#1 for Upholstery Cleaning in Portland, OR

Step 1: Inspection

We do a visual inspection of the upholstery in your Portland home and note the kind of fabric we are working with. Not all fabrics are alike – we all know that we need to wash wool differently than polyester. With fiber identification, we are able to use a cleaning solution and process that best meets the needs of that specific item.

Step 2: Dry Soil Removal

The most important step in any upholstery cleaning is dry soil removal via combing. This ensures dry particulates, hair, and food crumb removal happens before using more drastic measures to get the stuff buried deep. Crevices are thoroughly vacuumed and the remaining hair is brushed out in this process.

Step 3: Apply Cleaning Solution

We apply an upholstery cleaning solution via an atomizer to all fabric parts of the couch. Specific areas may require extra application or additional products. These are applied during this part of the process. At Fresh Carpet & Floor Care, we utilize eco-friendly cleaning solutions which are human and pet friendly which help to break down dirt and grime.

Step 4: Agitation

We agitate cleaning solutions with an upholstery specific brush. This helps dissolve dirt, oils and works the cleaning solution deep into fibers. Agitation is an important step, like using your hands to work in your shampoo, since it not only removes spots on top of the fibers but removes odors deep down in fabrics.

Step 5: Drying & Additional Product Application

Fans accelerate the drying process and get your favorite piece of furniture ready for relaxing in your Portland home (drying will take approximately 2-4 hours). We can apply deodorizers or fabric protectors available at your request for an additional fee. When furniture comes from the factory, its upholstery is sprayed with scotchgard/fabric protector to prevent spills from immediately staining. Unfortunately, this only lasts so long which is why having us re-applying fabric protector brings your couch back to the level of protection you had when it was new.