Tuesday, January 2, 2018

The holidays are over and things around the house are calming down.  You look around and realize your new sofa has a stain! What do you do?? Here are some tips for keeping your furniture looking as new as the day it arrived. 

Fabrics can be cleaned in various ways depending on the type of fabric on your furniture. 

1)     Look on the furniture label for some of the following symbols or a symbol indicating type of cleaner to be used:

  • WS– Water base cleaning agents and foam may be used for cleaning. This fabric may also be cleaned with mild, water-free dry cleaning solvents.
  • W–Water based cleaning agents or water-based foam may be used for cleaning.
  • S–Only mild, pure, water-free dry cleaning solvents may be used for cleaning this fabric.
  • X– This fabric should be vacuumed or brushed lightly to remove soil. WARNING: Do not use foam or liquid cleaning agents of any type.
  • V–This fabric should be washed with warm water and mild soap. WARNING: Do not use cleaners or liquid cleaning agents of any type.

2)    Important!  Whichever solution is recommended, always keep in mind that you always want to test any solution in an inconspicuous area.  This will avoid any staining in a visible spot.    

3)    Before cleaning, it’s best to vacuum your furniture, being sure to get between cushions and in crevices to avoid rubbing in further dirt.

4)    Apply the recommended solution with a clean soft rag or microfiber towel and gently blot the treated area. 

5)    Allow the furniture to air dry or follow the manufacturer’s instructions.  Always check this before you beginning cleaning.  

Depending on the use in your home will determine the frequency of the cleaning.
No two homes are identical so there can be no specific amount of times to clean your furniture.  A good rule of thumb perhaps, may be with daylight saving time change.  See how that works for you and your family. 

            By following manufacturers cleaning recommendations and their instructions, you too can perhaps keep your furniture looking as new as possible!  

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