How to safely clean microfiber furniture

How to Clean Microfiber Furniture

Step 1Vacuum the furniture thoroughly to remove any dust, debris or sharp items that might tear or damage the furniture.

Step 2Dampen a white cloth with a small amount of dish soap and gently swirl it over any marks, stains or food spots. Take a clean, dry white cloth and briskly rub the newly cleaned area, circling widely into the already dry areas to blend the two together. Repeat occasionally until the furniture is completely dry.

Step 3Remove food that is stuck to the fabric by gently rubbing until the food dissolves. Do not try to pry or pick it off as this will tear the fabric, causing permanent damage to the furniture.

Step 4Use a baby wipe to remove ink, crayons, marker and other tough stains. Baby wipes will also clean away water rings left by washing with straight water or an incorrect detergent.

Step 5Wet a magic eraser and ring out excess moisture to remove sticky substances like gum and candy.

Step 6Keep your microfiber furniture clean with occasional cleansing with the fabric attachment for your steam cleaner. If you don't have a steam cleaner, you can rent one.

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How to Clean Microfiber Furniture

Before You Begin
ALWAYS look at the tag! If your furniture came with a care manual, READ IT! The tag and the manual will generally tell you what cleaning techniques you should or shouldn’t use. Sometimes, the tag is clearly marked with a “W” which usually means it is okay to use water. Otherwise, using water to clean the fabric may cause a problem with water marks.
When in doubt, call a professional! Contact either the furniture retailer from which you purchased your furniture to find out the best way to clean it, or contact a company specialized in cleaning microfiber fabric.
ALWAYS test a small, inconspicuous area of the furniture with the proposed cleaning method FIRST.
NEVER saturate the fabric with whatever cleaning solution you are using—always use it as sparingly as possible.
How to Wash Water Safe Microfiber


What you will need:
Vacuum with soft-brush attachment
Gentle soap, such as liquid DOVE or Woolite
Clean terry cloth towel or natural sponge (avoid colored cloths/sponges as dye may run into fabric)
Cold Water
Hair Dryer
Soft-bristle nailbrush
Cleaning Process:
Vacuum with the soft brush attachment to remove dust and loose debris.
Mix a few drops of soap with the cold water.
Dampen sponge or terrycloth towel and wring it out thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
Working one section at a time, gently wash the surface with the dampened sponge or towel (making sure each time that the sponge or towel is not saturated—only slightly damp).
Immediately upon finishing a section, dry with hair dryer on lowest (coolest) setting.
When the area is dry, brush lightly with the nail brush to restore texture.
How to Wash Non-Water Safe Microfiber
What you will need:
Gentle, dry detergent (i.e. Ivory Snow or Dreft)
Soft-bristle brush
Vacuum Cleaner with soft brush attachment
Dry Cleaning solution (optional)
Cleaning Process:
Vacuum with soft brush attachment to remove dust and loose debris.
Working one section at a time, sprinkle a small amount of dry detergent on the area to be cleaned
Using soft-bristle brush, gently brush dry detergent into the fabric
Vacuum the area completely before moving on to the next section
If this technique does not yield satisfactory results, use a dry cleaning product. Follow the manufacturer’s Instructions for use.
When in doubt, do not hesitate to contact a cleaning professional.
Microfiber Stain Removal
There are several techniques that may be used to remove stains of all types on microfiber furniture. Feel free to try one or more of these techniques, but ALWAYS test a small, inconspicuous area first before using any stain removal technique to make certain the fabric will not be damaged.

Using an aerosol can of original Lysol, lightly spray the stain, blot with a clean cloth.
Make a thick paste of baking soda and water, and apply to the stain. Wait a few minutes, then wipe clean.
Using a baby wipe, gently blot the area of the stain, being careful not to rub the stain into the fabric.
Using a small amount of rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl alcohol) on a soft, white terrycloth towel, gently blot the stain.
Using a small amount of clear alcohol, such as vodka, dampen a soft cloth, and gently blot the stain.
Clean grease stains with Dawn dish soap, Totally Awesome (available at dollar stores), or WD-40. Rinse well after stain is removed.
For stubborn stains, or if your fabric does not appear to tolerate any of the stain removal techniques, your furniture retailer or manufacturer may have a cleaning solution suitable for your particular furniture, so be sure to check with them. Otherwise, you should contact a cleaning service specializing in microfiber furniture.