Tips to Follow For Sofa Cleaning

If you are looking for the best way to clean your sofa, then this article is for you. Today, we will be discussing how to clean sofas both quickly and easily. This article will give you tips on how to keep your sofa protected against dust mites which can cause allergies as well as provide tips on cleaning sofas properly.

We all want our homes to look its best at all times; however, even the tidiest person among us must admit that picking up after ourselves does not always happen – at least not in a timely fashion! Dust mites accumulate quickly on furniture especially which is why it’s important that you pick up after yourself daily or weekly if possible. Below you will find some information on what type of materials should not be used when cleaning sofas as well as information on how to clean the upholstery of your sofa.

Tips for Sofa Cleaning

1. Schedule A Professional Cleaning Appointment With Us!       

 You can schedule a professional sofa cleaning Perth appointment with experts, or you can do it yourself just by following the steps below. Either way, your upholstered furniture will look its best in no time at all! We recommend that you clean light colored furniture every three months and dark colored furniture every six months to keep them looking their absolute best year-round. By keeping your furniture clean, you are also keeping yourself protected against dust mites who live inside pillows, couches, drapes, carpets, and other fabrics.

2. Vacuuming Your Sofa

Vacuuming your sofa will remove dust particles including dead skin cells accumulated on the surface of your furniture which means that you will be vacuuming away dirt as well as allergens all at once! When you are vacuuming upholstery it is important to move the appliance back and forth instead of in a circular motion to prevent damage to the fabric fibers.

You should also vacuum under cushions along with off of them using an attachment tool that easily reaches into seams where dust accumulates. The easiest way to do this is by placing an attachment hose onto your regular vacuum hose or upright cleaner for added convenience.    

3. Steam-Clean You’re Sofa for a More Thorough Clean

If you want a more thorough cleaning, you can use a steam cleaner to remove dirt and stains from your upholstery. Just follow the instructions of your particular steamer for best results. You should also read the manufacturer’s instructions on how to clean delicate fabrics including microfiber sofas as well as leather couches with grain patterns.

To prevent damage to your fabric, never steam clean it while it is still warm out of direct sunlight or next to any heat source because doing so will cause shrinkage over time if not done properly. Always spot test on an inconspicuous area first before applying steam directly onto any type of fabric for best results.

4. Cleaning Microfiber Upholstery

If you have a microfiber sofa, then it is important that you don’t use any type of water or steam-based cleaning solution because doing so can cause color fading over time while also ruining the fabric fibers themselves. Instead, be sure to add about ten inches of water along with a capful of upholstery cleaner to your steamer’s reservoir before starting it up and applying the solution.

You should always spot test on an inconspicuous area first in order to ensure that the cleaner will not affect the color of your microfiber sofa from one area to another. After this step, simply the steamer’s tool attachment accessories to remove stains and dirt in the same manner that you would when using it on any other fabric.

Cleaning Leather Sofas

You should avoid using water or steam to clean leather because doing so can lead to color loss over time which is why we recommend that you use a damp cloth instead along with an upholstery cleaner formulated for leather couches. Simply apply some of the recommended cleaner directly onto your cloth before wiping away dirt and dust particles stuck on the surface of your sofa. Be sure not to leave excess moisture behind because too much will cause damage making this method only effective for small spills and messes.

5. Condition Your Leather Sofa for Extra Protection And Softness

When cleaning your leather sofa, be sure to condition the surface every few months with a leather conditioner that is formulated for this purpose. The process is very easy and works best when using your fingers instead of a brush to spread the solution evenly across the entire surface. Just apply some onto your palm before working it into all cracks, grooves, and stitching in order to leave behind a protective film. Let it sit for about ten minutes before wiping away excess accumulation or residue with a dry cloth followed by buffing with another clean towel.

6. Refresh Your Drapes and Curtains With One Simple Solution For Extra Protection Against Dust Mites

If you are looking for an easy way to refresh your drapes and curtains then consider making your own static spray that can be applied onto textiles in order to remove dust, dirt, and other allergens while also leaving behind an anti-static solution. To do this, simply mix together one part white distilled vinegar with two parts water along with ten drops of your favorite all-purpose essential oil like lavender or mint (optional). Store this mixture in a spray bottle before spritzing it directly onto your curtains prior to hanging them back up again after the recommended drying time.

7. Cleaning Hanging Curtains

 When cleaning fabric hanging curtains from around your home, you should always use a vacuum cleaner with a narrow wand attachment tool for added convenience. Simply hold the material taut with one hand while holding the wand’s handle in the other before slowly running the brush along the surface of your curtains in a sweeping motion to remove dust, dirt, and allergens.

8. Steam Cleaning the Upholstery for a Thorough Cleaning Experience

Another great way to clean fabric upholstery from around your home is by using a steam cleaner that works by emitting pressurized hot steam into the fabric’s fibers which loosens dirt and other particles before they can be removed with a simple swipe of a cleaning attachment accessory. When using this method, always make sure that you have thoroughly read the product’s manual because applying too much pressure or going over one spot too many times can cause permanent damage to your furniture’s upholstery if it isn’t done properly.

9. Cleaning Mattresses with A Steam Cleaner

If you want to use a steam cleaner to clean your mattress then always make sure that the product has been designed for this purpose because using it on mattresses that are not meant to handle moisture can cause damage over time. Once you have identified a suitable steamer, simply fill its reservoir with distilled water before plugging it in and allowing it nozzles to become fully heated until they turn red hot because placing them directly onto your mattress could result in burns or other injuries.

Then, set the nozzle’s head just above the surface of your bedding while avoiding direct contact with all wooden surfaces and metal components around your bed frame unless instructed otherwise by the product’s manual. If done properly, your mattress should be completely free of stains and germs allowing you to sleep soundly at night without having the added worry of allergen exposure.

10. Refreshing Your Upholstery with a Vacuum Cleaner

If you are looking for a quick way to refresh your upholstery then consider using a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery brush attachment that can suck away loose dust particles as well as allergens that may have made their homes within your sofa’s fabric over time. Unless otherwise instructed, always use circular motions when cleaning in order to avoid causing damage to the fibers because tugging or pulling could cause rips and tears over time if done improperly.