To get maximum value and utility from one's sofa, one should take proper care of its material. Cleaning is one of the primary maintenance procedures that should be done. Here are tips on how to clean and maintain sofa upholstery.
Remove Stains While They're Still Fresh
Waiting for days to get rid of stains is unwise; it can take hours to remove them if they penetrate to the material's root layers. To prevent this, remove the stain from the material while it is still fresh. This will not only prevent the spill from ruining the entire material, but also impede the stain from spreading to the underlying wood. Blot the spill with a piece of microfiber cloth to minimize its spread to unaffected sections of the material.
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Vacuum the Material before Cleaning
Most vacuums today offer high suction power. When planning to clean material that is full of spots and stains, it is imperative to first vacuum to absorb dust, dirt and other forms of debris. It will be more difficult to remove dust and dirt once the fabric is wet. Most vacuum cleaners also have a special attachment to get rid of debris trapped in cracks and crevices.
Determine the Type of Cleaner
Knowing the type of fabric will help choose the right cleaner. Most fabrics have a cleaning tag to help one to know which type of cleaner to use. For instance, W means that one can use water-based cleaners; S means that one should only use water-free or dry solvents. WS means that it is okay to utilize water-based or dry cleaning solvents, and X implies that neither water-based nor dry solvents should be applied. The X code is often indicated on leather sofas that require a professional cleaning.
Below are two tips on how to deal with common types of stains.
Dark Stains on Light-Coloured Leather Upholstery
It is possible to get rid of dark stains by making a paste with one part cream of tartar and one part lemon juice. Rub the paste on the stain and let it soak in for ten minutes before applying another layer of paste. Apply moisturizing soap to a damp sponge and use it to wipe off the paste from the material. Note that one may need to apply the paste more than twice when dealing with very dark stains.
Ink Stains
Ink stains can be removed by dipping a piece of cotton wool in 70% isopropyl rubbing alcohol and applying it to the spot. For stubborn ink stains, apply a thick coat of non-oily cuticle remover. Leave it overnight, and then wipe it off the following morning using a damp cloth.
These are the most important steps that one needs to take when cleaning sofa upholstery. If one is unsure of how to about the process, it is recommended to hire a professional cleaning company.
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