How To Clean Couch Covers

Couch covers are a great way to protect your furniture from dirt, spills, and other wear and tear. They can also be a great way to update the look of your couch without having to buy a new one. However, couch covers can also get dirty and need to be cleaned from time to time.

The best way to clean a couch cover will depend on the material it is made from. Some couch covers can be machine-washed, while others need to be hand-washed or dry-cleaned. Always check the care label on the couch cover before cleaning it to make sure you don't damage it.

Here are some general tips for cleaning couch covers:

Vacuum the couch cover to remove any loose dirt or dust.

Spot clean any spills or stains as soon as they happen. Blot the spill with a clean cloth or sponge and then apply a stain remover. Rinse the area with water and blot dry.

Machine-wash the couch cover if it is machine-washable. Use a gentle cycle and cold water. Add a mild detergent and fabric softener.

Hand-wash the couch cover if it is not machine-washable. Fill a bathtub or sink with cold water and add a mild detergent. Submerge the couch cover and gently agitate it. Rinse the couch cover thoroughly with cold water.

Dry-clean the couch cover if it is made from a delicate fabric. Take the couch cover to a professional dry cleaner and ask them to clean it according to the care label.

Once the couch cover is clean, allow it to air dry completely before putting it back on the couch.

Here are some additional tips for cleaning specific types of couch covers:

Canvas couch covers can be machine-washed or hand-washed. Use a gentle cycle and cold water. Add a mild detergent and fabric softener. Air dry the couch cover completely.

Cotton couch covers can be machine-washed or hand-washed. Use a gentle cycle and cold water. Add a mild detergent and fabric softener. Tumble dry the couch cover on low heat or air dry it completely.

Linen couch covers should be hand-washed or dry-cleaned. Submerge the couch cover in a bathtub or sink with cold water and add a mild detergent. Gently agitate the couch cover and then rinse it thoroughly with cold water. Roll up the couch cover in a towel to remove excess water and then lay it flat to air dry.

Microfiber couch covers can be machine-washed or hand-washed. Use a gentle cycle and cold water. Add a mild detergent and fabric softener. Tumble dry the couch cover on low heat or air dry it completely.

Polyester couch covers can be machine-washed or hand-washed. Use a gentle cycle and cold water. Add a mild detergent and fabric softener. Tumble dry the couch cover on low heat or air dry it completely.

Velvet couch covers should be dry-cleaned. Take the couch cover to a professional dry cleaner and ask them to clean it according to the care label.