It's natural for sofas to become dirty with daily use. Food stains, dust, pet hair, and body oils can accumulate on sofas. Sometimes, cleaning can seem daunting.
The sofa is a place in our home where we relax, watch movies, play with the kids, and sometimes even take a nap. But with daily use, it's natural for it to get dirty. Food and drink stains, dust, pet hair, and body oils accumulate on the sofa. Sometimes, cleaning seems like a daunting task, and dry cleaning is the only option. But that's not necessary anymore; you can keep your sofa clean and fresh at home.
Every sofa fabric has a small label called a care tag. This indicates how the sofa should be cleaned. For example, W means use only water-based cleaners, S means use only solvent-based cleaners, or dry cleaning. S/W means use both (water and solvent). X also means vacuum only, avoid moisture. This simple step protects your sofa's color and fabric, and also reduces costs.
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Direct rubbing can set in stains and dirt. So, dry clean first. Get a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment. Vacuum up any dust from the back, sides, and joints of the sofa. Sprinkle baking soda on the cushions and let it sit for 20 minutes, then vacuum up the baking soda. This leaves the sofa feeling light, fresh, and odor-free.
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For W or S/W fabric sofas, mix a drop of dish soap with warm water. Dip a microfiber cloth in the water and wring it out. Gently pat, not rub, the cloth to clean the cushions and hidden areas of the sofa. Wipe down any wooden or metal parts.
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It's crucial to dry your sofa after cleaning. Open the windows or turn on a fan. Don't let anyone sit on it until it's dry. Set the cushions in the correct shape. Proper drying prevents wrinkles and odors.
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Every day use of a sofa can quickly make it dirty. Therefore, vacuum it weekly. Clean up food and drink stains immediately. Remove pet hair regularly. This will keep your sofa looking new longer and reduce allergies.
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A clean sofa makes the room look beautiful and attractive, makes sitting comfortable, keeps the clothes shiny for a long time, saves on expensive dry cleaning, and also improves hygiene and health in the house.
