material. However, ‘scratch-resistant’ does not mean ‘scratch-proof’: scratch-resistant surfaces are less prone to visible scratches and do not scratch as easily during everyday travel – but signs of wear and tear cannot be completely prevented due to the nature of everyday luggage use.
With TITAN ’s polycarbonate hard-shell suitcases, the specially developed matt surface with a microstructure ensures that visible scratches in the material are significantly reduced. Marks on this surface are often not scratches in the material itself, but superficial abrasion marks, e.g. caused by contact with rubber, plastic or metal. In many cases, these can be removed with a damp cloth or a mild cleaning agent.
TITAN Aluminium suitcases may develop scratches, dents and a natural patina with use. These marks are characteristic of the material and give each aluminium suitcase a more individual look over time. For many people, it is precisely this patina that makes using an aluminium suitcase so appealing. In the case of non-silver, coloured aluminium suitcases of all brands, deeper scratches may penetrate the anodised coloured surface layer of the suitcase shell, revealing the silver aluminium in its natural colour within the scratch.