If you wish to restore the royal appearance of your velvet sofa, here is the solution. Cleaning a velvet sofa is not as difficult as it seems. With some easy methods and a calm mind, you can give it a spotless clean look. Read the full article to learn how to clean velvet sofas.
How To Clean Velvet Sofa?
⇒ Things You’ll Need
To properly clean a velvet sofa, you need the right tools & products. Have the following things at hand while cleaning your velvet sofa.
- Vacuum With an upholstery attachment
- Spatula/ dull knife
- Cloth steamer
- Microfiber cloth
- A whisk
- A bowl
- Dishwashing Liquids
- Paper Towels
- Dishwashing Liquid
⇒ Vacuum The Sofa
Use an upholstery attachment to vacuum your sofa. Start from the top of your sofa and work your way on the sofa in a grid. This way, you can cover every area of the furniture. Vacuuming will loosen the dust & soil so you can remove them easily.
Don’t forget to vacuum between & under the cushion and also underneath your velvet sofa.
⇒ Remove The Creases
Creases are common in velvet fabric and upholstery. If you don’t remove them on time, these creases may become permanent and expose the backing of the velvet fibre.
To remove these creases, you can use a handheld clothes steamer. Put your steamer in the low heat setting to prevent any damage to the delicate velvet fibres. Holding the steamer several inches away from the fabric, move it over the problem areas. And use your hands to brush the nap in the opposite direction.
It will release the creases from your velvet sofa and make it smooth again.
Pro Tip: If you don’t have a steamer, you can use an iron for this purpose. Fill the iron with water and use it on the steam setting. Keep the iron at least 6-7 inches away from the fabric and ensure it doesn’t touch the fabric to prevent damage.
⇒ Treat The Stains
One golden rule to follow when you are dealing with spills is to clean them as soon as they occur. If a spill happens, first remove any solid with a dull knife and blot the moisture with paper towels until all the moisture is gone. Never rub a stain, as that can set it deeper inside the velvet fibres.
To treat the stains, do the following.
- Mix 2-3 drops of dishwashing liquids with 2 cups of warm water
- Using a whisk to create suds in this liquid.
- Take a microfiber cloth, dip it in fresh water and wring the excessive moisture from it until it is just damp.
- Now dip the damp cloth into the suds and blot the stained area till the stain is gone.
- Finally, allow the area to air dry.
Additional Tips On How To Clean Velvet Sofa
⇒ Treat Spills Immediately
Clean any spills on your velvet sofa immediately to prevent the stain from getting too deep into the fibres. If the stains set in, it can increase your work, and you may have to call a professional upholstery cleaning service to restore your velvet sofa.
⇒ Regularly Vacuum Your Velvet Sofa
To prevent the accumulation of dirt and grime on your sofa, try to vacuum your sofa regularly. Vacuuming will also ensure that your velvet sofa doesn’t look dim and always reflect its innate elegance.
⇒ Keep Sofa Away From Direct Sunlight
Direct sunlight can affect the colour of your velvet fabric and cause it to fade over time. Ensure that your velvet sofa isn’t under a sunny spot, especially if it is a brighter colour like red, purple, or blue.
⇒ Test Any Solution Before Use
Before using any unknown cleaning solution on your velvet sofa, test it on a small hidden area. It makes sure that you don’t use a cleaner that may damage your delicate velvet fabric.
⇒ Hire Professionals
If you think that trying to clean the sofa by yourself may damage it further, you should consider hiring professional upholstery cleaning services. Professionals have many years of experience in the field and know how to treat every stain and clean any fabric.
Wrapping Up
Velvet sofas uplift the look of the entire house by adding a touch of elegance to it. But velvet fabrics tend to get dirty easily and can get damaged if you don’t treat them properly.
However, after reading this blog, you don’t have to panic if you accidentally spill something on your sofa. Because now you know how to clean velvet sofas. With some simple steps, you can easily restore your velvet sofa to its former condition.
