Upholstery Cleaning London

At Racoon Carpet Cleaning, we treat your upholstery with the same care and expertise as we do your carpets. Soft furnishings such as sofas, armchairs, and dining chairs are often overlooked, yet they harbour allergens, bacteria, and everyday grime. Our thorough, fibre-safe upholstery cleaning process is designed to refresh, sanitise, and extend the life of your furniture — all while being safe for your home environment.

Step 1: Safety and Assessment

We begin by assessing the area and identifying any risks, including access, ventilation, electrical equipment, and delicate furnishings nearby. We also check for colourfastness and the stability of upholstery fabrics before treatment.

Step 2: Fibre and Fabric Identification

Using professional methods, we determine the fabric composition — such as natural fibres, synthetics, or blends — to select the safest and most effective cleaning technique tailored to your upholstery.

Step 3: Pre-Inspection of Soiling and Stains

We examine the upholstery for visible stains, body oils, drink spills, pet hair, or high-use areas that may need special attention during the clean.

Step 4: pH Testing and Compatibility Check

We test the pH levels of the fabric to ensure there are no residues from previous cleans and to avoid any chemical reactions during the treatment.

Step 5: Thorough Vacuuming

Using a high-filtration HEPA vacuum, we remove dust, dry soil, allergens, and loose particles from all surfaces — including cushions, crevices, and under folds.

Step 6: Pre-Spray and Antiviral Treatment

We apply a specialist upholstery pre-spray, which breaks down embedded oils, bacteria, and viruses. This step prepares the fibres for deep cleaning without damaging delicate fabrics.

Step 7: Fibre Agitation (Manual or Mechanical)

Depending on the fabric type, we agitate the fibres either manually with soft brushes or with a low-moisture mechanical tool to ensure even distribution of the solution and better dirt suspension.

Step 8: Hot Water Extraction or Low-Moisture Cleaning

We clean your upholstery using either hot water extraction (also known as steam cleaning) or a low-moisture method, depending on the fabric’s sensitivity. Both methods effectively lift dirt, allergens, and cleaning agents, leaving your furniture fresh and sanitised.

Step 9: Specialist Stain Treatment

If needed, we use targeted stain removal techniques for stubborn marks such as ink, wine, pet stains, or grease, always adapted to the fabric type.

Finishing Touches:

Once cleaning is complete, we align the fabric pile for a uniform look and reduce drying time by using air movers if required. As a finishing step, we offer optional fabric protection to help resist future staining and prolong freshness.