We live in an era where a lot of people aren't aware that professional couch cleaning is even a service — or what it can do. Too many couches are going to the tip that, if maintained, could have seen many more years of life.
You'd be surprised by the results we get with a professional couch clean — lounges that looked done come back looking close to new.
So what are the key benefits?
Regular cleaning prevents permanent stains
Many stains are only permanent because they've been left for two years or more. That's why regular cleaning — every one to two years — lets you remove marks before they set in.
Regular cleaning removes bacteria, mould and dust mites
As the centrepiece of the home, the family couch is often covered in bacteria, mould spores or dust mites. A regular clean does wonders for everyone in the house, especially anyone with allergies.
Your couch lasts longer
Keeping a couch clean can get you twice as long out of it — a well-maintained couch can last up to 15 years. Most people don't clean their couch until it's five or six years old, then start looking for a new one.
Best practices
- A Bissell-style spot cleaner is a handy tool for household marks and small spills between professional cleans.
- A professional couch clean delivers a thorough, streak-free result that lifts accumulated dirt, body oils and mild staining across the whole piece.
- Stain treatment should match the stain — an acidic solution for tannin stains like coffee, a solvent for oil-based marks. Using the wrong one can set the stain.
What does couch cleaning cost?
In Australia you can expect to pay anywhere from $45–$60 per seat, with an extra cost for heavy soiling or stains that need specific treatment. Compared with a new lounge, it's a small price to add years of life.
Written by Jordan Levi, Owner Operator — A1 Carpet Cleaning.
By Jordan Levi, Owner Operator — A1 Carpet Cleaning