Specialist indicates the best materials and techniques to make the sofa clean and extend the useful life of the coating
In general, the service duration of A Sofa It can vary from 5 to 25 years, depending on the model and quality. However, these durable furniture can lose its longevity when it becomes the stage of the malice of children and pets, with risks of tears, imperfections and accumulation of hair.
The coordinator of the product Andressa Sturm, of the mattresses and sofas of the Anjos network, specialized in mattresses and upholstery with over 30 years on the market, explains that if you like to play with your children and animals on the sofa, it is important to take care to ensure that the upholstery should not be exchanged in advance.
“Nowadays, pets are part of the Brazilian family. To ensure harmonious coexistence, it is essential to understand the characteristics of each dog and cat breed. Knowing these peculiarities helps to create a healthy and safe environment for everyone. This includes the care of the furniture, as accumulated in the upholstery it can cause allergies such as rhinitis,” he says.
Tips to keep the sofa clean
Keeping the house sofa clean and in good condition can be demanding in these cases. Thinking of helping, the professional has prepared a list of three tips for those who have children and pets get the sofa like new longer. Check:
1. Resistant and practical fabrics
The upholstery material must be resistant to endure any game and prevent the nails of kittens and dogs from scratching it. “The leather sofas should not be considered for those who have felines at home because although the hair does not stick to this material, they are fragile in front of the feline girls,” says Sturm. In addition, the attention must be doubled because they have thinner and easier hair in the middle of the fabrics. “There are already options on the market developed specifically for those who have pets at home, with easy technological coatings in -chiari, with antibacterial protection and resistant against smells and tears,” reveals.
2. Think about imperatively as a solution
Waterproofing is a fundamental study for the extra protection of the sofa against liquids, dirt and imperfections. This is particularly useful for those who have children and pets at home, since this process is nothing more than the creation of a film that prevents juices, milk or pee for pets from entering the sofa fibers. “The waterproofing of the coating is an excellent solution to avoid difficult points and the accumulation of dirt and hair. With it, the sofa remains clean for longer, which helps to extend its duration,” recommends the expert.
3. Clean the sofa regularly
In everyday life, it is essential to clean the sofa using a dust vacuum cleaner and products for upholstery. “Use an nozzle suitable for sucking the sofa, after all it is important to remove not only dirt and surface hair residues, but also the corners of the furniture. Any type of fabric requires specific care, for example, the most delicate materials need a soft detergent. Another useful tip is to use ribbons or attach the rolls to facilitate the removal of pet hair”, recommends.
Source: Terra
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