How to Clean Your Upholstery
Unnatural, chemical-based cleansers often contain toxic and hazardous chemicals, dangerous to both their user and the environment. Millennials, environmentally conscious consumers and those with sensitivities to toxic chemicals are turning back to less-harmful cleaning products. Below we will describe how to make your own natural upholstery cleaner when your upholstered furniture gets stained.
To make your own homemade upholstery stain cleaner you can use nothing more than a combination of soap, vinegar, and water. The recipe is:
- 1/2 tablespoon of natural liquid soap
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 3/4 cup warm water
Combine all three in a spray bottle and shake to combine the ingredients. Mist the soiled area lightly with the spray bottle, then scrub the area in a circular motion with a soft cloth. Reapply as necessary, until the stained area becomes clean. Moisten your cloth with clean, warm water and repeat the scrubbing motion to remove excess soap. You can finish off by blotting the damp area with a dry cloth. In order to avoid discoloration of visible areas of the fabric, it is absolutely vital that you test it out first on a part of the furniture that is out of sight.
It doesn’t always work, but it can still be quite effective. If your natural homemade cleaner does not work, you may need to consider purchasing an upholstery cleaning product or contact a professional cleaner.
Here is also a video on DIY furniture cleaner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Homemade Upholstery Cleaner If I Have Professional Maid Services in NYC?
Yes, you can definitely use homemade upholstery cleaner between your professional cleaning appointments! Many of our clients who use maid services NYC appreciate having DIY solutions for quick spot treatments. Our trained cleaning crew actually recommends keeping a simple homemade cleaner on hand for immediate spills on your furniture.
When you work with Maid Sailors, we bring all our professional-grade cleaning supplies to handle your upholstery during regular visits. However, life happens between cleanings. Having a homemade solution ready means you can tackle that coffee spill or pet accident right away without waiting for your next scheduled service.
One client recently shared, “The team was happy to accommodate my special cleaning requests.” This flexibility is something we pride ourselves on. If you want us to focus extra attention on upholstery during your cleaning, just let us know through our concierge-style service. You can text, email, or call us even during the cleaning to add specific requests.
Our experience shows that combining professional deep cleaning NYC visits with your own spot maintenance works best. We handle the thorough, time-consuming upholstery cleaning during our appointments, while you manage emergency situations with your homemade cleaner. This approach keeps your furniture looking great all month long without extra stress.
For households with kids or pets, we also recommend our green eco-friendly cleaning service, which uses non-toxic products similar to many homemade solutions. It’s the perfect complement to your DIY efforts between our visits.