You want to let your furry family member up onto the couch or bed, but their claws and fur can cause significant damage. Fortunately, there are ways you can protect your upholstery from your pet. Here are a few upholstery cleaning and protection strategies to keep your pet on the furniture without compromising its condition.

A Pet Owner’s Guide to Protecting Furniture

1. Clean the Upholstery

Your pet will bring a lot of dander and dirt onto the upholstery and will likely leave a lot of fur behind. This isn’t just unpleasant for anyone who sits down; the dirt can damage and permanently stain the upholstery as it breaks down further into the fibers.

Routine upholstery cleaning will pull the debris up before it has a chance to do permanent damage. Vacuum the furniture at least once a week, and have a professional cleaning done once a year. Clean up any beverage spills or mud tracks as soon as they appear.

2. Use a Cover

There are thick covers designed just for pets. These make it easy to clean up any mud or fur left behind; you can simply throw the item into the washer.

Meanwhile, the thick nature of the throw or slipcover will protect the underlying upholstery from claw or chewing damage. If you don’t want to sit on the cover, you can set it up on one end of the couch and train your pet to sit there.

3. Groom Pets Routinely

Regular grooming will keep your entire home cleaner and in better condition, and your upholstery is no exception. Keep your pet’s claws trimmed short, since these can tear through the fabric or create cracks in leather. Bathe and brush them regularly so that they won’t leave dirt, dander, and fur behind on your furniture.

If your pet has made your furniture dirty, contact Superior Cleaning, Inc., in Waldoboro, ME, for professional upholstery cleaning. They use the latest techniques and high-quality cleaners for an incredible transformation and a lasting result for customers throughout the Midcoast Region of Maine. Their cleaning service can help with the rest of your home as well, from the windows to the rugs. See their full list of services online, or call (207) 522-1419 to schedule an appointment.