Sunbrella upholstery is resistant to early cracking and fading from direct sunlight exposure, and is a perfect choice for a busy lifestyle. Due to its humidity resistance features, it is popular in Dubai. With all this, maintaining your Sunbrella upholstery is necessary because it keeps the color fresh and prevents texture damage.
We observed that stain accumulation slowly damages the protective fabric coating and weakens the fibers. Whether it’s your deck & patio, or indoor furniture items, go for regular cleaning. It will ensure elegance and promote a longer lifespan of your Sunbrella fabric upholstery. And yes, Yalla Upholstery is going to share a complete guide to help you with that.
Explore our guide below.
Sunbrella Upholstery Cleaning Guide in Dubai
Our guide involves different methods to clean your Sunbrella upholstery and enhance its appearance. We’ll be discussing regular cleaning methods, deep monthly cleaning, and targeted stain removal methods. In the end, we will also share some after-cleaning tips and discuss suitable ways to prevent color fading.
So, let’s discuss everything in detail.
Regular Cleaning Routine
You have different ways to clean your upholstery regularly. Here, we have mentioned some experienced methods you must opt for.
Wipe Upholstery Regularly
Use a vacuum cleaner or a microfiber piece of cloth to clean your upholstery regularly. It will eliminate dirt and dust particles and ensure a plush look. It will also help you in deep cleaning later.
Brushing & Vacuuming
You have to loosen the stubborn dirt particles for easy vacuuming. You can do that with a fabric cleaning brush. Now, your furniture upholstery is ready for washing and vacuuming.
Dish Soap Solution
You have to mix a few drops of your dish soap with warm water and make a solution. Use a piece of cloth to clean upholstery and then rinse with water to eliminate residue.
Clean & Dry Upholstery
After cleaning your upholstery using any DIY method, rinse with water and dry at room temperature. It will freshen the surface and look of your upholstery. However, avoid drying with a hairdryer.
Remove Targeted Stains
In some accidental cases, we have stains and spills accumulated on our Sunbrella fabric upholstery. To remove the targeted stains, we have to go for specific ways that restore the fabric’s condition without harming it. Let’s discuss them in detail below.
Mold & Mildew Spots
Prevent regrowth of mold and mildew and kill their spores with this method. Mix one cup of bleach and a quarter cup of mild soap in a gallon of water to make a solution. Apply it for a few minutes on upholstery and rinse with warm water.
Eliminate Oils From Upholstery
Sprinkle baking soda and cornstarch directly on your upholstery and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, rinse and vacuum because it eliminates oils and prevents further spread. It also has natural properties to absorb smells.
Marker & Ink Stains
Get rubbing alcohol and dab the affected area with it because it lightens the darker stains. It acts as a disinfectant and prevents further spread of marks. We recommend you blot with a piece of cloth, instead of scrubbing, and clean thoroughly.
Food & Beverage Stains
Food and beverage stains are strong and lasting if not treated properly. You must use hydrogen peroxide and dishwashing liquid mixed in a 1:1 ratio. After that, apply it to the stained area for at least 15 – 20 minutes, and blot with a damp piece of water. The solution breaks down organic food pigments and lightens drink marks. Repeat the process to get the desired results.
Monthly Deep Cleaning
Sunbrella Upholstery needs deep cleaning even after regular care to remove body oil buildups, humidity stains, and embedded dirt particles. Here we have listed some experienced methods to deeply clean Sunbrella sofa and chair upholstery.
Kill Bacterial Agents
Steam clean your upholstery to kill bacterial agents and ensure a hygienic environment. Steam cleaners use moisture and high heat and loosen stain molecules without soaking fabric. With suction, it extracts deep dirt and freshens your upholstery.
Probiotic Cleaners
Use specific cleaners for Sunbrella fabrics that break down stain molecules, pet messes, and deep clean your upholstery. Every cleaner has its specific usage method, so read the instructions carefully before applying.
Eliminating Smells
Deep cleaning also involves eliminating smells, and you can use baking soda powder for this. Sprinkle it on the upholstery surface and let it absorb the odors, and vacuum after a few minutes. You will end up having a neat and clean upholstery.
How To Keep Sunbrella Upholstery Color Fresh In Dubai’s Climate?
Here are the suitable ways you can keep the color of your Sunbrella indoor and outdoor upholstery fresh and resist fading.
- Wipe stains and spills quickly before they set into fibers. It will ensure easy vacuuming and keep the fabric looking vibrant.
- Do not use toxic detergents with high chemical concentrations because they can damage the original color of fabric and weaken the protective layer.
- Dubai’s air carries thin dirt particles that can accumulate on your upholstery to dull its color. So, you must rinse it with clean water every week to keep sand & dirt away.
- You have various Sunbrella-approved fabric guards that you can apply to upholstery and enhance its dirt and fade repellent properties.
- Try to use upholstery covers, especially when they are placed in outdoor places. It creates a barrier against fading and dust accumulation.
The Bottom Line
To sum up, we discussed the best ways of cleaning Sunbrella upholstery for restoring stains. From regular cleaning with a microfiber piece of cloth to steam cleaning to kill antibacterial agents, we describe everything in detail. We discussed how mild soap and wiping restore the fresh look of your furniture upholstery.
Our list of methods to remove stains from Sunbrella upholstery also includes sprinkling the baking soda and vinegar solution. You can go for vacuuming with a soft brush attachment. You must follow our tips to prevent the colors of your Sunbrella furniture upholstery.
