Basic cleaning procedures for dulled upholstered furniture include wet cleaning methods like hot water extraction (steam cleaning) and dry cleaning methods using solvents. Hot water extraction sprays a hot water and detergent solution onto upholstery under pressure to flush out dirt, which is immediately extracted by the vacuum action of a steam cleaner appliance. Steam cleaners are good for moderate to heavy soil but must be used carefully to avoid over-wetting furniture.
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2. Dulled Upholstered
Furniture
After a while, the appearance of your upholstered
furniture pieces may be dulled by an
accumulation of soil which is not readily
removed even by frequent vacuuming. When this
occurs, it may become necessary to clean your
upholstery by using appropriate cleaning
products and equipment.
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3. Basic cleaning procedures include wet cleaning and dry
cleaning. Wet cleaning procedures include hot water extraction
-also called steam cleaning-, foam, and shampoo. Dry cleaning
procedures use solvents and include dry extraction and
absorbent compound cleaning with dry powders.
4. HOT WATER EXTRACTION
Hot water extraction is one of the most widely used
methods for upholstery cleaning. It is also known as
steam cleaning in Charlotte, NC, although no steam is
used in the process. In this method, a hot water and
detergent solution is sprayed onto the upholstery,
under pressure, to flush out the dirt and soil.
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5. This solution is immediately extracted by the
vacuum action of the steam cleaner, a mechanical
appliance of varying size and power available for
purchase or rent at most home improvement
stores.
THE VACUUM ACTION OF THE
STEAM CLEANER
6. Steam Cleaners
A steam cleaner is an excellent choice for cleaning moderate to
heavily soiled upholstery. However, it must be handled with
caution, since over-wetting- may cause damage to the fabric or
the structural elements of your furniture.