Whether accidental-on-purpose or alcohol-related, water spills are one of the most frustrating stains to get out of anything.
Luckily with some simple techniques, you can get rid of these pesky stains in less than 10 minutes. Enough time for a movie with your dear old friend Netflix before the kids get home from school.
Mop up the spill as quickly as possible by using dry rags in order to absorb any excess liquid that may have spilled out in order to remove unsightly wet circles.
What are the steps to remove water stains from fabric sofa
- Take your comforter or slipcover and wad it up into a ball in order to remove as much of the moisture and stain as possible from the cushion.
- Dump the ball of damp balled up fabric into a bucket of soapy water. Do not use anything scented or foul smelling, as this will only make the stain more difficult to remove.
- Wring out the water with a wet rag to get the last remnants of moisture from the ball. Then, scrub and scrub until the stain is fully removed from the cushion, working the cloth across the surface to remove any remaining residue.
- Dump the soapy water water and gently wipe all of the area surrounding the stain with a dry cloth to remove any remaining moisture.
Why Should I Remove Water Stains From My Sofa?
In truth, water stains are a pain to get out. Water residue can contain both oil and dirt, making it hard to remove quickly. More often than not, the dirt and oil is a part of the stains’ makeup, and it’s hard to remove completely once the water is dry.
Luckily, there are ways to get those pesky water stains out of your sofa. We put together a step-by-step video tutorial to help you determine what happened, how much liquid was actually spilled, and what steps you need to take to remove those stains, and make sure you get your cherished sofa back to its original state.
DIY Home Remedies
To maximize the effectiveness of this technique, you need to remove the soiled piece of fabric from the sofa and only leave the stain-friendly fabric in the dryer for as long as you need.
If you are using a pouf, ensure that the pouf fabric is dry before attempting this technique.
Rubbing alcohol will typically make the offending stains easier to remove, but there are actually some stain removers that will actually work much better than rubbing alcohol for wet-stain removal.
The ones that work best for wet-stain removal are:
Mrs. Meyer’s All-Purpose Cleaner: Mildly acidic and extremely powerful, Mrs. Meyer’s all-purpose cleaner has made over $300 million since its introduction.
Iron Out Soak: Great for the soiled stains on end tables or coffee tables.
Materials Needed
Potential stain/water: Silks or PU fabric/Pillows
Cotton Blending Balls
Method
Step 1:
Take the cotton blending ball and run it underneath the fabric where the spill originated.
Step 2:
For a sofa, go over the cushions with the ball to remove the excess water so that you can see the actual areas with the water stain.
Step 3:
Using your clean dry rags, wring out any excess moisture so that you can more clearly see the areas with the potential water stain.
Step 4:
Using a damp rag and some extra attention, gently rub each stain spot in order to get rid of the extra water on the fabric.
All of the above steps are done without the use of any abrasive products.
Where Can I Buy The Best Sofa Stain Remover?
Our favorite couch stain remover brand is Pineapple, which has been producing amazing furniture products for over 30 years. I find it has the most advanced stain remover technology available today. They have everything you need to remove water-based stains, along with no harsh chemicals, no nasty odors, and very few allergenic ingredients. Their stain removers will get rid of water-based stains, especially on leather furniture, metal furniture, cushions, and virtually any other kind of fabric material.
If you’re looking for a different brand, I’d recommend Mielle which is one of my favorite stain remover brands. They have no harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances and are produced using a gentle process that prevents absorption into the fabric.
Conclusion
Water stains are something every sofa should be prepared for, and the sooner you know what to do to remove the mess the better. On a positive note, water stains can be a great incentive to clean your sofa, since every little bit that’s dirtied helps to make it more beautiful.
