The steam cleaners are useful
for many reasons, such as for cleaning the delicate materials. The upholstery
in your home is a type of upholstery that needs a good cleaning.
The steam
cleaners will enable you to clean the tough stains, grease, and dirt. It also
helps to disinfect allergens and Bacteria that are harmful. Here are some of
the ways you can use steam cleaners to clean upholstery.
Process of pre-cleaning
● Vacuuming the upholstery
The first step you need to take
to clean the upholstery is to clean the dirt and allergens in it. This can be
done through the process of vacuuming. If the furniture has any pillows, you
have to remove it and then deep clean.
● Treat the stains before itself
If there are any stains
noticeable in the upholstery, then spray it with a spot cleaner. You have to
let the cleaner set well so it can break the stain. Leave it for three to five
minutes.
● Preconditioning the fabric
You have to take off all the
dirt, dust, and grit from the fabric. These types of products are called as the
soil emulsifiers, which will aid in losing the elements. You have to spray this
ingredient on the upholstery. You can then spray shampoo also.
● Pick the right cleaner
There are many types of steam
cleaners in the market. The best ones for it are upholstery steam cleaners, handheld steam cleaners, and
fabric steam cleaners. Pick which of it will be suitable for the surface you
have in your home.
● Prepare the steam machine
The first step to use the
machine is to add water and cleaner. This process may differ in many models, so
read the manual before doing it. Choosing the correct attachment for the
upholstery is necessary. Avoid pouring too much soap is for proper cleaning of
the upholstery.
● Cleaning with cushions
Plug the machine and turn it on.
Start the steaming process by spraying the steam on cushions. When the fabric
is steamed, it will be wet. Now, damp the place with the machine as it will
suck the excess water and moisture from the upholstery. Repeat this process on
all the pillows. Go on with one by one pillow; otherwise, water will be
absorbed in the pillow for a long time that makes the cleaning process
difficult.
● Steam clean the remaining places
The next step is to clean the
upholstery in the remaining furniture. Steam a small portion of the furniture
at a time and immediately suck the excess water in that area with the machine.
Avoid adding steam to a large area. This will absorb more water in that area
and it will become hard to eliminate the excess water. Now repeat the streaming
process in every part of the furniture. If the stain is not removed, then try
repeating the steaming process.
● Let it dry
Once all the furniture is
steamed, it takes time to dry it. You can speed up the drying by turning on a
fan or by using a blow dryer.
Follow the above instructions to
clean upholstery with a steam cleaner effectively.
