Many homeowners don't clean their upholstered furniture often enough. While they may spot-clean mud and spilled drinks, more gradual stains go unnoticed. Regular upholstery cleaning is more sanitary and better for the furniture’s life span, so here's what you need to know about setting a cleaning schedule.

Why Upholstery Cleaning Is Important

Although it isn't always obvious at a glance, upholstery accumulates a lot of dirt, grime, and debris over time. The spongy filling collects allergens, such as pollen, as well as dust mites, which can multiply inside. Every time you sit on your couch, it releases a cloud of these pollutants. Mold spores and bacteria can also find a haven within upholstered furniture. 

Meanwhile, the surface is also getting dingy due to the gradual buildup of skin oils and dirt. If you ever have pet messes or spills on the furniture, some of the mess is likely sinking into the material, no matter how well you clean it up each time.

Professional upholstery cleaning, including vacuuming and steam cleaning, not only refreshes the surface of the cushions but also addresses the deeper issues, sanitizing the upholstery inside and out.

When to Have It Done

Generally, each piece of furniture should be cleaned once or twice a year. Your local carpet cleaning company often has the equipment for upholstery as well, so you may even be able to take care of both services in the same visit.  

If you have children or pets, you should increase cleanings to three or four times a year. This way, you're keeping up with the pet dander and more frequent instances of dirt and mud. Finally, you may need extra, unscheduled upholstery cleanings if there's a particularly bad spill—such as pasta sauce—or if you need emergency water restoration after the furniture gets wet.

For professional upholstery cleaning to keep your furniture looking like new, choose Pioneer Janitorial Service in Live Oak, FL. Serving Suwannee County for over 50 years, this family-owned and -operated business has the highest standards of cleanliness and customer service in the Lake City area. Call (386) 362-3845 to schedule a visit or visit the website to learn more about their services.