How to Clean a Microfiber Couch
Microfiber couches feel soft and supple like leather and can endure many spills and stains. There will come times, however, when a tough stain requires extra attention. Fortunately, cleaning your microfiber couch isn't difficult once you understand the basics.
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Instructions
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Vacuum up dry messes with a hand vac. Crumbs and dirt should be promptly cleaned up before they have a chance to settle or get worse. This also helps refresh your couch and keeps it looking new longer.
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React quickly to liquid spills. Microfiber is designed to repel most liquids; if you catch a spill in time, you may be able to clean it before it has a chance to soak through the fabric. Use a soft cloth or paper towel to blot any excess moisture from your couch.
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Use a gentle soap. If your couch happens to get soiled, try a mild soap such as Dove or Neutrogena to gently work the stain out. Start with the smallest amount possible, and then blot to dry.
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Buy a microfiber cleaner. There are solutions available specifically for cleaning microfiber couches; check with your manufacturer to see if they recommend a particular product to use on your couch. Mix a bit of the cleaner with water, and then wash the surface clean with a sponge.
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Call in the professionals. If you still can't get the stain out, consult a professional. They have the tools and knowledge needed to get out that stubborn stain.
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Tips & Warnings
Test any cleaning solutions on a part of the couch that no one can see to check for possible reactions or color bleeding.
Read the label or paperwork that came with your microfiber couch to make sure that you understand how to clean it properly. Contact the manufacturer with questions or concerns.
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Nikki Harvey problem is ifu leave anykind of residie, the soil will reclaim the spot you treated, and might be worse later
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Gary Fisher Mine is the the kind that can be cleaned with anything. I read somewhere to wipe the marks with baby wipes and then immediately blow dry. I tried it on a spot and it did get better, but not completely gone. Will try again.
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Nikki Harvey water marks rarely come out, look at the tag on the base of the sofa, w means water, and the s code means dry clean, microfiber is a tricky thing to clean.
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Did this get rid of the watermarks?? I have dogs and they like to lick their feet, which leaves little water marks behind. I have tried washing down the cushions, but this just makes the marks bigger!
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I have a microfiber couch with non removable covers. How would I clean the couch? Also the spilled liquid soaked into the cushion and like I said they are non removable and I don't know what to do. Should I just call a carpet cleaning company that cleans furniture as well?
