How to Clean Fort Myers Upholstery

Upholstery can often accumulate dirt, debris and other stains. Homes located in warm and humid climates, such as Fort Myers, Florida, can face additional upholstery problems, such as increased likelihood of mold and mildew development on furniture and window furnishings. It's essential to clean upholstered pieces once a year in order to maintain their quality and value. With the correct cleaning supplies, which you can purchase at several local vendors, you can clean your upholstery in Fort Myers.

Upholstery cleaning solution
Scrub brush
Clean cloth

Instructions

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  Purchase cleaning supplies specifically designed for the type of upholstery that your have in your home. Visit a local upholstery merchant, such as Excel Cleaning and Restoration Supplies, which is located at 6301 Topaz Court in Fort Myers. Their phone number is 800-909-3590.
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  Apply cleaning solution to a brush or cloth. The cleaning solution will vary depending on the type of upholstery that you own. Generally, if you have a synthetic-fiber upholstery piece, you will need a water-based cleaning solution. If you have any type of non-synthetic upholstery, such as cotton, you will probably need to use a solvent-based cleaning solution.
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  Scrub the dirt or stain gently. Don't rub the stain vigorously, or it could set further into the fabric. If you are trying to clean a recent spill, dab the area with a soft cloth that is coated in the cleaning solution.
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  Contact a local upholstery-cleaning expert if your upholstery is significantly soiled, or it is a fabric that you don't feel comfortable cleaning yourself, such as large, heavy wall or window treatments and large, area carpets. There are several upholstery cleaners in the Fort Myers area such as Restoration Rescue, whose phone number is 239-440-1734; or Chem-Dry of Fort Myers, whose phone number is 239-949-4559.

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