What about cleaning the sofa?

Cleaning a sofa may seem like a simple task until you get your first coffee stain, pet hair, dented dust in the seams or an odour that doesn't go away despite airing. Therefore, in this guide you will find a concrete answer to the question: what to clean a sofa really works and how to match the cleaning method to the type of fabric. What to clean your sofa? Start with the fabric There is no one-size-fits-all upholstery cleaner. What works on microfibre may damage velour fabric. Therefore, before you apply anything, check what your sofa's upholstery is made of. Most common materials: Velour / velvet - soft, susceptible to soaking, requires remedies in the form of foams or gentle vacuuming, Microfibre / microfiber - abrasion resistant, easy to clean with domestic methods, Synthetic pla ids - relatively stain resistant but can absorb odours, Organic / natural leather - does not like excess water, should be cleaned with a damp cloth and maintained regularly. Daily sofa cleaning - what's good to have on hand? Regularity brings the best results. Instead of waiting until the sofa is visibly dirty, introduce a weekly cleaning routine. What will come in handy? A hoover with an upholstery nozz le - preferably with a soft brush, Dander brush / sticky roller - indispensable with pets, Microfibre cloth - for dry and damp cleaning, Odour neutralising spray - but only without alcohol or bleach. Stains and grime - what about spot cleaning the sofa? Act quickly - the quicker you react to the stain, the better the chance that no trace will be left behind. Below are proven ways to spot clean: Coffee/tea: cold water with a few drops of dish liquid, applied with a cloth (do not rub in!), Grease: baking soda backfill - leave for a few hours, then vacuum, Pen / ink: salicylic spirit or isopropyl alcohol - test first in an invisible area, Red wine: first dry with paper towel, then wash with a solution of water and vinegar (1:1), Animal urine: water with vinegar + baking soda - wash first, then neutralise with baking soda. Ready-made sofa cleaners - what's worth having? If you want to avoid experimenting, you can go for ready-made products available in shops. What works best for cleaning a sofa? 'Household upholstery' type liquids - available in spray form and effective for cleaning light soiling, Furniture upholstery cleaning foams - work well on grease and dust and will not soak upholstery, Odour neutralisers - especially with pets, but choose unscented and biodegradable versions. What to avoid when cleaning your sofa? Even the best product can cause harm if used incorrectly. Avoid mistakes that can permanently damage the fabric: wet scrubbing - can lead to abrasion and deformation of the fabric, using bleach - even diluted, using large amounts of water - especially on velour upholstery and plywood sofas, cleaning with hot water - it can fix the stain instead of removing it. How often should I clean my sofa? This depends on the intensity of use. Example schedule: Vacuuming: 1-2 times a week, Spot cleaning: as soon as you notice soiling, Refreshing the fabric: every 1-2 months with foam or spray, Deep cleaning: 1-2 times a year (e.g. with an extraction cleaner). See all our sofas. FAQ - what do you need to know to clean your sofa? How do I clean a velour sofa? Preferably with a soft brush and special foam for delicate fabrics. Avoid excess water - velour does not like to get wet and can become deformed. Can baking soda be used on all upholstery? No. Baking soda can bleach some fabrics. Always test in an inconspicuous area before applying it to the entire surface. Can a sofa be cleaned with a steam cleaner? Yes, but carefully and only on fabrics that can tolerate it. A steam cleaner can damage upholstery made of velvet or too delicate fibres.