Matting is a popular fabric that furniture companies actively use for upholstery production. It is distinguished by a characteristic double or triple checkerboard weave, which determines the high strength and decorative characteristics of the material. Matting should not be confused with matting material, the latter is a coarse household fabric that received its name from the cattail plant, from the fibers of which it was originally produced.
Matting is unpretentious in care, but organic and inorganic stains, as well as grease, can appear on it. Therefore, today we will tell you how to clean a matting sofa using high-quality and safe products.
How to clean a matting sofa
Our ancestors used matting to make rugs and sew clothes, but these days this type of material is mainly used as upholstery and, of course, many are interested in how to clean a matting sofa at home.
Let’s say right away that it’s the easiest to care for – matting fabric is something every housewife knows how to clean. For example, if you notice a stain on the surface of a fabric, then in most cases it is enough to vacuum it - dry cleaning effectively copes with many types of dirt.
In addition, this type of material does not need to be ironed or even washed.
In that rare case when dry cleaning is powerless, a soft sponge dipped in a soapy solution will help: just wipe the stain with it to remove the stain. After treatment with soapy water, dry the area with a dry cloth.
A ten percent alcohol solution will help to cope with traces of lipstick and ballpoint pen: after treating the stains, you should rinse the affected areas of the material with warm water. But traces of grease and simply wet stains can be removed if a towel that absorbs well is tightly applied to them.
As you can see, how to clean a matting sofa depends on the type of stain.
If you decide to wash removable covers, then remember that they cannot be twisted, nor dried or wrung out in washing machines. For regular care, it is enough to systematically vacuum the soft surface of the furniture or wipe it with a sponge and soapy water.
Now you know how to clean a matting sofa at home and you can easily cope with the task.
Removing various types of contaminants
Even with daily vacuuming of your favorite sofa, it is impossible to avoid the appearance of serious stains on it. In this case, conventional cleaning methods will not be enough, and you will have to use stain removal tips. If the stain is old and difficult, it is better to use a specialized stain remover or use the services of a professional dry cleaner. And for fresh stains, traditional methods are often sufficient:
- Juice and fruit. In this case, it is recommended to prepare a solution based on ammonia, adding 10 ml per liter of water. Apply the product to the stain and wait until it disappears. After this, it is necessary to carefully remove the remaining product so that the upholstery does not change color.
- Tea, coffee, cola. It is recommended to use laundry soap to remove drinks. However, you should not apply soap directly to the stain. You should prepare a strong soap solution based on it, then apply it to the stain with a sponge and rub a little in a circular motion. Leave for 15 minutes, wipe with a damp cloth and dry with a paper towel.
- Wine. A fresh wine stain should be immediately sprinkled with fine salt and then washed away.
- Blood. Blood stains are the most difficult to remove. To avoid leaving a mark, it is recommended to blot the fresh stain with a cotton pad soaked in hydrogen peroxide. At the same time, it is necessary to constantly change them so as not to smear blood on the upholstery. If the stain is old, first moisten it with water, then apply aspirin dissolved in water to the surface.
- Pens, felt-tip pens, markers. The easiest way to remove such stains is with an alcohol solution or acetone. After removal, the stain should be thoroughly rinsed with water and dried.
- Fat. Fresh greasy stains should be covered with a large layer of baking soda and salt. After half an hour, shake off the grains, and then wash the stain with dishwashing detergent.
It is better to remove any stains while they are fresh. If a complex old stain has formed on the sofa, it is better to refuse to remove it yourself and turn to professionals. This will not only remove the stain, but also prevent the matting from deteriorating.
Matting: where to buy
We looked at how to clean a sofa at home and found out what this amazing material is used for. And now it’s time to find out how much a matting costs and where to buy this miracle.
You can purchase fabric with a weave that resembles burlap in both regular and online furniture fabric stores. At the same time, as a rule, the price in the virtual world is lower with the same quality of goods.
So, on our website we invite you to buy a new product at a price that is practically no different from the manufacturer’s cost, or save as much as possible by ordering fabric at a sale price.
