How to Clean Spots on Natural Canvas

Natural canvas is a sturdy, functional fabric. Whether your canvas item is a slipcover or a pair of sneakers, proper cleaning will help keep it looking good as new. Because it has a light color, natural canvas tends to show spots and stains more readily than dark fabric. Acting fast when you see a spot on natural canvas can prevent the fabric from becoming permanently soiled. Inspect natural canvas regularly, and clean off any spots immediately.

Things You'll Need

• Bristle brush
• Mild soap or wool wash
• Sponge
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Rubbing alcohol

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Brush away any loose dirt or residue from the canvas using a soft bristle brush.

   • 2

     Wet a sponge, and squeeze out the excess water. Pour a drop of mild soap or wool wash onto the sponge.

   • 3

     Sponge the soap onto the stain. Scrub gently until the stain is gone. Wipe the stain with plain water to rinse off the soap.

   • 4

     Treat yellow stains with hydrogen peroxide straight from the bottle. Blot the area with plain water after the stain is gone.

   • 5

     Wipe away mold and mildew stains with a 50-50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water.