Cleaning fabrics for all types of furniture

No matter how hard you try to protect your furniture, whether it’s in a home with children, pets or your own home, spills, and stains are inevitable. And even if you’re careful and can avoid major disasters and minor stains, carefully cleaning your furniture is an important task that many people forget about. You may not realize how much dirt and dust can build up on your upholstery and affect your health.

That’s why it’s important to regularly and thoroughly clean your sofas and other furniture. Professional upholstery cleaning is the best way to remove stains, but it’s also important to care for your upholstery between cleanings. Here’s what you need to know about cleaning all types of furniture and upholstery.

How do I clean my upholstered sofa?

There are several ways to clean upholstered sofas, some regularly, some long-term, and some for spills.

Dry brushing.

Sometimes you can simply loosen dust and debris with a dry brush and sweep it away. After cleaning, be sure to have something to pick up the mess or vacuum it up.

Hoover

If your sofa is made of fabric, vacuuming works well too. You don’t necessarily need to use water or water-based solutions; you can also use a handheld vacuum to scrub all the nooks and crannies.

Cleaning quilts

Some furniture has covers that can be reattached and washed in a regular washing machine. If you have such covers, check the washing instructions for that material.

Using baking soda

Sprinkling baking soda on a fabric sofa can remove odors and loose stains before vacuuming. You can also make a solution of equal parts baking soda and water for a deep or spot cleaning. Care should be taken when using baking soda on soft surfaces such as microfiber or leather.

Learn more about professional upholstery cleaning and how Clean Couches Sydney can protect and clean you.

How to Care for Leather Furniture

Many people love leather furniture because it is durable and easy to maintain. However, if you have leather furniture, you need to be very careful because many common upholstery cleaners can damage the leather surface and cause permanent damage. Here are some tips for caring for leather furniture.

Wipe up any spills immediately

Always use a soft, absorbent towel or cloth to reduce the risk of scratching the leather.

Keep out of the sun and air

The location of your leather furniture is more important than you think. Leather deteriorates faster if it is exposed to sunlight or near an air vent.

The only way to properly maintain your leather and protect it from damage is to have it professionally cleaned. For more information on hiding cleaning and restoration, use our franchise search engine to find an expert team near you.

Clean your outerwear naturally

No matter what type of furniture you have, Clean Couches Sydney can help you deep clean, restore and protect it from future damage. And we do it the natural way. Our process is non-toxic and free of harmful chemicals used in many other cleaning products and processes. In addition, 98% of non-biological allergens* are removed from upholstery, improving indoor air quality and contributing to our customers’ health.