Fabric sofas look great in any home and provide warmth, comfort, and style to your living spaces. Still, they can be challenging to clean, especially if stains are allowed to sit for a prolonged amount of time. No one wants to deal with stains on their fabric couch. But, if you happen to get a spot on your couch, we have you covered. We’ll review all the steps you need to know to clean your fabric couch. These house cleaning tips will help get your sofa back into tip-top shape in no time.
Cornelius House Cleaning Tips: How to Clean a Fabric Sofa
Take Care of The Stain Promptly
You never want to leave any liquids or dirt sitting on the fabric. The longer you let the stain sit, the harder it will be to clean. So, try to take care of the stain as quickly as possible.
Check the Tags on the Couch
Don’t put fabric cleaner on your couch. First, check the manufacturer’s recommendations. This way, you will know exactly how to clean the fabric. Generally, this information is on the tags attached to the sofa.
Use a Bristle Brush
A brush or bristle tool is recommended. This tool will help eliminate dust and other particles and make it easier to remove the stain.
Vacuum First
A vacuum is used to remove crumbs and other particles. Vacuum the fabric before applying a cleaning solution to the stain so loose debris isn’t ground into the fabric while cleaning.
Use Baking Soda
Baking soda can be used on a small portion of the couch. Put the baking soda on the stain in wet or dry form, rub it in with the bristle tool, and then let it sit for at least fifteen minutes. Afterward, you can vacuum up the dried baking soda residue.
Apply Cleaning Agent
If the stain is still not gone or fully absorbed by the baking soda, you can use a cleaning agent. Test the spot cleaner on an unseen area of the sofa fabric to ensure it will not discolor the fabric. If there is no problem, use the cleaner on the spot according to the package directions.
Use a Towel to Dry the Couch and Let it Air Out
Once the cleaning solution has been used on the couch, you can start to dab a towel on the spot to dry the sofa. Do this using a gentle blotting action, and then allow your couch to air dry overnight.
The Organic Maids in Cornelius NC
By using these house cleaning tips, your sofa is looking great. Do you want the rest of your house to match? Contact The Organic Maids. Our team will get your home sparkling clean. Call 704-266-1150 and set up an appointment today.