Cleaning a fabric sofa

The fabric sofas are comfortable, attractive and versatile. They can also be a little painful to clean especially if you don't know how to do it. Fortunately, we like to facilitate your task, which is why we have compiled in this article the different methods to easily clean a fabric sofa. 

 

The splashes and tasks are inevitable, but rest assured, you don't need to cover your plastic sofa to protect it!

Before you start

Is your fabric sofa accompanied by documentation or maintenance instructions? If this is the case, be sure to check this before cleaning because the manufacturer may have included detailed cleaning instructions. 

Also be sure to check the sofa label, as it probably contains information on cleaning methods that may and cannot be used.

Quick cleansing of fabric sofa: weekly

Quick cleaning of your fabric sofa is recommended once a week to avoid the accumulation of dirt or other unwanted particles. 

The vacuum cleaner is what you need, making sure that the suction is strong enough to eliminate all the dirt housed in the fibers of the fabric. Do not forget to vacuum under the cushions and on the sides.

Deep cleaning fabric sofa: at least once a month

Depth cleaning is the moment when you are really going to eliminate dirt or tasks and ensure a long lifespan on your fabric sofa. 

There are a number of approaches that you can adopt to clean up in depth; Always be sure to check those compatible with your type of sofa by consulting the manufacturer's label or instructions. 

How to clean a sofa with baking soda

Soda bicarbonate is ideal for eliminating light stains on fabric sofas. It can also be useful for eliminating odors and restoring freshness. 

The process is simple, just sprinkle the baking soda on the sofa, with good uniform coverage. Let it act between 20 minutes and an hour before vacuuming with a brush. Soda bicarbonate will imprison dirt facilitating you the cleaning of the fabric sofa. 

Eliminate bad odors from the fabric

The owners of animals will testify to this, the odors can take on fabric sofas in an unpleasant way. Fortunately, they are very easy to manage.

You can use a fabric deodorizer purchased in store or, alternately, try to use baking soda. Simply sprinkle the powder over the entire surface, let stand overnight and vacuum in the morning.

Elimination of spots on a fabric sofa

This is the scenario feared by many owners of fabric sofas: your drink reverses while you relax on your comfortable fabric sofa. 

Just remember that the golden rule here is to act quickly. The more a task on a fabric sofa stays longer, the more difficult it can be to eliminate. 

Sweet elimination of fabric sofa

The first step is to hope that the task is quite light and requires a simple and fast solution. To find out, simply dab the affected area with a sponge soaked with a little dishwashing liquid and cold water. 

Be careful not to rub the task because it can worsen things. Everything you have to do is stamp.

Just rinse the sponge and wipe the remaining excess soap, then dry it with absorbent paper or a dry cloth. The fabric can take a little time to dry completely. 

Important : Make sure this operation is only carried out if your sofa is suitable for water cleaning. The maintenance tips for your sofa will allow you to know if this is the case or not.

Get rid of the most stubborn stains

If the above method has failed, do not panic. There is a wide range of tasks elimination products available in supermarkets or hardware stores. 

If you decide to use a stain remover, the golden rule is to always test the cleaner first on an isolated and discreet area of ​​the sofa. Indeed, certain products are very powerful and can cause discoloration of the fabric. 

Repeat if necessary

If the stain persists after each of the above steps, you may just have to rinse and repeat the operation. 

Repeated applications are often necessary for tenacious tasks. It's tiring and frustrating, but continue and you will end up having the task.

Alternative methods for removing stains

If you prefer to avoid chemicals to remove stains, some of the following elements may interest you. Please note that none of these solutions is guaranteed. If in doubt, stay on solutions purchased in stores and always read the label!

Salt

Salt has a thousand and one use in the house, and one of them is that it can be a powerful stain remover. Immediately after a reversal, cover the stain with a pile of table salt and let stand overnight. You should see that a large part of the task was absorbed by salt before it can really penetrate the fabric. Salt is considered a practical solution for small tasks, but less suitable for the most important.

Steaming a sofa

If your sofa is suitable for wet cleaning, steam can be a very effective method for eliminating tasks. You don't necessarily need a steam cleaner either - try to use your iron on a short distance from the surface. 

How to clean blood from a sofa

Unfortunately, accidents occur. If you have an accident that has caused one or two blood spots on your sofa, it will naturally take it as soon as possible to avoid long -term damage or tasks.

Depending on your type of sofa, the procedure to follow recommended to fight against a blood stain is the same as an ordinary task, we therefore recommend that you take the same precautions and follow the same steps as those listed above for more common tasks.

A cover to effectively protect your sofa

If despite all these tips, your sofa is stained, you don't necessarily need to change it. Indeed, by covering it with a cover You can find a sofa like new. 

You can also opt for a cover if your sofa is new because it will extend its lifespan. Finally, quality sofa protectors are available for those who do not want to fully cover their sofa with a cover.