Northern Beaches Upholstery Cleaning Tips
It’s not worth worrying about scuffed couches or stains so bad they make your armchair look like a soiled rag discover more. It’s possible that your furniture would beg to receive some TLC. In the Northern Beaches especially, the salty sea air is a real enemy to your upholstery. So grab your vacuum cleaner and gloves, as we dive into the wild world that is upholstery cleaning.
Imagine the following: You have a visitor and he says, “Did I spill coffee, or did that couch turn brown by nature?” That’s embarrassing. Let’s give your furniture the pampering it deserves.
Let’s begin by talking about the fabric. Does it come in microfiber or leather, for example? Who knew that each piece of furniture has its own personality? Your lazy boy recliner is probably hosting a party of microscopic mites as we speak. If you want to live clean, get a vacuum that can remove dust bunnies.
You can conquer leather by keeping the surface hydrated just as you do your skin in winter. The mild soap mixed with water will do wonders. You can rub your leather chair with a gentle cloth. You should make sure your solution does not resemble Niagara Falls.
Ah, fabric couch, divas of furniture. They need a little bit more finesse. Baking Soda is the secret weapon for some of those horrifying stains. This is the cleaning fairy godmother with her magic wand. Sprinkle a small amount, wait for it to fester and then vacuum. Sayonara, blemishes!
Have you ever used vinegar and dish detergent on stains to get rid of them? It’s a superhero duo that is always there to save the day. The couch will be grateful for the bubbly bath you create by mixing a teaspoon of each with two cups water. Do a test area first. We would not want your furniture looking like an experiment gone wrong.
Pets are not to be ignored. Fur is the gift that keeps giving. A squeegee is a miracle worker on fabric. Drag the squeegee over the surface of the fabric to admire the pile. Sort of gross but strangely pleasing.
What about the gross? Have you ever flipped your couch cushion over? Please consider this as your official reminder. Flip them to even out wear and eliminate those stubborn indents. A fresh-smelling furniture always wins you brownie points. Go to your local store and buy some eco friendly fresheners. Mother Earth gives you a virtual high-five.
It’s no admission of defeat to occasionally hire a professional cleaning crew. This is like calling in cleaning ninjas that can remove the grime which you’ve missed. However, you should be very careful with your selection. Do some research, and talk to people in your area. No one would like to see a repeat of 21’s great sofa bleaching catastrophe.
The Northern Beaches are blessed with a lifestyle that is harsh on furniture. Both the sunlight and sea breezes will ruin your upholstery. As Sherlock solves a puzzle, take proactive measures to prevent fading. Rearrange furniture in order to shield it from direct sun, if at all possible.
The dream of a pristine upholstery isn’t impossible, but it can be achieved. All it takes to achieve spick and span upholstery is the right attitude, some quirky DIY and maybe a professional touch every now and again. Be the hero you furniture never thought it needed. Your visitors will be begging to sit down on your clean, immaculate couch the next time. Snacks, anyone?
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Spotless Carpet Cleaning North Shore
1-5 Lynbara Ave, St Ives NSW 2075
(02) 8607 8811