upholstery cleaningUpholstery cleaning requires patience and skill. Because so many things can go wrong, dye bleeding,shrinkage,yellowing,browning, and water spotting. 
There are a lot of unknowns when it comes to upholstery. You don't see what's behind the fabric surface.Stuffing materials may contain color that will wick to the surface if it is over-wet during cleaning. Materials may turn brown or shrink after cleaning. Fabrics Upholstery fabrics are often blends of different fibers that react differently to cleaning. Test the fabric in an inconspicuous area before applying any type of cleaning solution. Man made fibers such as olefin, nylon, and polyester stand up well to wet cleaning. Natural fibers such as cotton, silk, linen, and wool are likely to shrink, bleed, or spot. Cleaning Methods There are two cleaning methods to choose from: hot-water extraction and wet shampooing. Hot-water extraction also called steam cleaning, this process extracts soils and residue from fabric with a machine that applies a solution of hot water and special detergent, not steam, to the fabric and then suctions it out. Special care must be made, not to over-wet the fabric. Wet shampooing with the use of a commercial upholstery shampoo, or make your own shampoo. Mix a half teaspoon of liquid dish-washing detergent per quart of warm water and making suds by squeezing a sponge through it. Apply suds by rubbing gently with the grain, rinse with a damp sponge dipped in clean water. Avoid soaking the fabric,and remove all the soap. Regular Vacuuming You can reduce your need for upholstery cleaning. if you vacuum your upholstered furniture regularly. Vacuuming will take the surface soils out before they can damage the fibers Regular vacuuming is also good from a health standpoint. When you sit down, your body sheds its skin cells. The dust mites feed on them, and their feces and decomposing carcasses serve as allergens. Vacuum the entire piece, both sides of the cushions, the back and sides, the arms, and the platform underneath the cushions. Leave Upholstery Cleaning go to Cleaning Carpet Stain Go to Carpet Stains Home Page
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