Cleaning Tips on How to Properly Clean Upholstered Furniture

Upholstered furniture needs cleaning.

Proper cleaning prolongs the life of furniture items.

In the article we will talk about how and with what to clean furniture with fabric upholstery.

Before you start cleaning, make sure you have all the supplies at home.

What you need

For cleaning, you will need:

• Vacuum cleaner;
• Brush;
• Cleaning agent for upholstered furniture (or powder for delicate washing);
• Microfiber cloth;
• Cleaning steamer.

How to clean upholstered furniture

Before cleaning, test the reaction of the fabric to the cleanser on a small area.

To properly clean furniture, follow these steps:

1. Remove covers from furniture and remove pillows.
2. Wash pillows and covers in the washing machine if allowed by the manufacturer.
3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the creases between furniture.
4. Remove dirt, debris, hair in crevices with a brush.
5. Use furniture cleaner and a damp microfiber cloth to remove dust, dirt and stains from fabric upholstery.
6. Absorb excess moisture with a clean cloth.
7. Leave upholstered furniture to dry outdoors, such as on a terrace or near a window.

To remove dust mites from furniture, use a handheld steamer at the end of cleaning. The device removes dirt, dust and small insects from the fabric.

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• 17 April 2023

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