Upholstery furniture makes a space cozy, warm, and comfortable, but the material can attract dirt and stains. Keeping up with a thorough upholstery cleaning and stain protection routine will ensure it stays beautiful and inviting for years. Below are a few useful tips for upholstery furniture cleaning and preservation.

Advice for Safe Furniture Upholstery Cleaning

1. Vacuum Often

The soft fibers of upholstery catch hair, dander, and dirt easily, collecting these allergens and odors over time. Not only does this mar your furniture’s appearance, but t can reduce the quality of your indoor air. Vacuum when you notice hair beginning to collect again, which is usually every other day for pet owners or twice weekly for low-hair homes.

2. Clean Spills Immediately

Don’t let liquids or foods set into the fibers of your upholstery or they’ll be almost impossible to remove. Vacuum up dry spills immediately instead of rubbing them into the fabric. For liquid mishaps, gently dab the spot as dry as possible, then clean with a safe upholstery cleaning solution.

3. Use a Stain Prevention Product

Products such as soil-retardants can be applied to upholstery after deep cleaning to prevent stains. These stain protection products create a barrier between the fine fibers and the contaminants, allowing for easy cleanup. Test new products on a small, hidden section of your furniture to check for adverse reactions, and follow application instructions precisely.

4. Avoid Soaking the Upholstery

Upholstery is not made to withstand high levels of moisture, and soaking the fabric can lead to mold, staining, discoloration, and other damage. Cleaning products are included in this, as applying them too heavily or allowing them to soak for too long can also cause staining and damage. If the upholstery is exposed to excess moisture, blot it dry with a towel and set up fans to help expedite air drying. If the spill covers most of the upholstery, it may be best to have a professional treat it.

5. Get Professional Deep Cleaning Annually

Even with regular vacuuming and spot-cleaning, dirt, stains, and odors will settle into furniture. Deep cleaning at least once a year removes embedded contaminants and refreshes the upholstery to preserve its appearance, comfort, and smell. Hiring a professional to do so will optimize the lifetime of your upholstery because they have the industrial equipment, formulas, experience, and skill to perform a detailed job.

Lakes Area Professional Carpet Care will restore your furniture with careful and thorough upholstery cleaning. Serving Nixa, Kimberling City, Ozark, Hollister, Forsyth, and Branson, MO, for over 28 years, this family-owned business offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee with no hidden charges, and they’re staffed with trustworthy professionals who have been with the business for almost 20 years. Beyond upholstery, they offer tile, carpet, and rug cleaning, plus water extraction and stain protection services. Learn about their advanced upholstery services online, and schedule your service by calling (417) 334-6049 for Branson, (417) 739-5537 for Kimberling, and (417) 485-5651 for Ozark.