Cleaning a fabric couch using baking soda, cleaning detergents, and more is easier than you think! Don’t allow stubborn stains and ugly spills to get in the way of your decor. Follow this guide on cleaning a dirty sofa to get rid of all stains.
Clean Your Couch
Adding a few drops of vinegar to half a cup of water is an easy and effective way to clean dirty surfaces rapidly. The dirty area should be sprayed with the cleaning solution. The stain may be removed by blotting it with a dry paper towel instead of rubbing it.
Products for Cleaning
Make use of one or a combination of them (for cleaning advice, see below) for optimal results:
- Using a dry brush and a vacuum cleaner
- Caustic soda for baking
- Steamer
- Vinegar
- Steamer
- Towel
Tips for Cleaning Stains from a Fabric Couch
- It’s time to tackle those stains. If a stain or spill happens, you should immediately begin removing it. If you let a stain sit for even a few minutes before treating it, the stain will set in and be more difficult to remove.
- Be sure you follow the directions provided by the maker. Check the label attached to your couch for care instructions before using any cleaning detergents or solutions. Using ineffective or harmful cleaning solutions may cause irreparable harm to furniture.
- Clean up the area by brushing away any dust or dirt with a dry brush. Use a stiff brush made of natural bristles to go over the whole couch; this will help release stains and bring debris and dust to the surface.
- A vacuum. Use a handheld hoover to clean breadcrumbs and other loose particles from your fabric couch before scouring and cleaning the sofa. When cleaning time arrives, you’ll be able to zero in on only the stubborn spots.
- Use baking soda as a cleaner. The cleansing power of baking soda extends well beyond the kitchen. If you sprinkle bicarbonate of soda over the whole sofa, it will absorb smells and help dislodge stains. Make your baking soda solution on stubborn stains by combining equal measures of bicarbonate of soda and water in a basin. Wait for 15 to 20 minutes before using the baking soda in both the dry and wet solution. Use a vacuum with a bristle attachment to remove the baking soda and any remaining discoloration. Always test a small area of your couch with the cleaning solution you want to use before applying it liberally.
- Use the suggested chemicals to deal with any trouble spots. Get started cleaning your sofa using the suggested solution. First, check a tiny, inconspicuous area for discoloration to ensure the product is safe to use within the guidelines. A soft cloth may be used to remove the solution if directed to do so in the manual.
- Use a fluffy towel to dry your upholstered furniture. Any remaining moisture may be removed by patting it with a dry cloth. Any leftover cleaning solution may be easily removed by brushing it away.
- It will help if you let your fabric couch air out. Leave the furniture in the open to dry for the night and wake up to a clean couch!