Avoid water, harsh chemicals and scratching. Store your straps safely when not in use and polish them with a polishing cloth to make it shinier. The fibers in tissue cloths can sometimes cause micro scratches on your straps – an ironic mistake you’ll want to avoid.  Don't submerge in water, wash dishes or do sport with the our straps (don't put the straps in contact with water or sweat). Even the straps are stainless the apple watch adaptors can be damaged.