How to keep your sofa clean and stain-free (even if you have kids)

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You have pee stains from all mattresses away in your home, be for simple DIY projects attacked and have less clutter in your house . Well done! Next step: take a closer look at your living room furniture. If you haven't cleaned your sofa lately , don't worry, we won't judge it. However, it does need to be cleaned regularly to keep bacteria, stains, and odors away. Your sofa is undoubtedly a very busy piece of furniture, which means that there is always a lot of hands, feet and buttocks on it. It's likely that the crumbs in the sofa cushions are constantly spinning. It is therefore important that you get into the habit of cleaning your sofa. How do you clean a sofa? Here you can find all the tips you need.

How to clean a fabric sofa

You should always check the manufacturer's recommendations before cleaning any furniture. There may be a label on your sofa. If not, see if you can find the answer online. You don't want to damage the fabric if you accidentally use the wrong cleaning method.

You can find a key to cleaning your sofa that contains:

• WS: Use a chemical detergent or a mild detergent with a steam vacuum.
• W: Use water for cleaning.
• X: Use only a vacuum cleaner, not water.
• S: Use only detergents.

Now that you get it, let's clean it up. The first thing to do is collect all the debris. Use a dry brush, vacuum cleaner, or handheld vacuum to loosen and sweep up dirt and crumbs.

If you need to shampoo the sofa, follow the appropriate instructions for your sofa fabric (water, detergent, or a combination) from there. Then rotate the sofa cushions to prevent them from falling out in one place.

How to remove stains from a sofa

Sofa stains are inevitable when you have young children. If you have a sofa that can be cleaned with a detergent, you're in luck because stains need all the help they can get. If your stain is still damp, remove as much of the liquid as possible first. Sprinkle with baking soda and let sit long enough to absorb some liquid. Vacuum or wipe off the baking soda and treat the stain with a suitable detergent. You can use a solution of detergent, water, and even vinegar. You can also add lemon juice if it won't damage the fabric. However, test a cleaning solution on a small piece of material that is not visible (in case it is spoiled).

Spray or apply and let sit with your cleaning solution to remove the stain. Repeat this process as often as necessary. Hope you attacked the stain quickly as this increases the likelihood that it will wipe off. After treating the stain, rub off the rest of the liquid with a dry towel and let it air dry completely.

How to clean a smelly sofa

If your sofa is vacuuming, first clean it thoroughly, including with soap (if the fabric allows it). You can use a steam cleaner for deep cleaning. After cleaning the sofa, spray the sofa with deodorant to ensure a continuous, fresh smell.

If the odor is due to something that has left a stain (such as urine), follow the instructions to remove the stain, then hit the couch with a spray deodorant.

How often should you clean a sofa?

Cleaning your sofa weekly is not a bad idea, but it doesn't necessarily mean a thorough clean. Make a habit of vacuuming the sofa every time you vacuum the floor to keep dirt and crumbs to a minimum so it doesn't get as painful with a thorough cleaning. You can also use a dry brush, handheld vacuum, or even a damp cloth to pick up the crumbs.

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