Your furniture can be a very significant investment that you probably want to protect and make last as long as possible. Depending on the upholstery, there are things that you can do to help maximize your upholstery life and there are things better left to professionals. Let's take a look at some of these considerations.
2. Fabric Considerations
• Furniture is not cheap and quality furniture can take a substantial bite out of your checkbook. But
buying good quality furniture is just the start. After the initial investment has been made, one has
to be sure to maintain their investment through regular upholstery furniture cleaning.
Fabric Considerations
• All upholstery is not created equally! For those who want to protect their upholstery, a little
information specific to the fabric is critical. Depending on your lifestyle, some fabrics may be more
practical than others. In instances where a family has small children, and the spills associated with
them, you would probably want to go with a fabric that is tightly woven. Such fabrics will be able to
weather the storm of spills, grime, and daily wear and tear that children will subject the fabric to
routinely. You will also want to apply a stain repellant to the fabric. Stain blocking treatments, while
not perfect, add a significant level of protection that will increase the life of your upholstery.
• On the other hand, for child-free environments, stain or brocade make excellent choices. These can
also last a significant amount of time and look great with proper care.
3. Everyday Care
• Caring for your upholstery on a regular basis is not a
giant chore, the key, however, is consistency. If you
want your upholstery to last, you simply need to
perform a few simple chores consistently. The most
obvious is to clean up spills as soon as they happen.
Then you need to get into a weekly habit of using a
vacuum or a brush to clean your upholstery thus
preventing dust from building up in the fibers of your
furniture's fabric. While you are doing this, take the
opportunity to turn your cushions so that they will get
an even amount of wear over the course of time.
4. Professional Maintenance
• If you have chosen your fabric wisely and are doing your part to
maintain your furniture, the next step is an annual professional
upholstery cleaning. Sure it costs a few dollars, but it is well worth it
in terms of ensuring that the job is performed correctly based on
the fabric being cleaned. The fabric on your furniture is coded
based on its material and the acceptable cleaning products that
should be used on it. These codes, W, S, WS, and X are very
important and, if not understood, could lead to permanent damage.
• Under no circumstances would a reputable upholstery cleaning
company ever recommend that someone with microfiber or leather
furniture attempt their own cleaning. the risk is just too great.
Always use a professional for these fabrics!
5. What To Expect From A Professional
Furniture Cleaner
• When you hire a professional to come clean your
upholstery, you can, firstly, expect that they will take to
time to carefully examine the furniture for existing
damage or stains. Once done and any issue have been
identified and shown to the customer, the technician
will most likely remove and dust by vacuuming the
fabric. After that, the technician will begin treating any
stains that might exist. Then the actual cleaning
process will be performed. Once completed, the
technician should allow you to do a thorough
inspection prior to leaving.
6. • Let the professionals at MJ Home Services be
your upholstery cleaner in Baltimore and the
surrounding areas. We have many years
experience in cleaning all types of fabrics. Your
furniture is in good hands when you choose us
the next time you need your upholstery
cleaned.
