Whether your sofa is made of fabric or leather, it is always the easiest place to accumulate dust and dirt. Especially in a humid and dusty environment like Hong Kong, cleaning the sofa becomes more necessary.
However, many people often make some common mistakes when cleaning the sofa, which not only fails to truly clean the sofa, but also damages its material and shortens its service life. Today, let us look at these common mistakes and learn how to properly maintain the sofa so that your sofa will be as good as new for a long time!
Common Sofa Cleaning Mistakes: Have You Made One?
Let’s first look at some of the most common mistakes people make when cleaning their sofas:
1.1 Using the wrong cleaning agent
Many people simply use the existing cleaning agents at home to clean the sofa, which is a big taboo. Different sofas made of different materials require special cleaning products. Using the wrong products may cause problems such as discoloration of the fabric and cracking of the leather.
1.2 Excessive use of water for cleaning
Many people think that fabric sofas can be cleaned by just washing them, but in fact, too much water will penetrate into the filling of the sofa, causing it to become moldy or smelly. Similarly, for leather sofas, excessive use of water will make the leather dry, lose its luster, and even cause wrinkles.
1.3 Prolonged exposure to sunlight
Many people think that exposing a sofa to direct sunlight after cleaning is a good way to speed up drying. However, in fact, the strong ultraviolet rays in the sun will make the fibers of the sofa brittle, and the leather sofa will even become dry and cracked due to exposure to the sun.
1.4 Ignoring regular maintenance
Sofas are often overlooked because they are not as visible as the floor or tabletop. Regular vacuuming and simple cleaning can actually extend the life of your sofa, keeping it looking good and feeling comfortable.
Have you made any of the above mistakes? If you have, don’t worry. We will provide you with the correct cleaning and maintenance methods for sofas made of various materials, so that your sofa will be “eternal”！
Proper cleaning and maintenance advice
Each type of sofa material has its own specific maintenance requirements. Let's take a look at the cleaning tips for different types of sofas:
2.1 Upholstered Sofa Cleaning Guide
Cotton and linen fabric sofa
oFeatures: breathable, sweat-absorbent, soft to the touch.
oCleaning suggestions: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust regularly, and use a white towel sprayed with neutral detergent to gently press and clean. Avoid rubbing hard to damage the fiber structure. Do not let the sofa become too wet when cleaning, otherwise it will easily become moldy.
Velvet fabric sofa
oFeatures: noble texture, soft touch.
oCleaning advice: Clean dust regularly with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner at low suction power. Remove stains by gently pressing with a damp cloth, and avoid rubbing hard to avoid damaging the velvet fibers.
Artificial fiber fabrics (such as polyester)
oFeatures: Durable, wrinkle-resistant, easy to care for.
oCleaning suggestions: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust on a daily basis, and use a special detergent to remove oil stains. Test the effect in an inconspicuous area before use.
Blended fabric sofa
oFeatures: Durable, but blended fabrics containing natural fibers tend to absorb stains.
oCleaning advice: Wipe away dust with a dry cloth, then wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth to avoid shrinkage or deformation caused by excessive soaking.
2.2 Leather Sofa Cleaning Guide
Cowhide Sofa
oFeatures: Durable and good texture, but prone to cracks due to drying.
oCleaning suggestions: Gently wipe the surface with a slightly damp cloth, regularly use special leather care oil to moisturize the leather, and avoid direct sunlight.
Lambskin Sofa
oFeatures: The leather is delicate, soft and easily damaged.
oCleaning advice: Wipe gently with a dry cloth, avoid excessive water use, and use a dedicated lambskin care product to protect the softness and gloss of the leather.
Suede (suede) comb
oFeatures: Rich in texture, but difficult to clean and afraid of water.
oCleaning advice: It is recommended to use a professional suede cleaning brush to clean the dust and avoid contact with water. When encountering stains, you can use suede cleaner for local treatment.
2.3 Guidelines for Cleaning Artificial Leather Sofas
oFeatures : Relatively low price, easy to maintain, but short lifespan.
oCleaning advice : Wipe with a damp cloth. Avoid using cleaners containing strong chemicals to prevent the artificial leather surface from hardening or peeling.
DIY Tips: Simple Daily Maintenance
In addition to professional cleaning methods, we can also keep the sofa clean and tidy through daily habits. Here are a few practical tips:
3.1 Vacuum regularly: Regardless of the material, regularly vacuuming the surface of the sofa can effectively prevent dirt from settling deep in the fibers.
3.2 Use a protective cover: A sofa protective cover can not only reduce the frequency of cleaning, but also extend the life of the sofa. This is a very practical way, especially in families with children or pets.
3.3 Avoid direct sunlight: Whether it is fabric or leather, long-term exposure to sunlight will damage the material of the sofa. It is recommended to place the sofa away from direct sunlight.
3.4 Deal with stains immediately: Once stains are found, immediate treatment can prevent the stains from penetrating deep into the material, making cleaning easier.
Why choose ChemDry professional sofa cleaning service?
If you feel that daily maintenance and DIY are not enough to thoroughly clean your sofa, or if you encounter difficult-to-treat stains, then you need professional help.
ChemDry's Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) technology is designed for deep cleaning, which can effectively remove stains, bacteria and allergens while maintaining the integrity and safety of the sofa material. In addition, the cleaning agent we use does not contain harmful chemicals and is very friendly to the family environment and children and pets. Whether your sofa is fabric or leather, ChemDry can provide targeted professional cleaning solutions to make your sofa look brand new!
Click https:// www.chemdryhk.com/team-1 Learn more about our cleaning services, or call us directly to book your sofa cleaning service!
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