People who live on the North Shore get sandy toes, surprise visits from friends, and coffee spills on their favorite chair every now and then. You’re not the only one; it’s a big mess. Experts in Carpet Cleaners North Shore give some advice to families that don’t want to sit on memories that are dirty.

Picture this: a toddler lets go of a sandwich with vegemite on it. The dog jumps up with dirty paws. Everything that happens adds to the story on your armchair. The first tip is to blot, not rub. Take a clean cloth and lightly press it down. Rubbing just pushes the stain further into the fibers. Who would have guessed?

Every few weeks, get your vacuum out. Use that brush tool that you don’t use very often to get to work on every crease and cushion. Dust, crumbs, and old cracker bits all like to hide where you never look. Keep going, and you’ll feel like it’s spring all year.

Most stains on fabric furniture can be cleaned up with a small bit of mild soap and water. But always test a tiny area first, either below or behind. Upholstery can be hard to predict, like that one family member who never answers but always shows up.

Leather looks nice, but it needs a lot of work. Every now and then, use a damp cloth and an excellent conditioner. If you put strong chemicals on your leather, it will fracture more than old paint.

You can do more with furniture than just put your backpack on it. It’s the memory center. If you know how to make kids laugh and use a few tricks, those couches can survive through every birthday, tantrum, and lazy Sunday slumber. And isn’t that what it means to live on the North Shore?

Carpet Cleaners North Shore
119 Fiddens Wharf Rd, Killara NSW 2071
(02) 8310 7640