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The world does not end with a stained sofa. If you act quickly and efficiently, all stains can be removed. And you don’t have to call the pros to do it. With just a working knowledge on cleaning methods, you can do the cleaning yourself. And all you need to clean can be found on your very own cupboard. Follow the cleaning tips below and see the results:
Vacuum your sofa regularly to remove dust. This method of cleaning not only makes your sofa dust free but it can prolong the fabric’s colors as well. With your sofa dust-free, your living room will become more hygienic and a better area for you and your family.
Sheets need regular maintenance. So replace those slip covers or drop sheets and put them in the washing machine. Remember to check the washing instructions before washing them. Some fabrics discolor if washed with strong detergent. And there are fabrics that are dry clean only. Better be safe than sorry; all it takes is to check the tag.
Don’t wait for stains to set and harden. You can easily get rid of water based stains by dabbing them with a cloth wet with warm water. The longer you wait the harder it is to remove the stain so you need to act quickly.
For oil-based stains, they can be removed by applying mild detergent to a wet cloth. Just dab the area a little bit and let the detergent do its magic. Don’t rub vigorously as that may ruin the cloth. After dabbing with the detergent, follow it up with a dab from a wet cloth. Dish washing liquid works best with its grease cutting power. But before doing this, test the detergent in an inconspicuous area of the sofa and see if discoloration happens. Don’t use this method if it does discolor.
For stains that include some odor, it’s best to mix some vinegar with water. With a kitchen towel, dab the mixture on to the stain. The acid in the vinegar loosens the stain, making it easier to remove. Plus, vinegar acts as a disinfectant and deodorizer. Again, test in an easy-to-hide area first.
Old sofas develop a moldy smell. Get rid of odor in your sofa by mixing baking soda with water. Use a spray bottle to spray mixture on to your sofa. Do this regularly but make sure not to spray too much. You don’t want the insides to get wet.
This method is harder and riskier. Alcohol and nail polish remover can definitely discolor most fabrics. You want to be real careful when doing this. What you do is to dip a q-tip in alcohol or nail polish remover. Gently rub the wet tip on the ink or paint stain. Make sure not to go over the stain as this will definitely discolor that area. As the stain gets lighter, finish it off with a wet cloth. This won’t guarantee total removal but this method will surely lighten the stain.
Bed bugs and other organism will breed inside the cushions. They love the heat and humidity from all those fillings that puff up the cushions. The only way to kill these creatures is to bake them. Sun-dry your sofa for at least 4 hours and that will absolutely kill these creepy crawlies (and their eggs too).
Nobody likes a dirty and smelly sofa. Follow these simple tips for a cleaner and fresh-smelling sofa today.
Tip #1: Maintain your Sofa with Constant Vacuuming
Vacuum your sofa regularly to remove dust. This method of cleaning not only makes your sofa dust free but it can prolong the fabric’s colors as well. With your sofa dust-free, your living room will become more hygienic and a better area for you and your family.
Tip #2: Regularly Wash The Slipcovers or Drop Sheets
Sheets need regular maintenance. So replace those slip covers or drop sheets and put them in the washing machine. Remember to check the washing instructions before washing them. Some fabrics discolor if washed with strong detergent. And there are fabrics that are dry clean only. Better be safe than sorry; all it takes is to check the tag.
Tip #3: Quickly Remove Non-Oil Based Stains With Warm Water
Don’t wait for stains to set and harden. You can easily get rid of water based stains by dabbing them with a cloth wet with warm water. The longer you wait the harder it is to remove the stain so you need to act quickly.
Tip #4: Get Rid of Minor Stains with Mild Household Detergent
For oil-based stains, they can be removed by applying mild detergent to a wet cloth. Just dab the area a little bit and let the detergent do its magic. Don’t rub vigorously as that may ruin the cloth. After dabbing with the detergent, follow it up with a dab from a wet cloth. Dish washing liquid works best with its grease cutting power. But before doing this, test the detergent in an inconspicuous area of the sofa and see if discoloration happens. Don’t use this method if it does discolor.
Tip #5: Tougher Stains need Tougher Mixtures: Vinegar is your Friend
For stains that include some odor, it’s best to mix some vinegar with water. With a kitchen towel, dab the mixture on to the stain. The acid in the vinegar loosens the stain, making it easier to remove. Plus, vinegar acts as a disinfectant and deodorizer. Again, test in an easy-to-hide area first.
Tip #6: Deodorize your Sofa with Baking Soda
Old sofas develop a moldy smell. Get rid of odor in your sofa by mixing baking soda with water. Use a spray bottle to spray mixture on to your sofa. Do this regularly but make sure not to spray too much. You don’t want the insides to get wet.
Tip #7: Remove Paint and Ink with Alcohol or Nail Polish Remover
This method is harder and riskier. Alcohol and nail polish remover can definitely discolor most fabrics. You want to be real careful when doing this. What you do is to dip a q-tip in alcohol or nail polish remover. Gently rub the wet tip on the ink or paint stain. Make sure not to go over the stain as this will definitely discolor that area. As the stain gets lighter, finish it off with a wet cloth. This won’t guarantee total removal but this method will surely lighten the stain.
Tip #8: Kill All the Creepy Crawlies Living in the Cushion by Sun Drying Your Sofa
Bed bugs and other organism will breed inside the cushions. They love the heat and humidity from all those fillings that puff up the cushions. The only way to kill these creatures is to bake them. Sun-dry your sofa for at least 4 hours and that will absolutely kill these creepy crawlies (and their eggs too).
Nobody likes a dirty and smelly sofa. Follow these simple tips for a cleaner and fresh-smelling sofa today.
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