How to Clean Water Rings on a Microfiber Sofa

Microfiber sofas offer a soft, velvety texture that holds up well to everyday use and many household cleaning products. Water rings can ruin the appearance of your microfiber sofa, but this problem requires little effort to resolve. The proper cleaning method depends on which type of microfiber upholstery your sofa has. Check the care label or owner's manual for a letter symbol. If the letter "S" is present, only solvents should be used to clean your sofa. A "W" signifies water-based cleaners. "SW" means either type of cleaner is safe to use, while an "X" means vacuum only.

Bucket
Dish soap or upholstery cleaner
Cloth
Soft brush
Isopropyl alcohol

Instructions

Water-Based Method
- 1
  Fill a bucket with hot water, and add 1 to 2 tsp. dish soap or upholstery cleaner.
- 2
  Dip a cloth in the bucket, and wring it out. Wipe the water rings vigorously with the cloth.
- 3
  Rinse the cloth with clean water. Wipe over the spot to remove any soapy residue.
- 4
  Press a towel to the microfiber sofa to absorb any excess water. Allow it to dry completely.
- 5
  Brush the microfiber sofa lightly with a soft brush, such as an old toothbrush, to restore its original softness and texture.
Solvent-Based Method
- 6
  Dampen a cloth with isopropyl alcohol.
- 7
  Wipe the water rings thoroughly with the cloth. Allow the alcohol to evaporate completely.
- 8
  Brush the microfiber sofa with a soft brush to restore its original appearance.

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Instructions

Water-Based Method

Solvent-Based Method