Plus, how to get a well-worn couch back to square one
Photo: Retailer Update: In the nearly two years since writer Lori Keong wrote about the best ways to protect her dream couch from dirt, stains, and city grime, a lot has changed in the world of fabric cleaning. So to keep up with the advancements, we spoke with even more experts to confirm our original advice and discover the best new methods they recommend.
Scotchgard Fabric and Upholstery Protector Scotchgard was the product mentioned most often, with 6 of the 15 total experts we consulted recommending it by name. Dean Davies, a professional upholstery and carpet-cleaning technician at U.K.-based Fantastic Services says, “Scotchgard provides reliable protection against spills and stains by not letting them settle on the surface of your furniture, and it’s totally safe to use on delicate fabrics such as silk and wool.
Evercare Pet Mega Cleaning Roller Because the buildup of dust and hair can also affect how grubby your couch looks, Davies, Larkin, and Harriet Jones, a cleaning and maintenance supervisor for Go Cleaners London, recommend using a lint roller for quick, superficial cleaning. Davies and Larkin both recommend this one from Evercare. “A lint roller is extremely handy when you have to remove pet hair from the couch.
J.R. Watkins Dish Soap Eight of our experts mentioned using a solution of dish soap diluted with distilled water for treating a wide variety of spills and stains. Larkin uses a cup of distilled water mixed with three to four drops of Trader Joe’s clear lavender-scented dish soap. She says it works well and leaves fabric smelling fresh. If you’re looking for something you can buy online, this lavender dish soap from J.R. Watkins is a worthy and less expensive dupe.
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