How to quickly wash and clean a light leather sofa from any stains at home?

Buying light leather furniture, the owners often think about a stylish design, their own prestige, but very rarely about how difficult it will be to take care of such acquisitions. Cleaning leather furniture requires not only effort, but also certain knowledge, since errors can be very expensive.

What you need to know before you start?

Before you clean the sofa, you need to determine exactly what type of leather cover you have to work with. It matters whether genuine leather or artificial was used, a type of dye. It is especially important to read in the manual which cleaning products the manufacturer recommends. In no case do not try to clean with a product that does not fall on the proposed list.

Tip

Before using a new cleaning agent, it is reasonable to test its effect in a small area that is closed to attention. In case of unsuccessful interaction, the sofa will not be damaged.

At the same time, there are a number of homemade tricks that will not damage furniture and will be effective in use.

Regular cleaning - fast, prudent and gentle

They haven’t come up with anything better. Especially regarding ordinary dirt. Despite the processing during manufacture, the coating remains porous, and over time the dust becomes stubborn dirt. On bright it is especially noticeable. The actions are extremely simple: vacuum the surface every week, removing large debris, and then gently wipe it with a damp cloth.

Important to remember!

• The rag should not be wet, as moisture is absorbed into the furniture and gives “joy” in the form of mold or fungi. In addition, the artificial coating sits at 2-3% when dried, which can create bumps, puffs, small wrinkles.
• Strongly rubbing is not recommended, so as not to damage the top coating.
• Velor sofas cannot be vacuumed; the pile deteriorates from this. Only brushes with soft bristles and only along the pile on the coating. Instead of a rag, a microfiber cloth soaked in a mild soap solution.
• For relief surfaces, it is wise to use soft clothes or toothbrushes.
• Drying with household appliances is not recommended: the coating may lose its luster, wrinkle, or even form cracks.

Stain removal

If a piece of furniture is frequently used by children, stains can be any. Teenagers also like to loung at the TV with food. Coffee and juices, fat, and even blood - all this can appear on an expensive sofa. To wash such a disgrace, you need to immediately, until it reaches the fabric base and thoroughly ate, having dried up (remember: you can’t wet and rub it!).

In this case, all abrasive cleaners should be discarded decisively. Substances containing acids, alkali or chlorine, and all hard rags, brushes, will not work. Vacuum cleaner nozzles are selected according to the same principle.

There are various methods for working with stains.

1. Juices are removed with a mixture of ammonia and vinegar. It must be applied to the stain and left to dry. Rinse lightly with a wet cloth later and allow to dry by yourself.
2. Fresh blood is easily removed. It is enough to take laundry soap and cold water. Old blood doesn't give up so fast. You can try a solution of an aspirin tablet in a glass of water, a saline solution (1 tbsp. Per liter of water), but often a one-time treatment procedure is not enough, you have to clean several times.
3. It is easier with fat, especially fresh.All you need is to sprinkle with salt. And then get wet with a napkin.
4. Coffee brings more trouble, it quickly eats upholstery. You can solve the problem with an aqueous solution of vinegar or ordinary detergent for dishes.
5. Remove wine the longest. First, the liquid is soaked with a soft cloth, then sprinkled with salt and rub with a soft brush. White wine does not require salt, you can proceed to the next step - wipe with alcohol.
6. Traces of a ballpoint pen or felt-tip pen may be washed with alcohol. In an extreme case, you can risk using acetone, but this is an extreme measure, not always safe. Naturally, only their solutions in cold water are used.
7. Of particular danger are fungi and mold. They can not only leave dark spots, but also become a source of development of many diseases. A solution of vinegar will help to cope with trouble.
8. Of the chemicals that are in almost every home, you can use "Vanish." Just do not rush to the sofa with the bag, but dilute the product in water, apply to a soft rag, squeeze, and then rub light skin. Not sure about security? Check on the back. "Vanish" really quickly defeats spots of different origin and is convenient for use at home.

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In no case do not allow rubbing spots, you will only increase the problem and the time it will be fixed. Moreover, a tattered stain may appear later, when the main focus is thoroughly cleaned, dried, and it will be very difficult to wash it.

Milk does not stain if it is natural and is easy to grind all over the sofa. It will be even beneficial for the skin - softening and moisturizing with natural substances. It is only necessary to make sure that the liquid does not go into the seams and does not sour inside.

Steam cleaner

For lovers of modern innovations and careless handling of furniture, manufacturers have released a steam cleaner. This is a device that is used at home to remove stains not only from furniture, but also from carpets. But you need to be careful when buying: poor-quality equipment can easily damage expensive things.

In addition, you should carefully consider the choice of detergent, the use of which in the device is mandatory. It should be gentle, high-quality and specifically suitable for your type of upholstery. It is not a concentrate from a bottle that is used, but its solution in water, and a small amount so as not to dilute the moisture. How to clean a leather sofa with a steam cleaner? On the surface you need to go several times, slowing down the spots.

Care after cleaning

The skin does not require special care. The main thing for her is stable humidity, temperature conditions and the absence of direct sunlight. If these requirements are met, it is enough to use a special moisturizer once every six months and several times a year - substances that help maintain shine.

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There is a simple natural remedy that will replace expensive industrial options. You just need to thoroughly beat the protein and gently wipe the skin with a damp cloth dampened in it. The surface will look brand new and shiny.

If it was not without scuffs, “liquid skin” will save the situation. This is a water-soluble polymer, a thin layer of which, pressed with a dry sponge, returns its former spectacular appearance.

In general, leather furniture is quite "tenacious", does not require very careful care. Minimal measures will help to use it for years and at the same time enjoy a chic appearance.