How to Clean a Sofa

Preparing the Sofa

• 1). Vacuum the sofa, its pillows and its cushions with the hose attachments. Do not forget the arm rests and backing of the couch. This will clean loose dust and dirt.
  
  
• 2). Dust the wood areas with a soft rag and a cotton swab for the area between the material and wood.
  
  
• 3). Find your warranty. If it is still in effect, the warranty may be null and void if you apply any cleaning solutions. Call the company for cleaning instructions.
  
  
• 4). Determine the sofa's fabric. This tag is typically found under the cushion area.
  
  
• 5). Buy shampoo specifically for your sofa's fabric.
  
  
• 6). Rent a rug shampooer.
  
  

Cleaning

• 1). Assemble the shampooer according to its directions.
  
  
• 2). Test a small area of the sofa. The best place may be the back of the couch or under the couch if possible.
  
  
• 3). Clean the entire couch. This will prevent watermarks.
  
  
• 4). Allow it and all its parts to dry before reassembling the cushions and pillows.