How to Remove Dog Hair From Couch Cushions
For dog owners, getting pet hair off of furniture is often a priority. Make the chore easier with regular cleaning and the proper tools. Start by brushing your dog -- preferably in an outdoor location -- to keep dog hair in the house to a minimum. Train your dog to stay off the couch to cut down on the amount of cleaning.
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Things You'll Need
- dog slicker brush
- lint roller
- vacuum with attachments
- pet hair removal spray
- furniture alarm
Instructions
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Slip on rubber gloves, such as those used for dishwashing, and rub your hands over the cushions. The fur will gather and ball up for easy removal.
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Vacuum, vacuum, vacuum. Use appropriate attachments to carefully go over each cushion, pillow and all sides of the couch.
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Run an adhesive lint roller over the couch cushions to pick up any remaining hairs. Buy rollers in several sizes to get the job done thoroughly.
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After cleaning, spray the couch fabric with an anti-static spray. The product destroys the static connection that keeps dog hairs firmly attached to the couch cushions.
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References
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admiller
Apr 14, 2009
Sorry for the multiple posts below. I am a newbie, but not that green! I don't know what happened but my computer froze and then all my comments were posted. -
admiller
Apr 14, 2009
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admiller
Apr 14, 2009
I wrote a similar article, only I use packaging tape. I am new to eHow and am trying to figure out how to get noticed in search engines. Your article always comes up in the top 5, so you are doing something right! Thanks for the information and for leading by example.
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admiller
Apr 14, 2009
I wrote a similar article, only I use packaging tape. I am new to eHow and am trying to figure out how to get noticed in search engines. Your article always comes up in the top 5, so you are doing something right! Thanks for the information and for leading by example.
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chuzzle84
Jan 15, 2009
these are great tricks! as a pet owner, I find that a good old rubber glove (the yellow kind for cleaning) that you gently pass over the affected area works wonders to remove a LOT of hairs. then, you spray and vaccum, and voila, the job is done. very fast and efficient, a good way to keep it maintained.
