Leather vs. Fabric Sofa Cleaning

Imagine having a tiring journey with a warm cozy sofa welcoming you at the end of it. Doesn’t that sound soothing? Whether you are on a journey or not, the sofa acts both as a decor as well as a comfort element in your office and back home. You can add an aesthetic vibe to these spaces by getting a sofa that complements them. 

 

If you already have one that gels with the aesthetic of your spaces, you need to understand your sofa upholstery as well as how to take good care of it. Your sofa could either be made of leather or cloth fabric. Out of the two, leather is considered to have a lasting nature. But, maintenance remains the same for both. Deep cleaning of the sofa is a task that needs professional expertise such as the ones provided by Washho. But for regular maintenance, you too will have to follow specific procedures to maintain the look and feel of your sofa.

 

Let us guide you to clean your sofa at home with the help of a 5-Step demonstration for both- a leather-based and a fabric-based sofa.

 

 

For A Leather-Based Sofa

Leather sofas require constant care and maintenance to keep up their durability. With regular maintenance, your sofa could stay for years. However, it is advisable not to try any DIY hacks with your sofa as this could damage it beyond repair. 

Here’s what you need to do: 

1. Clean the dirt and dust particles by vacuuming your sofa using the brush attachment.

2. Add a few drops of mild nondetergent soap to distilled water to create a cleaning solution. Moisten a microfiber cloth with the solution.

3. Test an inconspicuous spot with the cloth to check if there’s no damage or discoloration. It’s a way to cancel out any damages that could incur once you begin the cleaning process. 

4. Once you are sure that it won’t affect your upholstery, use the same solution to clean the sofa completely. 

5. Dampen another cloth with plain distilled water and wipe again. Furthermore, pat it dry with a clean towel.

 

For A Fabric-Based Sofa 

Spills on a fabric sofa can cost you big time. However, they are bound to happen. Cleaning this may not seem like a hassle, however, it takes your fabric sofa a looonnnng time to dry. 

To cut this process short, here’s what you need to do:

1. Check the cleaning code for your fabric sofa to avoid discoloration.

1. S (Solvents; chemical-based cleaners)

2. S/W (Solvents and water-based cleaners)

3. W (Water-based cleaners)

2. Use a dry brush to remove loose particles. Then, vacuuming will take away the dust and crumbles, especially from the corners.

3. Unlike on a leather-based sofa, you could sprinkle baking soda on a fabric-based sofa to remove odours and loosen stains.

4. Use a water-based cleaner or a solvent (or both) as per the cleaning code. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe away the solution.

5. It’s advisable to leave the sofa overnight to air dry and start using it the next day.

 

Conclusion

 

A good sofa set furnishes your living room well and provides unsurpassed comfort to its users. However, sofas need regular professional cleaning to maintain their comfort and beauty. This includes elements such as steam heat extraction, carbonation cleaning, foam, and dry cleaning. Manufacturers always provide basic guidelines for maintenance. You could void the warranties with imprudent experiments. Perhaps, why make a fuss while you have a hassle-free solution? Using the techniques given above to prolong your sofa’s lifespan and make it a healthier space that devoid of dirt and germs.

 

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