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Archive for June 28th, 2011

Although comfort and quality are important features, more often than not we choose the furniture in our homes because of its looks. Upholstered furniture is soft and comfortable, and we love them in the rooms that we spend a lot of time. Sometimes, accidents happen and proper upholstery care will be required. Taking care of your furniture is important as this will keep the place looking new as well as extend the life of the furniture, and this is why you should know how to clean upholstery.

Caring for your furniture doesn’t have to be difficult but should be done on a regular basis. Basic how to clean upholstery care steps can be easily added to your weekly cleaning, and it won’t take too much time from your day. When you are vacuuming the floor, quickly switch to your upholstery attachment and do a quick cleaning of the upholstered furniture. Go over the back and arms as well as the cushions and the crevices near the back and the sides. The benefits of vacuuming your carpet are the same as for your furniture. The removal of dust and dirt helps keep the fibers and materials underneath the surface clean.

Knowing how to clean upholstery includes more than just vacuuming. The simple act of flipping the cushions every so often will help extend the life of the cushions as well as minimize any indentations that occur over time. It’s also a good idea to rotate the seat cushions as some get used more often than others. Fluffing back and side cushions and pillows is also good care. This process helps to redistribute the stuffing to keep the shape and fullness of the cushion.