• Rearrange the furniture occasionally and turn cushions regularly to ensure even wear.

• Vacuum upholstery, curtains and carpets frequently to remove dust and grit.
  NB any upholstery that is standing on a hard floor should be vacuumed more regularly.

• Take care when wearing clothing with a possible dye transfer problem such as jeans.  Dye transfer on upholstery can be impossible to remove.  Leather and chenille fabrics are most affected by this.

• Protect furnishings from the sun and strong natural light as this will cause fibre degeneration and colour fade.  Colour fade may also be caused by impurities in the atmosphere such as cigarette smoke and cooking fumes.

• Keep pets off the furniture.  Pet urine and body oil can weaken and sometimes destroy fibres.

• Leading retailers recommend that you have your upholstery and carpets professionally cleaned every 18 months.  This could double the life of your furnishings as well as keeping them looking at their best.

• Solid stains should be gently lifted from the surface without any rubbing.

• Liquid stains should be gently blotted with clean white absorbent material.
  
• Always work from the outside of the stain towards the middle to avoid spreading it.

• Do not rub or over agitate as this will force the stain deeper into the fibres and may actually damage them.

• Avoid using off-the shelf cleaners, some of them could set the stain so that it cannot be removed, and possibly damage the fibres.  A little water and patience will work wonders if the stain is treated quickly. 

If the above does not work or you are not sure what to do – call the professionals – call Safeclean Warrington.