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DIY Upholstery Fabric Cleaning
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You love your furniture, but it’s getting dirty and worn out. The problem with most upholstery cleaning services is that they rely on soaps or detergents to clean the surface of your furniture. These products can leave a residue behind, becoming a breeding ground for harmful microbes like bacteria, mold, and mildew. This can cause allergies, sickness, and offensive odors! Find out how to clean your upholstery...
Most Common Types of Upholstery Fabric
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There are many different types of upholstery fabric, but some of the most common are acrylic, cotton, linen, nylon, polyester (a.k.a. microfiber), polypropylene (a.k.a. Olefin), polyurethane (a.k.a. PUL), and rayon (a.k.a. Viscose). Upholstery fabric can consist of a single fabric composition or be blended from more than one fabric composition. Choosing the correct fabric type can greatly increase the life, and reduce the wear and tear on an upholstery piece. Read on to determine the differences between each upholstery fabric type and what are the best applications for each. Knowing these differences, can greatly increase the longevity of your furniture.
What is Upholstery Fabric?
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Learn what upholstery fabric is, how it is different from other fabrics, and what applications it is used for.