How to Clean Cat Dander on Upholstery

More than 70 percent of Americans enjoy the company of companion animals in their homes, and approximately 12 percent are allergic to their own pets, according to the Global Healing Center. Allergies to cat dander are very common, but it is possible to keep a cat in your home even if you're allergic to cat dander. The easiest way to keep yourself symptom-free is to frequently clean the cat dander on your upholstery. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter
  • Steam cleaner
  • Anti-mite product
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Instructions

    • 1

      Using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter, vacuum all surfaces of your upholstery, using the vacuum cleaner's hose to vacuum in smaller crevices.

    • 2

      Frequently and thoroughly vacuum all your cat's bedding and any upholstery that is consistently exposed to cat dander, such as your cat's favorite sleeping areas.

    • 3

      Steam clean all upholstery that has been exposed to cat dander.

    • 4

      Remove any remaining cat dander from upholstery by using an anti-mite product.

Tips & Warnings

  • Wear a protective mask and rubber gloves when vacuuming or scrubbing your cat's bedding and litter box.

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