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Upholstery cleaning — Cleaning
A sofa or chair may need cleaning after everyday use, a spill or visible staining. Provide photographs of the whole item, affected patches and any care label so a cleaner can assess the fabric and construction before proposing a method.
Service scope
Upholstery cleaning treats soiling on fabric-covered seating and other agreed upholstered items. Method selection depends on the covering, construction and care instructions, so the service is distinct from general room cleaning, leather restoration and fabric repair.
What is normally included
- Cleaning fabric sofas and chairs
- Assessment of stains on upholstered seating
- Material-appropriate treatment of agreed cushions
What is not included
- Repairing torn fabric or failed cushioning
- Assuming every covering can be wet-cleaned
Typical tasks
- Inspect fabric and available care information
- Record existing wear and staining
- Remove accessible dry soil
- Treat agreed fabric areas using a compatible method
- Explain drying and return-to-use arrangements
What to include in your brief
- Furniture type and seat count
- Fabric or care-label information
- Stain type and age if known
- Prior cleaning attempts
- Access and room-ventilation conditions
Choosing the right professional
Ask about experience with the particular covering and whether a compatibility test is needed. A provider should explain likely improvement and limitations without guaranteeing that every mark, odour or faded patch will disappear.
Important considerations
- Unsuitable moisture or products can affect fabrics and dyes
- Wear, fading and permanent stains are not necessarily removable dirt
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