How To Clean Fabric Couch

{Don’t|Do not} let tough stains and messy spills cramp your style – follow this {easy|simple}, step-by-step process {on|about} {how|the best way} {to|best to} {clean|wash} a fabric sofa with baking soda, cleaning {detergents|solvents} and {more|much more}.

How to Clean a {Fabric|Cloth} Sofa for Stains

Get to the stains quickly. 

{As soon as|The moment} a spill or stain occurs, get to {clean|wash} it immediately. Waiting too long before treating a stain – even a matter of a few {minutes|moments} – can cause the stain to set, {making|which makes} it {harder|more difficult} to get out.

Check the manufacturer’s recommendations. 

Before using any cleaning detergents or {solutions|remedies}, check the manufacturer’s {instructions|directions} for {care|maintenance}, which can usually be found on the {sofa’s|couch’s} tags. Failing to use safe cleaning products {could|may} {mean|indicate} permanently damaged upholstery.

{Check|Assess} the cleaning codes {for|to} your {fabric|cloth} sofa. 

You know those random letters on your {sofa’s|couch’s} tags? {Those|These} are actually codes! {Check out|Take a look at} the table below for the list of codes – and what they mean.

Use a dry brush to remove loose particles. 

Go over the {entire|whole} sofa {with|using} a stiff brush with natural bristles to help loosen stains and {bring|attract} dust and {dirt|grime} to the surface.

Vacuum. 

Before {scrubbing and cleaning|cleaning and scrubbing} your fabric sofa, use a hand-held {vacuum|vacuum cleaner} to remove {crumbs and |}any other loose particles. This will make it {easier|much easier} to identify and {focus|concentrate} on troublesome stains when it {comes|is} time to {clean|wash}.

Clean with baking soda. 

Baking soda {isn’t|is not} just for baking – {it’s|it is} also an effective {cleaning|cleansing} treatment. In {fact|actuality}, sprinkling baking soda over the {entire|whole} couch will help to {remove|eliminate} odors and further loosen stains. You can {also|even} use a homemade baking soda solution {for|to} any {areas|regions} of deep-set stains; in a bowl, mix together equal parts baking soda and water. 

For either the {dry or wet|wet or dry} solution, {let|allow} the baking soda sit for 15 to 20 minutes. {Once|When} the baking soda has {fully|completely} absorbed the {stain|blot}, vacuum it up with a brush attachment. And as with all types of cleaning solutions, always {spot|place} treat a test {portion|part} of the {sofa|couch} before cleaning it {fully|completely}.

Spot treat with the recommended agent. 

Begin cleaning your {couch|sofa} with the {recommended|suggested} product. If {you are|you’re} {unsure|not certain} if the product falls within the recommendations, test a small area for any discoloration {before|prior to} proceeding. Whether you use a water-based cleaner or a solvent (or both), follow the {instructions|directions} on the packaging. If the instructions say {it is|it’s} safe to do so, use a soft cloth to wipe {away|out} the {solution|remedy}.

Dry your fabric sofa with a soft towel. 

Pat down any {wet|moist} areas with a dry towel to soak up the residual moisture. Gently brush off any remaining cleaning solution.

Let your {fabric|cloth} sofa air dry. 

{Let|Allow} the upholstery air dry overnight, and {enjoy|revel in} a fresh {sofa|couch} in the morning!

How to Clean a {Fabric|Cloth} Sofa with a Steamer

What {you’ll|you will} need:

{An|A} upholstery steam cleaner. Make sure before using {that |}the manufacturer’s recommendations {state|say} {it is|it’s} safe for a fabric {couch|sofa}. 

{Note|Notice}, {too|also}, that {just|simply} because your {sofa|couch} is water-safe {doesn’t|does not} make it heat-safe. {As with|Just like} other types of cleaners, {always|constantly} test {spot|place} an area {before|prior to} going full-steam (pun-intended)!

{What|Things} to do:

Read the {manual|guide}. {There’s|There is} a reason why a steam cleaner comes with {instructions|directions}. Read them carefully before {beginning|starting}.

• Vacuum {first|initially}. Vacuuming your {sofa|couch} – or anything, for that matter – before cleaning makes it a {whole lot|good deal} easier to {clean|wash} it. Dirt, dust and other loose particles {won’t|will not} get in the way and will {give|provide} your steam cleaner a clean canvas to work from.
• {Keep|Maintain} the air circulated. Turn on a fan and open all the windows in the {room|area} for a {strong|solid} cross breeze. This {will|can} help to keep the air {circulation|flow} strong, preventing moisture buildup and residue.
• Spot test {an area|a place} first. This {step|measure} is so important, it bears repeating. Pick a {small|tiny} hidden spot to {test|check} the cleaner, {such as|like} the back or the inside of the {sofa’s|couch’s} skirt (if it has one, and if the {inside|interior} material is {made|constructed} {of|from} the same {fabric|cloth} as the {outside|exterior} of the {sofa|couch }).
• {Let|Allow} the {sofa|couch} air dry. {Don’t|Do not} sit on the {sofa|couch} while it’s still {wet|moist}. Keep the windows open to help dry out the {room|space}. Be aware that it {may|might} take leaving the {sofa|couch} untouched overnight for it to {fully|completely} dry.
• Vacuum last. Vacuuming again, {once|as soon as} you’ve steamed the upholstery, will help {ensure|make sure} that any dirt that {was|has been} loosened {by|from} the cleaner gets {removed|eliminated}. Just {remember to|make sure you} wait until the {sofa|couch} is {completely|totally} dry before vacuuming!

How to Disinfect a Sofa

{Need|Want} a {quick|Fast} DIY disinfectant spray for {fabric|cloth}? In a spray bottle, mix the diluted essential oil known for its antibacterial properties (tea tree is a {good|fantastic} one) with a {bit of|little} rubbing alcohol. Lightly spray your {sofa|couch}, {let|allow} the solution sit for a {few|couple of} minutes, then run a vacuum {over|within} the {sofa’s|couch’s} surface!