How to clean a fabric sofa easily step by step

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If you have a fabric sofa and it is filthy, we will teach you the best homemade tricks to combat the most difficult stains and extend the life and the appearance of the upholstery.

The sofa is the favourite place for everyone: children, adults and, of course, pets. Therefore, it is also the place where it is easy for dirt to accumulate and even a stain appears. Faced with this problem, there are straightforward solutions to carry out.

Sofas are made of many materials, but one of the most common is fabric. To keep them in good condition, it is essential to know their cleaning in depth. Today we bring you the best techniques to make it like new.




Vinegar and baking soda


Within the wide assortment of sofas that we can find, there are those with covers that can be washed in the washing machine. And this is the easiest, fastest and most painless way to clean a sofa. But if that is not your case, we can clean the couch's upholstery with natural products such as vinegar and bicarbonate.

To apply it correctly, follow these steps: 


  1. Fill a container with a litre of warm water and add a glass of vinegar and a teaspoon of baking soda.
  2. Dissolve the products and moisten a clean cloth with the resulting liquid.
  3. Use this damp cloth to clean the fabric sofa. It is essential to do it in circular movements, especially in the dirtiest areas or stains.
  4. You have to make sure to run the cloth all over the upholstery for the solution to work.

It is important not to pour the vinegar directly on the sofa as dirt and stains will not disappear, and a strong vinegar smell will remain on the sofa.


Sodium percarbonate


Sodium percarbonate (or sodium percarbonate) is a compound derived from carbon that naturally cleans, deodorizes, descales, bleaches, and removes stains. It is a convenient trick if you are looking to clean a white fabric sofa due to its bleaching properties. Here are the steps to follow: 

  1. Fill a container with a liter of warm water and add two or three tablespoons of this powerful natural stain remover.
  2. Dissolve the percarbonate in the water and dampen a clean cloth with the resulting liquid.
  3. Apply the solution on the surface of the sofa, paying particular attention to the spots detected. Let the liquid act for 5-10 minutes. 
  4. Scrub the sofa with a brush to remove the percarbonate. If there are remains, rinse with plenty of water and dry to check its effect before sitting down again.

You can find sodium percarbonate in some supermarkets, and it comes in a white powder similar to bicarbonate.

Salt

Salt is another very effective natural bleach for removing grease stains. Follow these steps to use it correctly:

  1. Squeeze three lemons and add a little salt. Mix the salt with the lemon juice so that it is dissolved.
  2. Using a clean cloth, rub the made liquid over the stain. Let it work until the stains, and the rest of the dirt is removed. 
  3. Remove the solution with plenty of water and let the sofa dry before using it again.

Peroxide

It is one of the best remedies that exist to remove sweat and bloodstains from the sofa. Although it is a very effective product, you must follow these steps to avoid damaging delicate fabrics such as fabric:

  1. Mix the hydrogen peroxide in water to reduce its fizz.
  2. With a clean cloth, apply the solution all over the sofa, focusing on the areas where you detect the most dirt.
  3. Let it work for several minutes and remove the solution with a cloth dampened with water.
  4. Let it dry.

Dry cleaning

Among the different homemade tricks, there is also dry cleaning. We recommend this cleaning if your sofa is located in a very humid area or with few drafts that make drying difficult. Follow these steps for optimal dry cleaning:

  1. First of all, vacuum the sofa fabric to remove all visible dirt (crumbs and other debris).
  2. To clean it, you can use previously mentioned products such as baking soda or a specific spray that generates foam. The idea is to apply the product without using water or wet components.
  3. Apply the solution to the stains and use a clean brush to remove any residue from the product. If there are remains, remove them with a dry cloth.

Ammonia

We only recommend this product for very dirty sofas. Ammonia has disinfected properties that make it a perfect product for removing the toughest stains. Follow the guidelines to apply it safely:

  1. First, vacuum the sofa fabric to remove all visible dirt and dust.
  2. Pour a large amount of warm water into a container and add a good stream of ammonia.
  3. Use a sponge or brush with soft bristles (threads) to apply the solution to the sofa. The brush can be found in any market and you can use it for any fabric.
  4. Clean the sofa in areas to make sure no spots are left uncovered.
  5. Dampen a clean cloth in lukewarm water and, after wringing it, wipe off the remnants of the solution. You will see how the dirt peels off the upholstery and remains impregnated on the cloth.
  6. Ventilate the room to dry it out and the ammonia smell disappears.

With these tips, you will not only give your sofa a long life, but you will also facilitate housework. Finally, we recommend that before using any of the homemade tricks that we have shown you to clean upholstery, you test them on a small, inconspicuous part of the fabric to make sure it will not discolour it.


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