How to Remove Odors From Upholstered Sofas

Baking Soda

• 1

  Test your vacuum cleaner to see if it picks up the baking soda. Do this by sprinkling a small amount on a corner of the sofa, and then vacuum it up.

• 2

  Sprinkle baking soda over the entire couch. This may require several boxes, depending on the size of your couch.

• 3

  Rub the baking soda into the upholstery with your fingers to attack deeper odors.

• 4

  Let the baking soda sit overnight, and then vacuum it up the next morning.

Vinegar

• 5

  Mix a cleaning solution of equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle.

• 6

  Test the solution on an inconspicuous part of the couch so it does not affect the color.

• 7

  Spray the vinegar cleaning solution on the sofa until the surface of the entire couch is damp.

• 8

  Open the windows, and let the couch dry. Once the vinegar smell is gone, the odors will be, as well.