How to clean a light leather sofa at home carefully and efficiently?

When buying light leather furniture, the owners often think of stylish design, their own prestige, but very rarely how difficult it will be to take care of such acquisitions. Cleaning leather furniture requires not only effort, but also certain knowledge, since mistakes can cost very much.

What do I need to know before I start?

Before you clean the sofa, you need to determine exactly what type of leather cover to work. It matters whether genuine leather or artificial dye type was used. It is especially important to read the instructions in the manual which cleaning agents are recommended by the manufacturer. Do not attempt to clean a product that does not fall into the proposed list.

Advice

Before using a new cleaning product, it is reasonable to try it on a small and closed area. In case of unsuccessful interaction, the sofa will not be spoiled.

There are a number of house tricks that will not damage furniture and will be effective in use.

Regular cleaning - quickly, prudently and sparing

Nothing better yet to come up. Especially with regard to ordinary dirt. Despite the processing during manufacture, the coating remains porous, and eventually the dust becomes stale with dirt. On light it is especially noticeable. Actions are extremely simple: every week, vacuum the surface, removing large debris, and then gently rub with a damp cloth.

It's important to remember!

• The rag should not be wet, because moisture will be absorbed into the furniture and will give "joy" in the form of mold or fungi. In addition, the artificial coating when dried, sits on 2-3%, which can create unevenness, tightening, small folds.
• It is not recommended to rub hard to avoid damaging the top coat.
• Velor sofas can not be vacuumed, this causes the pile to deteriorate. Only brushes with soft bristles and only along the pile on the surface. Instead of a rag - a napkin made of microfiber, impregnated with a weak solution of soap.
• For a raised surface it is reasonable to use soft clothing or toothbrushes.
• Drying with household appliances is not recommended: the coating can lose its shine, wrinkle, and even create cracks.

Removing stains

If a product of the furniture industry is exposed to frequent use by children, stains can be any. Teenagers also like to lie around the TV with food. Coffee and juices, fat, and even blood - all this can appear on the dapper sofa. It is necessary to wash out such disgrace immediately, until it reaches the tissue base and thoroughly withered, withered( remember: it's impossible to rub and rub!).

Strongly discard all abrasive cleaners. Do not use substances containing acids, alkali or chlorine, and all hard rags-brushes. The nozzles to the vacuum cleaner are selected by the same principle.

There are various methods of working with spots.

1. Juices are excreted with a mixture of ammonia and vinegar. It must be applied to the stain and left to dry. Later gently rinse with a wet cloth and allow to dry yourself.
2. Fresh blood is removed easily. It is enough to take household soap and cold water. The old blood does not give up so quickly. You can try a solution of aspirin in a glass of water, salt solution( 1 tablespoon per liter of water), but often a single treatment procedure is not enough, you have to clean several times.
3. With fat is easier, especially fresh. All you have to do is sprinkle with salt. And then get wet with a napkin.
4. Coffee brings more trouble, it quickly gobbles upholstery. Solve the problem with an aqueous solution of vinegar or a common dishwashing detergent.
5. It's the longest time to remove wine. First, the liquid is soaked with a soft cloth, then sprinkle with salt and rubbed with a soft brush. White wine does not require salt, you can proceed to the next stage - wipe with alcohol.
6. Traces of a ballpoint pen or felt-tip pen can clean the alcohol. In extreme cases, you can take the risk of using acetone, but this is an extreme measure, not always safe. Naturally, only their solutions in cold water are used.
7. Fungi and mold are especially dangerous. They not only can leave dark spots, but also become a source of development of many diseases. A solution of vinegar will help to cope with the trouble.
8. Of the chemicals that exist in almost every home, you can use "Vanish".Just do not rush to the couch with the package, and dilute the product in water, apply on a soft rag, squeeze, and then rub the light skin. Not sure about the security? Check on the back."Vanish" really quickly conquers stains of different origins and is convenient for use at home.

Advice

Do not allow the trituration of the stains, you will only increase the problem and the time of its elimination. Moreover, it can appear later when the main hearth is thoroughly cleaned, dried, and it will be very difficult to wash it.

Milk does not leave stains, if it is natural, and it is easy to grind it all over the sofa. For the skin it will even be useful - softening and moisturizing with natural substances. It is only necessary to make sure that the liquid does not go into the seams and not prokisla inside.

Steam cleaner

For fans of modern novelties and negligent handling of furniture manufacturers have produced 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 have to be careful when buying: poor-quality equipment can easily damage expensive things.

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

Care after cleaning

The skin does not require any special care. The main thing for her is stable humidity, temperature regime and absence of direct sunlight. If these requirements are met, it is sufficient to use a special humidifier once every six months and several times a year - substances that preserve gloss.

Board

There is a simple natural tool that will replace expensive industrial options. It is only necessary to thoroughly beat the protein and gently rub the skin with a woolen cloth soaked in it. The surface will look new and shiny.

If without abrasions, the "liquid skin" will save the situation. It is a water-soluble polymer, a thin layer of which, pressed by a dry sponge, returns the former spectacular appearance.

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