How do I clean home furnishings?

House cleaning

The furnishings of the house need to be cleaned and taken care of on a regular basis, and this includes all types of upholstered furniture and other furnishings. such as curtains, floor mats, pillows, sofas, carpets, and others, as their colors become dull due to frequent lying on them and using them, in addition to the dust that accumulates on top of them, and the possibility of staining them with stains that are stuck in their tissues and difficult to remove if they are left and neglected, and we do not forget to clean under them; To ensure that harmful insects and microbes that may be transmitted by pets do not enter and accumulate, and cause harm to homeowners as well.

How to clean home furnishings

Home furnishings can be cleaned and preserved by following these steps:

Upholstery cleaning

Various furniture, such as sofas, sofas, etc., can be cleaned and upholstered well through the following steps:

• Read the instructions and instructions: Which may be written on the textile marks on the back with the intention of indicating the appropriate methods of cleaning it, and some of them contain the following symbols or phrases:
  • The letter (W), which is an abbreviation for the word (Water): means the use of water and non-harsh detergents that include water, such as a solution of soap and water, and this method is often used for industrial fabrics, such as: polyester, nylon, acetate, and others.
  • The letter (S), which is an abbreviation for the word (Solvent): means cleaning it using solvents that are dry and do not contain water, and are often used for natural fibers, including: silk, cotton, wool, and linen.
  • Literal (S/W): They are an abbreviation for the two previous methods, and mean that water can be used to clean the cloth, or it can be replaced with a solvent.
  • Letter (X): It is a warning sign that prevents the user from cleaning with water or solvents, and he should only use a vacuum cleaner for cleaning, or a soft brush to remove suspended dirt.
• Remove pillows and floors: Back and floor cushions on some furniture can be removed, check for zippers to remove covers and wash based on fabric instructions.
• Remove large stuck dirt Large solid dirt is removed from the furniture using a large spoon if it is caused by food spills, large partly leftovers, rock pieces, or visible debris.
• Remove small dust and dirt Small dirt stuck in the corners and sides of the upholstery, and in narrow places, is removed using a vacuum cleaner, in addition to the need to clean the remnants of lint, or pet hair sticking to the fabric using a clothes brush, or a special brush to remove animal hair.
• Start by cleaning the cloth : The fabric is cleaned according to the materials written in the instruction sheet, and it is advised to follow and adhere to the instructions, and not to replace them with harsh materials that may damage the fabric or change its color.

Brush cleaning according to its type

Bedding can be cleaned based on the type of fabric in the following way:

• Regular cloth cleaning with soapy waterFabrics that are allowed to be cleaned in this way are cleaned by following the following steps:
  • Mix 1/4 cup of dishwashing liquid with XNUMX cup of warm water, and stir well.
  • The foam is placed on the upholstery by dividing it into parts and rubbing each part with a soft and clean brush.
  • Excess water is removed and the upholstery is rinsed by rubbing it with a damp cloth, noting that the cloth must be washed when it becomes dirty.
• Leather cleaning clothIt is recommended to clean leather upholstery using warm water and dishwashing soap by making foam, rubbing the leather with a soft brush, then wiping it with a wet sponge, in addition to the possibility of using balm from time to time to give it shine and restore its luster again.
• Vinyl cleaningVinyl fabrics are cleaned in the same way as leather, and there are special commercial detergents designed for this purpose, and they can be cleaned by putting baking soda on a cloth and washing it with dishwashing liquid and cleaning the cloth with it, and it is not recommended to use oily products at all; Because it causes hardening of the vinyl cloth.

Clean pet traces and odors from brushes

It is necessary to clean the traces and smells of pets that attach to bedding and carpets in the house, and cause discomfort to their owners, which is the reason behind designing some specialized cleaners to remove their stains and traces, with the need to pay attention to the previously mentioned bedding instructions, including the following:

• Enzymatic stain removersThey are effective enzymatic cleaners that break down the acids present in the waste and traces of pets, and remove them strongly without damaging the furniture and its upholstery. They are suitable for use on laundry and cloth if the stains are in the laundry baskets as well, as they give them a beautiful scent due to the beneficial bacteria that eliminate harmful bacteria and remove their unpleasant odors. .
• DeodorantsSome products contain natural substances such as orange oil, and other commercial ones with different compositions that are manufactured with the aim of eliminating the smells and waste of cats and other domestic animals that may be attached to bedding, carpets, wood and outside the pipe as well, and some of them are safe and non-toxic and remove the smell of ammonia caused by their waste without damaging the fabric. Or leave a smell and fumes that harm the owners of the house.

Freshening home furnishings

The matter is not limited to cleaning the mattress only, but it can also be perfumed and given a good and attractive smell that the homeowners enjoy smelling at all times, by making a home freshener from essential aromatic oils, following the following method:

• the ingredients:
  • 30 drops of fir essential oil.
  • 24 drops of lavender essential oil.
  • 36 drops of lemon essential oil.
  • One tablespoon of medical alcohol.
  • 30 drops of cypress essential oil.
  • An appropriate amount of filtered or distilled water.
  • A spray bottle, preferably made of glass.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix the essential oils with the amounts shown above with medical alcohol well.
  • The aromatic solution is placed in a spray bottle and left for 15 minutes until the scents blend together well.
  • Add water to the bottle until it is full, leaving a space of 1.5 cm empty at the top.
  • Shake the bottle well to mix its ingredients effectively.
  • The perfumed spray is preserved without the need to refrigerate it due to the presence of alcohol in it, in addition to the necessity of shaking it when using each time.
  • The aromatic spray is sprayed on different mattresses and fabrics as it is considered safe, but it can be tested on a small area of ​​the mattresses to be more reassured about the fabric if desired.