How To Clean Suede Couch Cushions

Then use a nail brush and warm water to clean the stubborn stains.

How to clean suede couch cushions. Before you clean suede couch cushions check the care tag. To clean suede furniture naturally use a towel to blot up a liquid stain as soon as it has been spilled. Use the vacuum attachment to clean the bottom portion of the couch making sure to clean in crevices. Then wipe the cushions with a suede brush or a terry cloth. If the cushion seats are removable take them off the sofa and set them aside.

If the label says w it s safe to use water to clean the cushions. If the tag says x you should only use your vacuum. Immerse the cushions one at a time in a solution consisting of cold water and detergent for 5 10 minutes and let them dry in the open air. Clean pee off water washable sofa cushions while the urine spot is still fresh for the best results. Then dip a terry cloth in white vinegar and rub it in a x shaped motion since circular motions can darken the suede.

If you re working with a w labeled sofa create a water based mixture of warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap. The next day using the brush remove the starch and then mist the stain with an iron. Mix a little white vinegar with a squirt or two of dish soap. Dampen a soft cloth in your solution and wipe the cushions clean. If the oil or grease stain is fresh you can apply cornstarch to the stain and let sit overnight.

Blot the spot with the vinegar and soap solution using a soft white cloth. Avoid using any harsh cleaners including bleach and ammonia based cleaners. Mix your own cleaner by stirring a few squirts of dish soap and 1 tablespoon white vinegar into 2 cups cool water ideally distilled water. For general cleaning you can use a commercial leather cleaner in water or equal parts white vinegar and water. If that doesn t work try a cleaner designed for suede shoes.

Once the stain is gone allow the suede to air dry. If it says s you should only use solvents like rubbing alcohol for cleaning while s w means you can use either solvents or water. Use a cleaner with a vacuum upholstery attachment to clean the backrest backside and armrests of the couch. Vacuum the top and bottom of the cushions. Remove the cushion cover from the cushion and take it to a cleaner of your preference.