It is one thing to own pieces of furniture and another thing to keep them clean, safe, and without trouble to you and your family. What should one do to make sure their furniture is kept clean and usable all the time? How do you ensure that your recliner sofa covers are kept clean and smelling good all the time? These are some of the things we shall discuss in this article.
There are different types of furniture that you may have to clean at home. Here are some of these furniture types and the cleaning options that you have:
1. Cleaning Upholstered Furniture
Is your furniture upholstered? What are some of the ways you can clean these kinds of furniture? Well, you can vacuum it regularly to keep it clean. You can even give it some kind of brushing before you vacuum it.
The second means of cleaning this furniture is by checking the tags that come with the furniture. Follow the cleaning guidance given.
You can also use dishwashing liquid to create a water-based cleaner. You can use a sponge and dip it into the detergent mixture and rub this on the underside of the upholstery. You can also dampen the stain with the sponge. Allow the detergent some time to penetrate and then rub the sponge on the stain.
2. Cleaning Leather Furniture
Leather furniture needs special care while it is being cleaned. You can vacuum it to ensure it is not damaged while being cleaned. If the leather furniture has minor stains, you can clean these by use of water and mild soap. Using a wet clean cloth, wring this cloth and ensure it is just damp before you can wipe the dirty areas of the furniture.
You can nourish the leather with linseed oil and vinegar. Use two parts linseed oil with one part vinegar. Shake this mixture well and rub it in the leather and leave for 10 minutes. By use of a cloth, buff it out. You can also use a leather cream by applying it to the leather after cleaning. This is good for re-moisturizing.
3. Cleaning Wood Furniture
Wood is another very common material used to make furniture. The first thing you need to do is determine the kind of finish on the furniture. You can use a mild cleaner and move to a stronger cleaning method depending on the reaction of the furniture. If the furniture is painted, stained, or otherwise, you can use a suitable cleaning method. Dust and loose dirt should be wiped off the furniture. Any dirt and loose dust can be removed with a dry piece of cloth. For any stains on the surface, you can use mild soap and water. Use a clean cloth soaked in soapy water for this purpose. Remember to use furniture polish and wax if your furniture is beginning to look dull.
The above are good ways to generally care for your furniture. However, it should be noted that furniture should be placed on clean surfaces for it to last longer. This is the best way to make it conducive to seat on and relax on. Damp environments or dusty and dirty environments can lead to the deterioration of the furniture.
