Of course, you need to regularly clean your couch cushion cover since a lot of things can happen. The spills and dirt are inevitable elements that will turn everything look so messed-up
Check out our quick tutorial on how to wash couch cushion cover below that you can follow easily.
How to Wash Couch Cushion Cover
Grab these supplies:
- Dishwashing liquid or other types of mild enzyme detergent
- A cup of lukewarm water
- Dry cloth
- Soft bristle brush or sponge
- Spray bottle
Follow the instructions below:
Prepare the cushion
Before you start, clean up the dust, dirt, and loose debris on your cushion. Check for the spills around and dab them with a dry cloth.
Wash the cushion cover
To wash your cushion cover, you can use your very own cleaning solution. The mixture is considered mild enough so it should be safe for most types of cushion covers.
Here’s what you can do:
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon of dishwashing liquid with a cup of lukewarm water in a spray bottle.
- Spray the cleaning solution into the stained areas of the cushion cover.
- Work the cleaning solution into the stained areas with a soft bristle brush or sponge, keep in mind not to scrub the surface.
- Blot the stains as much as you can and do not rub them since it will worsen the problems.
Rinse the residue
Rinse the residue of the cleaning mixture with a small amount of water and blot the moisture with a sponge or clean cloth. Leave the fabric to air dry completely before you sit back. You may need to repeat the steps if one round doesn’t really handle the problems.
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How to Wash Couch Cushion Cover with Bleach
If you are sure that the material of your cushion covers is safe for bleach (check the manufacturer’s label), you can proceed with deeper cleaning steps.
Grab these supplies:
- Mild soap
- Bleach
- Water
- Dry cloth
- Soft bristle brush or sponge
- Spray bottle
Follow the instructions below:
Prepare the cushion
Before you start, clean up the dust, dirt, and loose debris on your cushion. Check for the spills around and dab them with a dry cloth.
Clean the cushion
- Mix a gallon of water, a cup of bleach, and 1/4 cup of mild soap in a spray bottle.
- Spray a small amount of the cleaning mixture on the stained areas and leave it for around 15 minutes so it can work to break down the stains.
- Gently scrub the cleaned areas with a soft bristle brush or sponge.
- Always work your way from the outer part of the stains to the inward. It’s to avoid spreading the stains so you can rinse the residue easily.
Rinse the residue
Thoroughly rinse the residue of the bleach mixture with water and blot the moisture with a sponge or clean cloth until the stains are gone. Leave the fabric to air dry completely before you sit back.
