Sofas and chairs in a home often see a lot of love and use, and thus show soil and dirt quickly. Even if you are not concerned about stains on your upholstery, what about the dirt you can’t see? Although not often visible to the naked eye, upholstery collects contaminants such as dead skin cells, oils and dust that can only be removed through a thorough professional cleaning. ServiceMaster Clean® professionals are experts at selecting the correct cleaning system for various fabric types and soil conditions using specially designed products, equipment and methods to achieve the best results.

Professional upholstery cleaning by ServiceMaster Clean:

· Is safe for all kinds of upholstery and fabrics

· Is non-toxic to family and pets

· Removes stains and spots already present

· Reduces the effects of wear on furniture

· Helps extend the life of upholstery

· Helps eliminate persistent odors

Upholstered items come in a variety of fabrics, textures and blends as well as using a variety of materials for the frame and cushion stuffing. It can be difficult for the homeowner to know the right cleaning method for their specific furniture. Cleaning upholstery incorrectly can cause shrinkage, color bleeding or discoloration. Our upholstery experts eliminate the guesswork and help homeowners avoid damaging upholstery. We select the best cleaning method for each piece of your upholstery based on its condition and utilize specialized equipment created to remove the most soil possible. Furniture is an investment that can last for years or even decades if properly cared for, so protect it by calling ServiceMaster Clean.

ServiceMaster Clean has been providing an unparalleled level of clean for more than 60 years. See our cleaning services page to learn more about other cleaning services offered by ServiceMaster of Gwinnett and ServiceMaster 5 Points. Our research and development team works to ensure that we are using state-of-the-art products and processes to improve the appearance of your upholstery. We guarantee the job is done right.

To prepare for your upholstered furniture cleaning, please pick up items on top of all upholstery to be cleaned such as toys, reading material, blankets, etc.

During the ServiceMaster upholstered furniture cleaning, the following steps are performed. A technician will conduct a preliminary inspection of your upholstery to determine the best cleaning method. The furniture is vacuumed to remove dry loose soil from the upholstery. We pre-treat spots and stains using our proprietary cleaning products to accelerate soil release. The upholstery is rinse-extracted using high performance truck mounted equipment or portable extractors. This rinse-extraction process uses a specially formulated pH-balancing fiber rinse that helps to remove the cleaning solution residue. If the pre-treatment doesn’t remove all spots, we use various techniques in an attempt to remove them. In cases where odor control is an issue, deodorizing agent is applied at this point of the cleaning. Just like with carpet cleaning, fabric protector will help protect your furniture from stains from spills and dirt, dust and oils shed on it during regular use. It does this by keeping spots and spills on the surface to give you a chance to clean them. This can stop a spot or spill from becoming a permanent stain. If using fabric protector, it is applied at this point in the upholstery cleaning process.

After the technician completes the upholstery cleaning, we recommend you allow drying time of at least one to six hours depending on the cleaning method used before you use the furniture, allow pets or kids to get on the furniture or store any items on the furniture.

There are steps that can be taken to maintain your newly cleaned furniture. The key to keeping them beautiful is to protect the fabric. A few other tips for maintaining your upholstered furniture between cleanings include:

· Avoid direct sunlight. Modern furniture fabrics are usually very resilient to sunlight. However, under extreme exposure, even these fabrics show signs of fading. Use curtains or window treatments if needed to block the sun when shining directly on your furniture if it needs to remain in that spot.

· Plump up cushions often. Filling loses its ability to bounce back if not plumped up regularly. Plumping cushions will help them last longer. Plumping should be done every time you rotate cushions, and at least once in between rotations. Plump your cushions more often if needed.

· Rotate cushions often. Cushions that are not rotated may experience premature and unnecessary wear.

· Vacuum. Upholstered furniture should be vacuumed on a regular basis to remove dust and loose dirt. Weekly vacuuming of the surface area and monthly vacuuming under the cushions in the framing will keep your furniture protected from buildup of dust, dirt and that collection of items that got lost in the cushions.

· Clean spots and spills quickly, as fresh stains are easier to remove.

· To remove a spill, blot liquids with a dry, white absorbent cloth or plain white paper towels. Do not use prints or colored towels to avoid having them bleed color onto your upholstery.

· Start at the outside of the spot and continue toward the center to prevent the stain from spreading. Continue blotting until the area is barely damp. Semisolids, like food spills, may need to be scooped up with a spoon. Solid, dried bits can be vacuumed up. Warning: do not scrub or use a brush. Scrubbing and brushes can damage the upholstery as wells as spreading the stain to a larger area.

· Pretest your chosen cleaner on a hidden area of your upholstery. Since manufacturers change their formula periodically, this should be performed each time you buy a new bottle of your preferred cleaner.

· Follow the product’s directions carefully. Apply a small amount of the cleaner or white vinegar to a white cloth and work in gently, from the edges to the center. Blot; don’t scrub. Never use a brush. You may need to do this several times to remove the spot.

To keep your upholstery in good condition, we recommend they be cleaned every 12 months.

If your upholstered furniture needs to be cleaned, call ServiceMaster Clean and one of our trained professionals will come to your home to evaluate your furniture. He will recommend the best way to clean your upholstery. We offer an intensive cleaning process that doesn’t damage the fabric while extending the life of your furniture, and this process is a fraction of the price compared to replacing your upholstered furniture.

Having upholstered furniture professionally cleaned eliminates odors, removes spots, and helps extend the life of your furniture. ServiceMaster is the Service Master of cleaning upholstery, making us the best choice for protecting your furniture.