6 Tips to Keep Your Upholstery Clean

Your upholstery is probably used a lot. If so, it probably encounters a lot of dirt on a daily basis. Thus, over time, your sofas can accumulate a lot of dirt, dead skin, food stains, crumbs, and bacteria. So clean them regularly to keep them fresh and make them last longer. This guide will give you six tips to keep your upholstery clean.

1. Wipe Spills As Soon As They Happen

When you spill something, it starts to soak into the fabrics of your upholstery. The longer a spilled substance remains on upholstery, the deeper it soaks into the fabric. This results in stains. If you spill something on your couch, blot it immediately with a clean cloth. 

Do not rub anything spilled on upholstery because this may spread the stain and cause it to soak further into the fabric. If a stain remains after blotting a spill, use an equal part mixture of water and vinegar to remove it. If the stain persists, use a spot treatment spray to remove it.

2. Protect Your Fabric

A fabric protector helps prevent stains before they happen. A fabric protector acts as a shield that keeps spills from quickly absorbing into the couch's fabric. This can give you time to wipe away spilled substances from your couch before they stain it. Some fabric protectors also have soil- and water- repellent properties.

3. Dust and Vacuum Regularly

Regular vacuuming is an effective way to remove dust and food particles from your upholstery. It also prevents dirt from embedding itself in your upholstery's fabric. 

You can also use a soft brush to sweep away any dust on the couches gently. Do not use a hard brush, as it may snag the upholstery fabric. If you have leather couches, use a cloth to wipe away dust and food particles. 

4. Clean Pillows and Throw Blankets

If you have pillows and throw blankets on your couches, they also accumulate dust and particles over time. Therefore, do not forget to clean them as you clean your couches. If the pillows have removable covers, throw them into a washing machine inside out. If you are also cleaning your pillows in the washing machine, stick to the gentle cycle, and set it on cold.

Ensure you dry your pillows thoroughly to keep them from developing mold from dampness. If your pillows are not washable, spritz them with water mixed with essential oil, then throw them in the dryer for a while.

5. Avoid Pollutants

Airborne pollutants such as smoke may stain the fabric on upholstery. Other pollutants such as fumes from the kitchen may leave your upholstery with odors. Upholstered furniture can easily absorb odors, so have proper ventilation in the house. 

6. Use Baking Soda

After some time, your couches may not look and smell as they did when they were new. Luckily, you can use baking soda to freshen them up. After cleaning your couches, take a handful of baking soda and sprinkle it on the couch. Leave the baking soda for about 30 minutes. Afterward, vacuum the upholstery again, and make sure not to leave any particles behind.

Also, hire a professional couch cleaner once in a while to clean your upholstery. A professional cleaner will give your coaches a deep clean, restoring them to their original glory. Do not wait for your upholstery to look visibly dirty. Give us a call today, and let us make your couches look new again. We look forward to helping you have clean, fresh, and beautiful upholstery you can enjoy for years to come. Let us know how we can assist you.