Fabric Upholstery Cleaning: DIY or Professional? 

After years of regular use, upholstery can get seriously dirty. Whether it be from dirt, food stains or just general stains, eventually all upholstery needs a clean. But what is the best way to proceed? Is DIY just as good than getting a professional upholstery cleaning service? Or should you leave it to the professionals?

There is an abundance of online DIY suggestions claiming to be effective at cleaning upholstery. But are they comparable to professional solutions? Will they restore your upholstery to their pristine condition when new? Will they do a comprehensive job?

Ultimately, the answer is no. But read on to find out why. 

DIY Cleaning Issues 

Many issues arise from the DIY cleaning of upholstery that can be seriously damaging for your furniture and home, ultimately costing you money.

Using Water

Although water may seem to be the logical first step for cleaning your upholstery, it can cause several issues. Indeed, the excessive application of water can cause the colour of your upholstery to bleed. Secondly, mould can grow on your upholstery in the time it takes to dry, potentially causing a whole range of issues that would need professional treatment.

Incorrect Cleaning Products

Some of the most popular DIY cleaning products are bi-carbonate soda, bleach, off-the-shelf solutions and vinegar. Unfortunately, many of these products can damage the fabric of your upholstery.
 

Incorrect Cleaning Equipment

Using incorrect cleaning equipment can also cause damage to your upholstery. For example, the hard bristles of brush vacuuming can ruin the feel of your upholstery.

 
Benefits Of Professional Upholstery Cleaning

Deep Clean

Dirt, allergens and bacteria can get caught deep in the fibres of your upholstery. Unfortunately, DIY cleaning just will not cut it when it comes to these deeply embedded fibres. Luckily for you, professional upholstery cleaners remove all such germs, ensuring your upholstery is completely clean.

Protecting Your furniture

 
Using professional cleaners ensures that your upholstery does not get damaged in a rushed DIY clean. Thus, professional cleaners make it their responsibility to carefully treat your furniture to guarantee their long-lasting impact on your lives and even extending how long they last for.

Removing Odours

Odours are one of the toughest things to remove in a DIY clean. Professional cleaning services eradicate even the most embedded and foul odours from your upholstery to leave your furniture smelling amazing.

Proper Drying 

Professional services use the minimum amount of water and ensure your furniture dries quickly to prevent the growth of mould.

Contact Us Today

Regular professional upholstery cleaning is essential for clean, vibrant and stylish furniture. By employing trained experts, you can protect your furniture for years to come. Ideally, you should get your upholstery professionally cleaned twice a year by our team.

Do not let your upholstery deteriorate under the risks of DIY cleaning. Contact a professional today!

Here at Revive Cleaning & Restorations we can leave your upholstery and carpets clean plus fresh smelling.

Feel free to contact us to enquire about professional upholstery cleaning by calling us, or filling out the form on our contact us page and we will be in touch.