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Your sofa collects more than you might think, from dust and crumbs to pet hair and everyday stains.
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Even if it looks clean on the surface, dirt can build up in the fabric over time.
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Brands like Hoover, BISSELL and Scotchgard offer a range of products to help keep your upholstery clean, tackle stubborn spills and protect compatible fabrics.
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With the right tools and a little regular maintenance, you can keep your sofa looking fresh for longer.
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The BISSELL PowerClean Lithium-Ion Cordless Hand Vacuum is a handy option for cleaning cushions, seams and the narrow gaps where crumbs tend to collect.
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Its cordless design also makes it convenient for quick cleanups between deeper cleans.
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If you have pets, it’s worth tackling loose fur before moving on to stains.
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The ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover is reusable and designed to collect pet hair from upholstered furniture, making it useful for lifting fur from cushions and other fabric-covered surfaces.
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Give your sofa a deeper clean with this portable machine
Pro tip: If your sofa still looks dingy after vacuuming, it might be time to bring in a spot cleaner. The Hoover CleanSlate Portable Carpet and Upholstery Spot Cleaner is designed to tackle spills, stains and built-up grime that a regular vacuum can’t remove.
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It sprays cleaning solution onto the fabric and extracts the dirty water, while its attachments help you get into tricky spots and clean larger messes.
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It’s also portable, so you can use it on other compatible surfaces around the house, including carpets and rugs.
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Before getting started, check your sofa’s care instructions and test a small, hidden area to make sure wet cleaning is suitable for the fabric.
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For isolated stains, a targeted spray may also come in handy.
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Check the label before using it on your sofa, and test a small, hidden area first to ensure it doesn’t affect the fabric’s colour or finish.
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Upholstery marked W can generally be cleaned with water-based products, while S indicates solvent-based cleaning.
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WS or SW may allow either method, and X means vacuuming or brushing only.
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Always test your chosen product on a small, inconspicuous area and let it dry completely before proceeding.
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Avoid oversaturating the fabric, as excess moisture can seep into the cushion filling and take a long time to dry.
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Once your sofa is clean and completely dry, you may also want to consider a fabric protectant.
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Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield is designed to help repel water-based spills on compatible fabrics, which may make it easier to manage future accidents.
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A clean sofa starts with removing loose dirt and hair, followed by treating stains with products suited to your upholstery.
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The Hoover CleanSlate is the main product to consider if you’re looking for a portable way to tackle deeper messes, while a handheld vacuum, pet hair remover and targeted stain spray can help with routine maintenance.
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Just remember that not every sofa is suitable for wet cleaning.
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Check the care instructions, test products on a hidden spot and let upholstery dry completely before using it again.
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