Over time your cotton sofa may begin to look a bit dingy as dust settles in and dirt tracked in from kids and pets works its way in between the fibers. If your sofa is due for a good cleaning it takes a small time investment and a few household materials to get it looking brand new once again.
Things You Will Need
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Remove the couch cushions and vacuum the entire sofa with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner to remove dust, pet hair and dirt. Vacuum over the cushions as well.
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Remove the cushion covers from the foam inside and machine wash them with warm water and a bleach-free detergent. If you have pet odors from cats and dogs sleeping on the sofa, add 1 cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle to help eliminate them. Machine dry the covers with a scented dryer sheet or hang them out to dry in the sunshine.
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Add 2 tbsp. of a bleach-free dish or laundry detergent into 1 qt. of warm water and mix it up with an electric mixer to create lots of bubbles.
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Dip a soft clean cloth or sponge into the suds and wipe down the upholstered surface with it.
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Dip a second cloth in warm water and wring it out well to wipe down the upholstery and remove any residual soap.
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Spot treat stubborn stains with a clean cloth dipped in white vinegar.
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Place a fan nearby to help the sofa to dry quickly.
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Reassemble the cushions and place them back on the sofa once it is completely dry.
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Sprinkle baking soda liberally over the sofa and leave it there overnight if you are dealing with odors. Vacuum it up in the morning.
The Drip Cap
- Both soft and comfortable, your cotton sofa is the perfect addition to your living room.
- Perhaps it’s so comfortable that your family spends considerable time on it.
- Vacuum over the cushions as well.
- Sprinkle baking soda liberally over the sofa and leave it there overnight if you are dealing with odors.