Balls are Senda’s most popular and top-ranked products. Not only futsal and soccer balls, but also beach and freestyle balls. In a previous blog post, we discussed 4 key points you need to know when choosing from our ball line.

Once you have made up your mind and bought the right ball to fit your needs, it is very important that you know how to care for it so that it lasts in good condition for many years. Soon after you start playing with the ball it will not look as pristine as when you first bought it, but follow these tips and you will be able to enjoy it longer than you can imagine.

Keep it clean

It is obvious that balls get dirty after playing with them. That is not a problem at all. After you use it, remove excess dirt or grime from the surface with a wet cloth. It is a simple procedure that will make the ball more durable.  

Caution: do not use detergents or bleaches, which may deteriorate the surface. Leather cleaners or just water are the best options.

Inflate it properly

A properly inflated ball will perform better. Over or under inflating it will impact directly how the ball reacts on the surface where you play. Before practicing, pay attention to the pressure level recommended by the manufacturer that is printed on the ball. Choose a good pump and a good needle. 

Choose the proper surface

Soccer balls have been designed to be used on grass or turf. Futsal balls are meant to be used indoors on hard surfaces. Freestyle balls are ideal to be used on asphalt, pavement, or gravel, while beach balls perform best on the sand. Sometimes you don’t know where you will be playing.  In that case, you may want to consider having more than one type of ball: for daily use, for matches, or simply different balls for different surfaces.