HOW TO CARE FOR FABRICS
The following is a list of basic rules on how to care for fabrics:
Protect fabric from the sun
Direct sun is terrible for your fabric. When using a fragile
fabric such as silk taffeta, be sure to line and interline your fabric
to prevent it from tearing and fading. If you can avoid placing
upholstered furniture where the sun shines, do so. If not, draw
the shades whenever possible.
Use a good dry cleaner
Use a good dry cleaner whenever possible. Make sure they don't
use harsh chemical. By vacuuming frequently, you won't have to dry
clean as often. Do dry clean before excessive soil accumulates.
Treat spills promptly
Treat spills immediately by gently plot away with the spill with a
clean, dry absorbent cloth. DO NOT rub. For dried
contaminants, try using a soft brush or a dull knife prior to using a
wet treatment. Always follow manufacturer care instructions
Here's a quick guide on how to clean spills:
| Contaminant |
Cleaning Method |
| Chocolate/Coffee |
Use tepid water (1 tablespoon of laundry
detergent with 2 cups of warm water). Dampen the cleaning
cloth and gently blot away the spill. Do not rub.
Rotate the cleaning cloth often and rinse with water to ensure
complete removal of soap residue. |
| Fruit |
Same as above but use cold water instead of warm water. |
| Ink |
Use rubbing alcohol combined with the first cleaning method. |
| Milk, wine, soft drinks |
Use tepid water (1 tablespoon of laundry detergent with 2
cups of warm water). Dampen the cleaning cloth and gently
blot away the spill. Do not rub. Rotate the cleaning
cloth often and rinse with water to ensure complete removal of
soap residue. |
| Grease, oil, lipstick |
Use a mild solvent based residential upholstery cleaner |
| Wax |
Brush first, then Use a mild solvent based residential
upholstery cleaner |
| Vomit |
Lift with cold water sponge, then use tepid water (1
tablespoon of laundry detergent with 2 cups of warm water).
Dampen the cleaning cloth and gently blot away the spill.
Do not rub. Rotate the cleaning cloth often and rinse with
water to ensure complete removal of soap residue. |
| Pencil |
Use a mild solvent based residential upholstery cleaner,
then dampen the cleaning cloth and gently blot away the spill.
Do not rub. Rotate the cleaning cloth often and rinse with
water to ensure complete removal of soap residue. |
| Mud |
Lift off, vacuum then use tepid water (1 tablespoon of
laundry detergent with 2 cups of warm water). Dampen the
cleaning cloth and gently blot away the spill. Do not rub.
Rotate the cleaning cloth often and rinse with water to ensure
complete removal of soap residue. |
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