Upholstery

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*To clean commercial upholstery fabrics, obtain and follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturer or supplier. If those instructions aren't available, refer to the fabric's cleaning codes. Routine, day-to-day upholstery maintenance includes: Thorough vacuuming of upholstered furniture using the appropriate machine attachment to remove dust and lint. Turning and rotating movable cushions to help equalize soiling and wear. Paying extra attention to protective arm covers and headrests. These items get more wear and tear than other upholstered furniture parts. Always test-clean an inconspicuous area of fabric first. Once dried, carefully inspect the test spot for discoloration or other undesired changes in fabric appearance. If there is an adverse reaction, test-clean another inconspicuous area with a different cleaning agent or cleaning method. Removing Mildew in Fabrics Remove mildew spots as soon as you discover them. Do not give the mold growth a chance to weaken or rot the material. Brush off any surface growth outdoors to prevent scattering the mildew spores in the house. Sun and air fabrics thoroughly. If any mildew spots remain, treat washable articles as described below. Dry-clean non-washable articles. Wash mildew-stained articles at once with detergent and water. Rinse well and dry in the sun. If any stain remains, use lemon juice and salt or another bleach. If you use a bleach, be sure to first test colored fabrics for colorfastness. Lemon juice and salt Moisten stain with a mixture of lemon juice and salt. Spread in the sun to bleach. Rinse thoroughly. Peroxygen bleach Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons of sodium perborate or a powdered bleach containing sodium perborate or potassium monopersulfate with 1 pint of water. Use hot water if it is safe for the fabric; otherwise use lukewarm water. Sponge the stain or soak the stained area in the solution, or sprinkle the dry powder directly on the dampened stain. Let solution or powder remain on the stain 30 minutes or longer, then rinse thoroughly. If mildew stains have been on the fabric for some time, it may be necessary to soak the fabric in the bleach solution overnight. Applying sodium perborate solution at or near the boiling point may remove stubborn stains. First be sure this treatment is safe for the fabric. Chlorine bleach Mix 2 tablespoons of liquid chlorine bleach with 1 quart of warm water. Sponge the stain or soak the stained area in the solution from 5 to 15 minutes, then rinse. An additional soaking in weak vinegar (2 tablespoons to a cup of water) will stop further bleach action. Never use a chlorine bleach on silk, wool, or Spandex fabrics. Some fabrics with wash-and-wear or other special finishes may be damaged by chlorine bleaches. Articles with such finishes usually have a warning on the label attached to the garment when it is sold. Solution-Dyed Fabrics Solution-dyed fabrics can usually be cleaned with a water- or solvent-based cleaner. They may also be spot-cleaned with diluted bleach, unless otherwise specified. Clear Protective-Coated Fabrics Clear protective-coated fabrics are commonly used in healthcare and hospitality facilities, restaurants and other places requiring high-performance fabrics. Their face has a clear, protective coating which resists stains and soiling. Most of these fabrics can be cleaned with water-based methods. Regular Vinyl or Polyurethane Fabrics Regular vinyl or polyurethane fabrics are used in many commercial applications, can be cleaned using water-based methods. These fabrics should not be cleaned with solvents because solvents can damage the material. High-Performance Vinyl High-performance vinyl is more durable, stain-resistant, anti-microbial and bleach-cleanable than regular vinyl. Like regular vinyl, high-performance vinyl may be cleaned using water, but not solvents. Spills and Stains on Fabrics In case of a spill, promptly remove the staining matter from the fabric surface. Delays or faulty attempts at spot removal can result in permanent damage to the fabric. Solid or semi-solid spills from ice cream or candle wax should be scraped carefully or broken up with a spoon or spatula, then vacuumed. Coffee and other water-based stains can be removed using water-based cleaning agents -- try a solution of 1 teaspoon of a mild detergent in 1 cup of warm water. Odorless mineral spirits may remove oil-based stains such as grease. Always test stain-removal agents in an inconspicuous area of the fabric first. If the tests don't cause color run, shrinkage or other problems, apply a small amount of stain-removal agent on a damp towel and work it from the stain's outside edge to its center. Be careful -- too much stain-removal agent may cause overwetting or stain spread. Blot the stain-removal agent and the stain using a fresh towel, but don't rub; rubbing can smear the stain. Once the stain is removed, lift the residual cleaning agent from the fabric by blotting and rinsing, or drying for solvent-based cleaners.

Use the following products for Upholstery

Pre-Stain	2x1 gallon + 2 btls ($19.95)
Grease Lightning	2.5 gallons ($34.38)