How do I spot clean a velvet couch? I've tried just water and a soft cloth and it has completely matted down the fabric. I tried to lift the dry fabric with a toothbrush, but to no avail. Any ideas?
Try this... Get a large stiff brush or a regular bristle (not metal) hair brush then lightly spray with clean water. Then brush the nap one way then back the other until it looks right. If all else fails, & your couch is super dirty, you can try one of those "foam-on" cleaners made for carpets & upholstery. You basically foam it on to a new sponge, then wipe it back & forth, them let it dry, then vacuum.
---> My daughter STILL has the Herculean velveteen couch I bought back in the mid 80's & if it weren't for her cat's, it would STILL look like new. It's dark emerald green & hasn't faded one bit through the years. We've taken the cushion covers off many times & washed them in the machine in cold water then hung them dry. (*use a plastic garbage bag over the cushion to help the cover slip back on) Also, my son (he's now 21) when he was 2 years old used to go along the back of the couch & wipe his runny nose on the soft velvet (we STILL tease him about it!)... I'd just clean it up with a little dish soap & water... or a bit of shaving cream & water... Good as new!
* But, I really can't help you until I find out the fiber content of your velvet... Is it synthetic, cotton, a blend, or what? ... & is it REALLY "Velvet", or do you actually mean "Velveteen"? Also, what kind of dirt is on your couch? Is it just matted down, or is it actually dirty? Post me a note on ThriftyFun. I know quite a bit about the care of fabrics, as I've sewn & bought many different fabrics for 40 years.
Login using the form on the top of the page to post feedback (if you are a registered user). If you have not yet registered, click here to do so. It's FREE!.
