The sofa is a type of household furniture that is often used and cannot be avoided from dirt. To keep your fabric sofa looking clean and comfortable for relaxing, here are 9 easy steps you can take:
1. Check the Sofa Care Label
The first step to take is to check the care label on the sofa to determine how to clean it.
This label provides important instructions about the type of sofa fabric and safe cleaning methods, whether it is a cloth sofa or a leather sofa. By understanding this information, you can prevent damage to your sofa at home.
2. Clean the Sofa with a Vacuum Cleaner
A dirty sofa must be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner first to remove dust and dirt particles stuck to the sofa.
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to gently clean the gaps and surface of the sofa. This step is important to ensure the sofa remains clean and free of dirt.
3. Test the Sofa Cleaning Fluid
Before applying cleaning fluid to the entire surface of the sofa, you should test it first on an area that is not too visible.
This is to ensure that the cleaning fluid does not cause discoloration or damage to the fabric. Use a clean cloth slightly dampened with cleaning fluid and then rub it on the area you want to test. Leave it for a while and check the results.
4. Clean the stain with wet wipes
For stains that have just appeared and have not yet penetrated into the fibers, use a wet tissue to clean them. Wring out the tissue until it's not too wet, then gently wipe the stain.
Rub the stain slowly until it disappears. Avoid rubbing too hard because it can spread the stain further. Wet wipes are effective for cleaning a dirty sofa without getting the sofa fabric excessively wet.
5. Brush the Sofa with a Soft Brush
Use a soft brush to remove dirt stuck to the sofa. Wet the brush with a little soapy water or special cleaning fluid for sofas, then brush gently following the direction of the fabric fibers.
If you feel it's not clean enough, brush in a circular motion to clean stubborn stains. Make sure to use a brush that doesn't damage the fabric of the sofa so that the sofa still looks like new.
6. Wipe and Dry
After cleaning the sofa with cleaning fluid and a brush, wipe the sofa with a clean cloth and dry it well. This clean cloth will help absorb any remaining cleaning fluid.
Make sure the sofa is completely dry before using it again to prevent unpleasant odors and the growth of mold or moisture.
7. Dry in the sun
If possible, dry the sofa in the sun to dry the sofa naturally. Sunlight helps remove moisture and prevents mold growth on the sofa fabric.
If this is not possible, you can use a dryer or fan to dry the sofa. Make sure your sofa is completely dry, to prevent the growth of mold and unpleasant odors.
8. Maintain your sofa regularly
Caring for fabric sofas and leather sofas regularly is the key to keeping the furniture in good condition.
Wash the sofa regularly and use appropriate detergent to clean it. Follow the manufacturer's recommended care instructions for best results.
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9. Check and Repair Damage
Check the sofa regularly to see if there is damage or spots that are starting to stain. If you find minor damage, repair it immediately before it gets worse. Caring for your sofa regularly will keep it clean and comfortable for relaxing on.
By following the steps above, you can easily keep your fabric sofa clean, durable and comfortable to use. Cleaning the sofa regularly will also help prevent stubborn stains and make the sofa look dull.
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