How to Clean Microfiber Furniture
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Article Title: How to Clean Microfiber Furniture
Author: Jesse Akre
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Microfiber furniture is a wonder to behold, but it also holds some challenges when it comes time to clean it. If you�ve seen microfiber furniture, then you know that it can be made to look like virtually anything, including suede and leather. It is extremely soft and supple to the touch, yet very lightweight. It only has one weakness � watermarks. The very stain resistant properties of the furniture also makes it prone to water marks. If you use the wrong cleaning products and methods, you can even break down the microfibers themselves, leaving them lackluster and even weak.
Of course, the easiest way to keep microfiber furniture in top condition is to keep it clean in the first place with regular maintenance.
If you have pets you already know that microfiber fabrics love to hold onto their hair. A brush won�t work. Instead you need to use a lint roller or a cloth that is specially designed to remove pet hair. You can also use masking tape that has been looped around your hand with the sticky side facing out. This is, after all, virtually the same as a lint roller. Body oils from pets and people can make the hair stick like glue. It�s going to require more thorough cleaning. The best way to avoid this is to vacuum the furniture weekly to remove any hair and follow that up with the lint brush. This will prevent the hair and oil from having enough time to become engrained in the microfiber.
If there is a spill, use a highly absorbent cloth of white terry. Blot, don�t wipe. Continue to blot until the area is as dry as possible. If there is a stain, use mild detergent. Use as little water as possible. Blot it dry and follow up with a hair dryer to completely dry any liquid that remains. Don�t use a hot heat setting. A cool setting will do just fine. The goal is to evaporate the water, not make the stain permanent. Cushions of microfiber furniture should be flipped from time to time. This will reduce the wear spots that develop as people sit in the same place on cushions. If possible you want to keep the furniture out of direct sunlight so it doesn�t fade. Another good way to avoid fading in sunnier climes is to rearrange your furniture occasionally so different parts are in the sun. One of the great things about microfiber furniture is that it�s highly resistant to soiling and stains. But that doesn�t mean that it doesn�t need to be cleaned, however. Pollution, cooking vapors and grease will coat the fabric. To clean it you want to do a deep cleaning that uses low moisture levels. Don�t use a carpet cleaner � it will cause wrinkles and the microfiber may even shrink. Also, never use acetone or any product that contains bleach or even a bleach substitute. Some chemicals can even dissolve the microfiber so don�t be tempted to improvise.
Start your annual cleaning by reading the manufacturer�s recommendations. Follow them closely. Vacuum the entire surface with a high powered vacuum at least once a month. If you�re not sure how to clean microfiber furniture you may want to call in professionals, a company that is used to cleaning this type of furniture.
While it may sound like a good idea to save a couple of bucks and clean it yourself, you could end up making a very costly mistake. If you don�t know what you�re doing, you can quickly reduce microfiber furniture from one of your most cherished possessions to a candidate for the dumpster. Microfiber furniture, any furniture really, is a big investment and you want to make sure you protect that investment by giving it the care and attention it deserves. Occasionally, that requires the pros.
About The Author: Jesse Akre is a successful business owner of numerous furniture websites that offer decor advice and style suggestions. His websites offer product information about patio furniture, outdoor living styles and decor for your home and garden. http://www.GourmetDecorStore.com
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Article Title: How to Clean Microfiber Furniture
Author: Jesse Akre
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Microfiber furniture is a wonder to behold, but it also holds some challenges when it comes time to clean it. If you�ve seen microfiber furniture, then you know that it can be made to look like virtually anything, including suede and leather. It is extremely soft and supple to the touch, yet very lightweight. It only has one weakness � watermarks. The very stain resistant properties of the furniture also makes it prone to water marks. If you use the wrong cleaning products and methods, you can even break down the microfibers themselves, leaving them lackluster and even weak.
Of course, the easiest way to keep microfiber furniture in top condition is to keep it clean in the first place with regular maintenance.
If you have pets you already know that microfiber fabrics love to hold onto their hair. A brush won�t work. Instead you need to use a lint roller or a cloth that is specially designed to remove pet hair. You can also use masking tape that has been looped around your hand with the sticky side facing out. This is, after all, virtually the same as a lint roller. Body oils from pets and people can make the hair stick like glue. It�s going to require more thorough cleaning. The best way to avoid this is to vacuum the furniture weekly to remove any hair and follow that up with the lint brush. This will prevent the hair and oil from having enough time to become engrained in the microfiber.
If there is a spill, use a highly absorbent cloth of white terry. Blot, don�t wipe. Continue to blot until the area is as dry as possible. If there is a stain, use mild detergent. Use as little water as possible. Blot it dry and follow up with a hair dryer to completely dry any liquid that remains. Don�t use a hot heat setting. A cool setting will do just fine. The goal is to evaporate the water, not make the stain permanent. Cushions of microfiber furniture should be flipped from time to time. This will reduce the wear spots that develop as people sit in the same place on cushions. If possible you want to keep the furniture out of direct sunlight so it doesn�t fade. Another good way to avoid fading in sunnier climes is to rearrange your furniture occasionally so different parts are in the sun. One of the great things about microfiber furniture is that it�s highly resistant to soiling and stains. But that doesn�t mean that it doesn�t need to be cleaned, however. Pollution, cooking vapors and grease will coat the fabric. To clean it you want to do a deep cleaning that uses low moisture levels. Don�t use a carpet cleaner � it will cause wrinkles and the microfiber may even shrink. Also, never use acetone or any product that contains bleach or even a bleach substitute. Some chemicals can even dissolve the microfiber so don�t be tempted to improvise.
Start your annual cleaning by reading the manufacturer�s recommendations. Follow them closely. Vacuum the entire surface with a high powered vacuum at least once a month. If you�re not sure how to clean microfiber furniture you may want to call in professionals, a company that is used to cleaning this type of furniture.
While it may sound like a good idea to save a couple of bucks and clean it yourself, you could end up making a very costly mistake. If you don�t know what you�re doing, you can quickly reduce microfiber furniture from one of your most cherished possessions to a candidate for the dumpster. Microfiber furniture, any furniture really, is a big investment and you want to make sure you protect that investment by giving it the care and attention it deserves. Occasionally, that requires the pros.
About The Author: Jesse Akre is a successful business owner of numerous furniture websites that offer decor advice and style suggestions. His websites offer product information about patio furniture, outdoor living styles and decor for your home and garden. http://www.GourmetDecorStore.com
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