{"id":746,"date":"2019-03-21T09:55:07","date_gmt":"2019-03-21T09:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devportal.co.nz\/ucs\/?p=746"},"modified":"2019-03-21T09:55:07","modified_gmt":"2019-03-21T09:55:07","slug":"4-ste-guide-to-cleaning-a-sofa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/upholsterycleaningspecialists.co.nz\/4-ste-guide-to-cleaning-a-sofa\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Step Guide to Cleaning a Sofa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"posting\">Professional Upholstery Cleaning &#8211; Sofas and chairs are not only vulnerable to surface stains, dust, and dirt, but grime can become deeply embedded into the fibres, too. Even if you can\u2019t see the dirt, it\u2019s there, so for cleanliness and hygiene\u2019s sake, cleaning upholstery on a regular basis is very important \u2013 but it doesn\u2019t have to be difficult.<\/p>\n<p>If your sofas and chairs have removable covers, upholstery cleaning is simple: put them through the washing machine, or pop them down to the dry cleaners \u2013 just follow the instructions on the label. If your covers are not removable, however, you\u2019ll need some suitable upholstery cleaning products and easy methods to tackle the stains and dirt. Here\u2019s how to clean upholstery swiftly and effectively \u2013 leaving you time for more relaxing activities.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Which Upholstery Cleaning Products Should I Use?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You can buy upholstery cleaning products from most stores, but there are other products that you can find around the home that will also help to get your sofas and chairs clean.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mild laundry detergent and warm water,<\/strong>\u00a0mixed well to create suds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>White vinegar<\/strong>: This is a good choice for removing surface stains, but you\u2019ll want to use a soapy solution afterwards to give the area an intensive clean. You\u2019ll also want to air the sofa as much as possible afterwards by opening windows or by using a fan to help reduce the smell of the vinegar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baby wipes<\/strong>\u00a0are ideal for spot-cleaning upholstery. They\u2019re very gentle, so they won\u2019t damage the material, and they\u2019re relatively dry, so there\u2019s no chance of over-saturating your furniture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Clean Upholstery in 4 Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Furniture cleaning isn\u2019t a science: try out a few techniques before choosing the one that is right for your belongings. This step-by-step guide explains how to clean a sofa:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Before using any upholstery cleaning products, vacuum the sofa or chair first to remove as much surface dirt and dust as possible. Be sure to use the correct attachments to avoid damage to the material \u2013 a soft brush attachment is ideal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Spot Clean<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0Using baby wipes or vinegar poured onto a strong microfiber cloth, apply to any obvious stains, wiping gently as you go. Remember to test the upholstery cleaning products on an inconspicuous area first.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Overall Clean<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0Using soapy water and a microfibre cloth, gently wipe your sofa with the solution, allowing it to soak into the fabric and tackle the dirt beneath the surface. You only want to use a very small amount of water \u2013 don\u2019t saturate the material.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Dry<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0Some people use a hairdryer to quickly dry a sofa, but allowing it to dry naturally is always the better option, if you have the time. To speed things up, open windows and allow the breeze to help with the drying process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We service our customers all over Auckland and would love to introduce you to our friendly service!\u00a0 Call us today on\u00a0<a href=\"tel:0800 800 382\">0800 800 382<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Professional Upholstery Cleaning &#8211; Sofas and chairs are not only vulnerable to surface stains, dust, and dirt, but grime can become deeply embedded into the fibres, too. 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