Tips and Tricks for Cleaning a Microfiber Couch

Microfiber is a type of fabric that consists of very small strands of fiber. Generally, microfiber is considered extremely durable and therefore is a popular choice when it comes to buyers looking to invest in furniture. Plus, microfiber furniture is regarded as being "low maintenance" and cleaning it is easy, especially when you know what to do. This guide will give you several different tips and tricks for cleaning a microfiber couch.

Immediate Clean-Up

Should you ever spill any liquids or drop crumbs or other foods onto the couch, clean them up immediately. Wiping things down to be "good for now" and then trying to tackle them later can result in extremely hard to clean stains, or worse, permanent stains.

Microfiber Cleaning Products

Check the label on the couch to see if any recommendations are present on which cleaning product to choose. Otherwise, chances are, the store or manufacturer that you purchased the sofa from either offers specific cleaning products for sale at their store or they may have a warranty to purchase that covers stains (though you would need to purchase this at the time you purchase your couch.)

Having a product that is recommended for your specific couch can help save time and money because you won't need to search for a product that's safe to use and you won't void out your warranty by using incorrect cleaning products.

If you've bought the warranty or are planning to buy the warranty, check to see if it includes cleaning stains or replacing cushions with stains that will not come out.

Pet Urine

Removing pet urine on a microfiber sofa is also relatively easy. Simply blot up the urine (don't rub, as this will only further inject the urine into the fabric) and then sprinkle with baking soda. Allow to dry and then vacuum up the baking soda, which removes the urine smell. If necessary, you can clean with a microfiber cleaning product afterward to remove any remaining stains.

Hard, "Crusty" Spots After Cleaning

In some cases the cleaning method chosen may get the stain out but leave behind a hardened or crusty area after it's dried. Fortunately, microfiber is resilient and can bounce back with little effort. Using an old (clean) toothbrush or some other soft-bristled brush, gently rub over the area to separate the microfiber strands.

When to Admit Defeat

In some cases, a stain may require professional cleaning help. Rather than purchasing several different products in an attempt to clean the stain yourself, hire a professional. Otherwise, you run the risk of damaging your couch by repeatedly cleaning the same area over and over again. Just be sure to take notes on the techniques that your chosen professional uses to clean your microfiber sofa and ask for tips that can help you next time this occurs.