How to clean a couch

YOUR couch can be one of the most expensive pieces of furniture in your home and should be cleaned regularly.

Keeping your couch clean will allow it to last longer without continued wear and tear and will keep it looking like new.

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How can you clean your couch?

To clean your couch, you will need:

• Hand vacuum or brush attachment to a regular vacuum
• Cloth
• Water
• Dish soap

The steps to clean your couch are:

• Step One: Take your vacuum to the couch cushions to remove the grime and dirt. If the cushions are removable, take them off the sofa to clean the bottoms and the couch surface underneath.
• Step Two: Use a cloth to dip in a mixture of water and dish soap and gently wipe any wood or metal surfaces.
• Step Three: Look at the codes found on the instruction label for your couch. Each code indicates the way you should treat that type of fabric.

The codes are:

• WS: Use mild detergent with a steam vacuum or use dry-cleaning detergent.
• S: Use a dry cleaner detergent only.
• X: Use a vacuum only. Do not use water.
• W: Use water only to clean the fabric.

How can you remove stains from your couch?

To remove stains, you will need:

• Vinegar
• Warm water
• Dish soap
• Soft cloth
• Olive oil
• Spray bottle

Fabric Upholstery

In a spray bottle mix 1/4 cup of vinegar, 3/4 cup of warm water, and one tablespoon of dish soap.

Shake the bottle to mix the contents well and spray onto the stained areas of your couch.

Use a soft cloth to scrub the area and a second moistened cloth with clean water to remove the soap. Then dry the area with a towel.

Leather Upholstery

In a spray bottle, mix 1/2 cup of olive oil with 1/4 cup of vinegar and mix the contents well.

Spray the cleaner onto the stained areas of your couch and scrub with a soft cloth.

Use a soft cloth to scrub the area and a second moistened cloth with clean water to remove the sprayed-on mixture. Then dry the area with a towel.

Synthetic Upholstery

In a spray bottle, mix 1/2 cup of vinegar, 1 cup of warm water, and 1/2 tablespoon of liquid dish soap.

Mix the contents well and spray on the stained area before using a soft cloth to scrub the area until the stain is gone.

Use a soft cloth to scrub the area and a second moistened cloth with clean water to remove the sprayed-on mixture. Then dry the area with a towel.