How to clean microfiber furniture

Microfiber furniture is a very hot trend these days, and for good reason. It’s soft and luxurious, it’s affordable, and it’s resistant to stains and lint. Still, sometimes accidents happen, and when they do, it’s best to be prepared. Home Decor offers a 3-year accident protection plan that you can purchase with your microfiber furniture to protect your investment in case a spill happens. Just call the warranty company as soon as an accident occurs and they can take care of it.

If for some reason you didn’t get the warranty, and you get a stain on your furniture, you can spot clean it yourself with these easy steps:

Minor spills and stains

Gently wipe away any spills on your microfiber as soon as they occur. Should staining occur, use a combination of mild detergent, like dish detergent, and water. Gently apply the cleaner to your microfiber using a clean cloth.

Before applying any cleaning solution to stained area be sure to it on a small, unnoticeable area of your furniture to ensure that it doesn’t cause further damage.

Allow newly cleaned area to air-dry.

Stubborn stains

Clean stubborn odor causing stains, such as pet urine, with a combination of white vinegar and distilled water. Gently apply cleaner to stains using a clean cloth.

Before applying any cleaning solution to stained area be sure to it on a small, unnoticeable area of your furniture to ensure that it doesn’t cause further damage.

Sprinkle newly cleaned area with baking soda while it is still damp and vacuum away once dry.

Only spot washing is recommended. Never attempt to clean an entire microfiber item yourself.

Ongoing furniture care

It is recommended that microfiber furniture be steam-cleaned yearly. Never attempt to steam clean microfiber items yourself. Instead, consult a company that provides a professional cleaning service.

Everyday care

Lightly clean your item with a lint roller once a week to remove any surface lint or dust that may have accumulated. If you have pets that shed you may want to use a lint roller on your microfiber more frequently.

Vacuum microfiber furniture once every other week.  If your furniture has removable cushions, use special vacuum attachments to ensure that you have removed any dirt and/or dust from under each piece.

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