The use of matting in furniture upholstery
The main area of application for matting is furniture upholstery. The material is characterized by a rich range of colors, so furniture upholstered in matting fits perfectly into almost any interior. You can also use this fabric to sew curtains, blankets and other home textiles, which will be made in the same style and create a complete image of your home.
The material is produced on special machines using natural and polymer fibers. The matting threads are intertwined in pairs, forming a three-dimensional structure. There are double and triple weaves. Often, to increase the wear resistance of the material, manufacturers combine natural and synthetic components.
Simple rules
Despite the simplicity of the recipes, home cleaning has its own subtleties. Rules to help avoid unpleasant surprises:
- Before dealing with stains on your sofa, vacuum the upholstery.
- It is better to cover the fittings with film.
- The floor near the sofa is covered with oilcloth or an old sheet.
- You can avoid streaks by applying the composition to the entire surface.
- Detergents containing chlorine are prohibited.
- Light upholstery should only be cleaned with a white cloth.
To remove cleaning compounds, use thoroughly wrung out rags and sponges and slightly damp brushes. If the sofa gets very wet, there is a high risk of mold forming in the filling.
Special household chemicals for stains on fabric
You can remove stains from sofa upholstery using household chemicals. In stores you can find special foams and sprays for cleaning upholstered furniture:
- Tuba;
- Nordland;
- Vanish.
Nordland
Foam for cleaning upholstered furniture made of natural and synthetic upholstery. The product is sprayed onto the sofa in a thin layer from a distance of 25 cm. Then brushed over the surface. The foam is left until completely dry, after which the sofa is vacuumed.
Advantages:
- ease of use;
- removes fresh stains well;
- removes unpleasant odors.
Flaws:
- old stains may not be dealt with the first time;
- if applied excessively, streaks will form;
- takes a long time to dry.
Price: 360 rubles.
Tuba
Apply the composition using a sponge to the entire surface of the sofa, rub in, and leave for two hours. After which the sofa is vacuumed.
Advantages:
- removes fresh stains;
- removes unpleasant odors.
Flaws:
- Several applications are required to remove heavy stains;
- may lie unevenly on the upholstery;
- divorces remain.
Price: 240 rubles.
Vanish
Spray for cleaning carpets and upholstery is sprayed onto contaminated areas. Then it is gently rubbed with a soft cloth. Leave until completely dry. After which the sofa is vacuumed.
Advantages:
- removes stains;
- has no unpleasant odor;
- ease of use.
Flaws:
- divorces remain;
- Doesn't remove old stains the first time.
Price: 380 rubles. Step-by-step instructions on how to clean the Vanish sofa without damaging the upholstery are presented in this article.
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The effectiveness of dry cleaning furniture made from matting
The result of dry cleaning matting is largely determined by the nature of the fibers used in its production.
Synthetic matting made from Pes polyester or PAN acrylic has the best cleanability. Various types of contaminants are perfectly removed from such material: street dirt, construction dust, paints, paraffins, felt-tip pens, markers, traces of sweat, organic matter, as well as artificial dyes.
Old blood stains and natural dyes are difficult to remove. It is difficult to eliminate defects caused by the migration of dyes from low-quality clothing and bed linen.
Experts from our Factory estimate the cleanability of synthetic matting at 80-100%, depending on the time of exposure to pollutants.
Matting, which contains not only polymer, but also fibers of cellulose origin, is susceptible to the formation of tannin stains due to the influence of aggressive environments. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to completely remove artificial and natural dyes, as well as grease and grease stains from such drapery.
The degree of cleanability of combined matting ranges from 70% to 100% depending on the percentage of natural and artificial fibers.
The effectiveness of dry cleaning all-natural matting, which includes linen, wool, cotton, etc., depends on the degree of fiber processing and the quality of the yarn used. It is impossible to completely remove traces of pens and felt-tip pens, grease stains, blood, natural and artificial dyes from such a matting. The cleanability of such upholstery varies from 50% to 70%.
