How to Clean Microfiber Couch Cushions
If you own a microfiber couch, it is important to periodically clean the couch cushions to remove dust, dirt and other buildup. Microfiber is a durable fabric that can withstand multiple cleanings; however, it is important to look at the tag on your microfiber couch cushions to determine whether the material is washable microfiber or non-washable microfiber so you can use the appropriate cleaning method. Washable microfiber can be cleaned with water where non-washable microfiber must be cleaned with dry cleaning methods. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Vacuum cleaner with soft brush hose attachment
- Bucket
- Mild dish soap
- Sponge
- Blow dryer
- Soft nail brush
- Gentle powdered laundry detergent
- Soft scrub brush
Instructions
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Cleaning Washable Microfiber Couch Cushions
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Vacuum the couch cushions with a soft brush, vacuum-cleaner attachment hose to suck up loose dust and dirt.
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Fill a bucket with ½ gallon of cold water. Add a few drops of mild dish soap and use your hands to mix up the soap and water.
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Dip a sponge into the soapy water and wring it out well. Working on one cushion at a time, scrub the microfiber gently with the sponge to clean it. Rinse and wring out the sponge often.
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Dry each couch cushion promptly after washing it with a blow dryer set on the coolest heat setting. Restore the nap on the microfiber cushions by brushing gently with a soft nail brush. Brush in the direction of the nap.
Cleaning Non-Washable Microfiber Couch Cushions
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Vacuum the couch cushions with a soft brush, vacuum-cleaner attachment hose to suck up loose dust and dirt.
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Sprinkle a gentle, powdered laundry detergent onto the couch, working on one cushion at a time. A small amount of detergent is all that is needed. Powdered Ivory, Woolite and Dreft are examples of gentle detergents.
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Brush the detergent into the couch cushion with a dry, soft scrub brush. Run the brush both with and against the nap to thoroughly loosen dirt and debris.
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Vacuum the cushions with a soft brush, vacuum-cleaner attachment hose to remove the dry detergent and any loosened dirt or debris. Restore the nap on the cushions with a soft nail brush.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid using excessive amounts of water when cleaning microfiber, even if the cushions are washable.
