How to Clean & Service Upholstery

Fabric Upholstery

• 1

  Combine 1/4 cup of liquid dish detergent with a cup of warm water.

• 2

  Mix using an electric mixer until dry suds form to the consistency of whipped cream.

• 3

  Test the mixture on an inconspicuous area of your upholstery. Apply the mixture with a soft brush or cloth.

• 4

  Scrub the area lightly and allow it to dry. Check for damage to the upholstery. Continue to clean the upholstery if you detect no damage.

• 5

  Clean small areas of the upholstered surface. Scrub the surface with the solution. Remove dirty suds from the furniture with a rubber spatula as you go.

• 6

  Repeat the procedure if necessary until you are satisfied that the fabric is clean.

• 7

  Wet a clean cloth in clear water and wring out the excess water. Wipe the surface of the upholstery with the damp cloth. Rinse the cloth and continue to wipe the surface.

• 8

  Turn an electric fan on the furniture to speed up the drying. Allow the upholstery to dry thoroughly.

Leather Upholstery

• 9

  Mix a solution of one cup white vinegar with two cups of food grade linseed oil.

• 10

  Test the solution on an inconspicuous area of the leather. Apply a small amount of the solution and allow it to dry. Rub with a soft cloth. If there is no damage, proceed with cleaning the rest of the leather.

• 11

  Apply the solution to the surface of the leather with a white, lint-free cloth.

• 12

  Spread the solution evenly over the upholstery. Let the solution dry on the leather overnight.

• 13

  Polish the leather surface with another clean lint-free cloth.