No matter what style of furniture you have in your living room, a couch is most likely your anchor piece. The style of the couch establishes the mood in your house. Because of that, you should keep it well-groomed and attractive.
Couches come in a range of different designs and colors. You will find a chic mid-century modern couch and an English roll arm sofa. You can even buy one with a classic tufted Chesterfield look.
Make sure that you keep your couch in good repair and protect it during any moves. After all, the couch is also one of the most comfortable spots in a room. If you need guidance or if you have tougher stains, read on for some DIY tips.
How To Clean A Couch
The couch is the heart of your home. It is the spot where people welcome visiting friends and family. It is also where kids gather for a movie or game night and binge-watch their favorite shows.
It is important to clean your couch for plenty of reasons. One of them is preventing the spread of bacteria. It is a crucial thing today with the pandemic still present and threatening the lives of people.
To increase the lifespan of the couch and keep it looking fresh, you should be prepared to clean up messes fast.
Here are some of the ways how to clean a couch:
● Vacuum the Couch
Clean debris and dirt from the surface of your couch. To do that, you can use a hand vacuum or brush attachment on your vacuum. Make sure to clean the crevices where pet hair, food crumbs, and dirt accumulate. If the cushions are not attached, you should remove them and vacuum both sides.
● Clean the Wood or Metal Areas
Make sure to wipe down the feet and other non-fabric parts of the couch. You can use a solution of warm water and liquid dish soap.
● Determine the Type of Fabric
Look for the tag on the couch. You should read the instructions on how to clean upholstery. The following are the codes you can find on the labels:
WS: Use a mild detergent with a steam vacuum or a dry-cleaning detergent.
S: Only use a dry cleaner detergent.
X: Only use a vacuum. Don’t use water.
W: You can use water to clean it.
● Remove Stains
Stains and dirt are inevitable. Knowing how to clean a couch means you should know how to remove stains. You can use a commercial cleaner. You can also make your own cleaners from the natural ingredients you have in the kitchen.
Keep in mind that homemade cleaners are cheaper and kinder to the earth.
● Cleaning a Couch By Fabric Type
For Fabric Upholstery:
- First, mix 1/4 cup of vinegar, 3/4 warm water, and one tablespoon of dish soap or Castile soap.
- Next, put in a spray bottle and mist the soiled area.
- Then, scrub with a soft cloth until the stain lifts.
- Use a second cloth moistened with clean water to remove the soap.
- After that, dry it using a towel.
For Leather Upholstery:
- First, mix 1/2 cup of olive oil with 1/4 cup of vinegar. Put it into a spray bottle.
- Next, spray the cleaner on the surface of the couch. Buff with a soft cloth.
For Synthetic Upholstery:
- First, mix 1/2 cup of vinegar, one cup of warm water, and 1/2 tablespoon of liquid dish soap or Castile soap. Put it in a spray bottle.
- Then, mist the soiled area and scrub with a soft cloth until the stain is gone.
● Let The Couch Dry
You can use a towel to soak up any excess water remaining on the surface of the couch. Let the couch air dry.
If it is humid, you might want to set up a box fan pointed at the couch for speed drying. Keep in mind that water can cause cushions and fabric to mildew.
Couch Cleaning Tips
Do you have a couch made from a fabric that attracts lint, hair, or dust? You should keep a lint roller on hand that you can use for your couch.
A lint roller works best for a couch that only requires a slight amount of delinting. Although, it can also work for larger jobs. You can also use large pieces of packing tape to de-puppy the couch.
For your leather couch, you can use leather soap and conditioner. They will keep your couch looking clean and fresh.
For a couch made of a fabric that you can clean with water-based cleaner, you can use steam. This way, you can loosen up dirt and stains. Grab your iron and put it on the steam setting. After that, wave it back and forth across any trouble spots on your couch.
Hire Professional Cleaning Services
At least once per year you should have a professional come to do residential cleaning. This is to make sure that your furniture, including your couch, will last as long as possible. After all, the longer the dirt, stains, and debris sit, the more damage it does and it will also be difficult to clean.
Do you need a weekly or biweekly cleaning done in your home or office? Clean My Space CT offers several office cleaning services. We also provide move in/move out cleaning and disinfection services. We make sure that the quality of your cleaning is top-notch. You can send your queries at info@cleanmyspacect.com. You can also reach us at (860) 539-872 or drop us a line here.