In case of prolonged exposure of natural or combined matting to household chemicals, urine, vomit and other aggressive media, burns may occur that even our company’s specialists cannot eliminate.
Dry Cleaning Factory No. 1 gives a 100% guarantee for the removal of unpleasant odors of urine, vomit, tobacco smoke, burning, soot, medications and insecticides. You can view the hatchability table for your material in the Guarantees section. The exact cost of dry cleaning of sofas, armchairs, chairs and matting poufs can be calculated in the Prices section or by calling the Factory’s single number.
Recommendations for caring for matting
Specialists at Dry Cleaning Factory No. 1 recommend adhering to the following recommendations:
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periodically carry out dry vacuum cleaning with a vacuum cleaner; - ✓
do not allow heated household appliances to come into contact with the material; - ✓
protect furniture made from matting from interaction with clothing and bedding that are prone to shedding; - ✓
avoid contact of the product with the aquatic environment; - ✓
If minor stains occur, remove them with a slightly damp sponge or cloth, avoiding excessive wetting of the product; - ✓
After removing light dirt, dry the wet area of the upholstery with a hairdryer with cold air; - ✓
do not use aggressive detergents, bleaches and stain removers; - ✓
If severe contamination appears, for example, stains of urine, organic matter, fats, natural and artificial dyes, immediately contact the help of specialists from our Factory.
Features of the use of furniture made of matting
Matting has a number of advantages
, which distinguish it from other upholstery materials. Wear resistance, strength, good cleanability and ease of maintenance are the main advantages of such drapery. There is a wide range of fabric colors available on the modern market, so you can easily choose furniture upholstery that suits your interior.
Cotton and linen fabrics do not accumulate static electricity and are more resistant to heat and light. In addition, flax-based matting has antibacterial properties. Fabrics of polymeric origin, such as polyester and acrylic, are practical and can be dry cleaned quite well.
The main disadvantage of matting
- this is a high probability of the formation of puffs and snags from the claws of pets. Therefore, it is not recommended to use this material if you have cats or dogs. The matting is rough to the touch. If the fiber of cellulose origin (cotton or viscose) was not sufficiently etched with special preparations, then if moisture gets in, there is a risk of tannin stains. It is also important to note that cotton and linen-based materials are prone to shrinkage.
A significant disadvantage of furniture made from matting is the formation of streaks, halos and streaks as a result of self-cleaning with household detergents. For high-quality dry cleaning of matting, you only need special reagents and professional equipment.
How to clean a sofa with a commercial cleaner
There are different products for different types of fabric, so check the label before purchasing.
What do you need
- A special cleaner for furniture and carpets (for example, “Shtihonit”, Unicum, “Big Wash”, “5+”) or a cleaner for car interiors (the Profoam cleaner is especially praised on the forums);
- water for rinsing - optional;
- brush, sponge or cloth.
How to do
Each product may have different uses, so follow the instructions on the package. Most often, the cleaner is applied directly in the form of foam or diluted in water to form a foam.
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Then it is usually spread over the sofa, left for a while and cleaned off with a dry or wet cloth.
Things to consider
- Before cleaning, remove dust from the sofa. To do this, go over the furniture with a vacuum cleaner with an open pipe or a special attachment. There is another option: wet a sheet, lay it on the sofa and beat it out with a carpet beater. The particles will settle on the sheet.
- If this does not help, proceed to the methods described below: they will help deal with the stains. It is better to first test any product on an inconspicuous area of furniture. This way you will make sure that everything will be in order with the upholstery.
- Hard fabrics can be rubbed with a brush, and for soft fabrics, leather and leatherette, use a sponge or clean cloth.
- After cleaning the furniture with your chosen product, allow the fabric to dry completely. Then it is advisable to vacuum the sofa again to remove any remaining particles of product, dust or dirt from the surface.
- If you do not trust cleaning yourself or the contamination is too strong, contact a specialist. They will choose the appropriate method themselves.
