How to Clean a Velvet Sofa?

A coffee ring or a slice of toast dropped by the kids on the wrong side... your sofa in velvet now has an unsightly stain you would like to get rid of. Don't worry, cleaning a velvet sofa is not as difficult as it seems, and we are here to guide you by providing all the necessary advice. Be careful, however, as each type of velvet requires its own method.

Cleaning a velvet sofa: what not to do

To avoid disasters, never use steam cleaning on your velvet sofa. This could damage the inner padding of your seat. Always test store-bought products on a small, hidden area before cleaning the entire sofa, such as the hem, for example.

The best methods for cleaning your velvet sofa

Effective and natural methods

To clean a cotton velvet sofa, a mixture of soapy water and white vinegar is very effective. Do not soak the clean cloth too much while cleaning. Rinse with a washcloth and dry with a terry towel.

Terre de Sommières

For silk velvet sofas, use Terre de Sommières, which has great absorbent power. This type of velvet does not tolerate cleaning with water. Apply the Terre de Sommières by rubbing it in (wear gloves). Leave it on for at least 5 hours or overnight before vacuuming.

Cleaning your velvet sofa daily

Avoid using water on your velvet sofa. Instead, use a textile brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove hair and dust without damaging the fabric. For small stains that do not require a major cleaning, use talcum powder. Sprinkle a small amount on the stain, leave it on overnight, and vacuum the next morning.