How To Clean Suede Couch Cushions
If the tag says x you should only use your vacuum.
How to clean suede couch cushions. Allow it to soak in for 15 minutes or so. Dampen a soft cloth in your solution and wipe the cushions clean. Vacuum the top and bottom of the cushions. Then dip a terry cloth in white vinegar and rub it in a x shaped motion since circular motions can darken the suede. Avoid using any harsh cleaners including bleach and ammonia based cleaners.
Mix a little white vinegar with a squirt or two of dish soap. If the cushion seats are removable take them off the sofa and set them aside. Find a clean spray bottle to store your solution and make application a cinch. Once the stain is gone allow the suede to air dry. Immerse the cushions one at a time in a solution consisting of cold water and detergent for 5 10 minutes and let them dry in the open air.
If that doesn t work try a cleaner designed for suede shoes. If you re working with a w labeled sofa create a water based mixture of warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap. Blot the spot with the vinegar and soap solution using a soft white cloth. Start off by scrubbing the stain with a suede brush like you would for a scrape. Use a cleaner with a vacuum upholstery attachment to clean the backrest backside and armrests of the couch.
If the oil or grease stain is fresh you can apply cornstarch to the stain and let sit overnight. If it says s you should only use solvents like rubbing alcohol for cleaning while s w means you can use either solvents or water. You should also brush the couch with the suede brush to remove any dust and debris left by the vacuum. But as already mentioned it is also possible to clean the suede couch cushions with a steam cleaner and therefore without using water. The next day using the brush remove the starch and then mist the stain with an iron.
Then use a nail brush and warm water to clean the stubborn stains. Before you clean suede couch cushions check the care tag. If the label says w it s safe to use water to clean the cushions. Apply the cleaner only after blotting up as much urine moisture as possible using a lint free white cloth. Clean pee off water washable sofa cushions while the urine spot is still fresh for the best results.