Category: Decorating
Cleaning Ink Stains from Microfiber Couches
We have already discussed the fact that there are four cleaning codes for microfiber couches. The method listed below for cleaning ink stains from microfiber couches works on those with the codes of S, W and S/W. If you have a microfiber couch coded X, speak to a professional before trying this method. The manager [...]
Cleaning An S/W Rated Micro Fiber Couch
Cleaning a micro fiber upholstered couch is bit different than cleaning a couch with the older, standard type, upholstery fabrics. Not to reinvent the wheel here, but microfiber comes in various codes. If your couch has a S/W code, that means you can use water based cleaners and solvent based cleaners to remove stains and [...]
Cleaning Microfiber Sofa Code X
If you purchased a microfiber couch with a tag that says it’s a code “X,” more than likely you don’t have children or the sofa does not get heavy usage. A couch with a code X tag means no liquid cleaners; the couch can be dry cleaned only. For those of you who are determined [...]
Cleaning Micro Fiber Couches Code W
All microfiber couches need cleaning, but depending on the code they must be cleaned differently. Microfiber couches with a code designation of W must be cleaned with water based solutions or water and a mild detergent. Solvents (which are used on S coded couches) should not be used to clean microfiber couches with a W [...]
Cleaning Micro Fiber Couches: Code S
Microfiber products are specially designed to last longer. The fine threads used in the manufacturing of microfiber cushions are 200 times finer and thinner than human hair. Due to the extreme art involved in microfiber products, they last much longer than ordinary fiber products. Microfiber products are dyed in solutions and are resistant to fading. [...]
Tips on Purchasing and Cleaning Microfiber Couches
The furniture industry has been revolutionized with the use of microfiber material. Microfiber is a man-made material made up of tiny synthetic fibers. The mix and match of the fibers (the microfiber material could contain polyester, silk, nylon and more) will result in different texture in microfiber furniture. Ultimately, the furniture is durable, comfortable and [...]
Add New Life to Old Metal Bar Stools
One way to give your kitchen a new look on a tight budget is to get some cheap metal bar stools from a thrift store or yard sale. Or you could check out your local Freecycle network and you may be lucky enough to find someone giving away some old stools for free. The only [...]
What to Look for in Carpet Padding
When deciding on the color and type of carpet to put in the family room, people seem to overlook a very important component . . .the padding. How often do you discuss carpet padding when decorating a room? Not very often. The padding, however, is a vital part of your carpet installation and long term [...]
