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If you’re looking to give an old sofa a boost or
prolong the life of an investment piece, here are some top tips to keep your
upholstered furniture looking fabulous all year round.
While most modern upholstery fabrics are stain-resistant,
it is still necessary to mop or blot a spill immediately to prevent staining. Dab
the upholstery with a mild solution of Soda Crystals, or use Liquid Soda Crystals to get rid of stains - or simply to freshen up the fabric.
Bear in mind when wet-cleaning fitted upholstery
fabrics; do not over-wet the fabric because this causes some foam fillings to
break down. Dry-cleaning solvents can have the same effect if over-used.
Avoid scrubbing wool or other upholstery fabrics as
this could damage them. A solution of Liquid Soap Flakes is best used on
leather or woollen sofas. Always test fabrics for colour fastness before hand.
Use a hand-held drier to speed the drying of the
fabric – but do not scorch it by holding the drier too close.
If there’s been a large-volume spill however, do
consult a professional. Underneath that surface discolouration, the stain
penetrating the padding may be three to four times as large.
Regularly clean upholstery surfaces and corners
with the vacuum cleaner upholster brush. For delicate fabrics, like silk and
linen, set the suction to low.
