Following on a previous post, we discussed the leather sofa and maintenance, in this post, we will give you tips sofa care in general.
In principle, the treatment couch is generally not much different from the treatment of leather sofas. Regular care and maintenance will make your sofa will last longer and maintain its beauty.
Here are some tips:
Framework
To maintain the durability and strength of the sofa frame is generally made of wood, you should avoid treatments that are too harsh on your couch. Do not sit or tanganan perched on the sofa, because it can lead to changes in shape in order to couch. Do not also leave your couch exposed to direct heat source, it can also cause the frame to be bent or curved.
Spring
Of course you should not be berloncat-stepping on the couch, or at least do not let the kids do it. Nor should your body flung into the couch when sitting.
Pillow
Do a rotation or exchange position on the sofa cushion at least once a week. Consumption is too frequent and color fading caused by sunlight could be avoided. It will also prevent the pillow from the surface of the dusty and dirty and help maintain shape and comfort cushion to keep the air in it.
Upholstery Fabrics
Direct sunlight will cause fading of fabric and even in certain places the fabric to rot. To avoid this, make a change in the couch cushions position on a regular basis as we mentioned above as this will flatten the fading and wear. Cover the areas that are susceptible to dirt, for example by using a cloth cover or often called a slipcover. Cleaning sofa with vacuum cleaner with a soft tune on the suction will create a more durable fabric upholstery.
How to Clean
In the cleaning cloth that covers home furnishings, you should always follow the advice or instructions accompanying the cleaning products you have chosen. Nevertheless there are some basic rules that can be used to clean all types of fabrics.
Never use cleansers that contain ingredients – chemicals for cleaning upholstery stains in your furniture, because it can cause spots – white spots on the fabric and color fading.
Clean all parts thoroughly upholstery, as long as it is still possible.
If the spill stains, either solid or liquid substances, it is necessary to keep in mind:
Dampen the stain affected by the spill immediately, then use a clean cloth to absorb the water.
If it is a solid, then use a spoon to pick up / lift the stain.
Never once – once you clean by brushing!
How to Wash
Most fabrics – modern cloth can be washed with a washing machine can also be washed by hand usually. Only when it’s wet upholstery, will weigh more than usual so it is more likely to be washed using the washing machine instead of hand washing with plain. Wash colored material separately. Repeated washing – again will cause discoloration of the fabric, therefore reducing the frequency of washing by cleaning them, cleaning with a vacuum cleaner sucking, rotate and move the pillow regularly. For the upholstery is not removable (fixed cover) can also be cleaned in place by a specialist.
