Clean upholstered furniture

Use appropriate cleaning techniques and materials to clean upholstered furniture depending on the type of fabric used in its fabrication: cotton, synthetic, microfibre or leather.

clean furniture upholstery
cleaning upholstered furniture
remove dirt and stains from upholstered furniture

skill/competence

sector-specific

Clean upholstered furniture is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Clean upholstered furniture is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Furniture cleaner: Furniture cleaners maintain furniture items by removing dust, applying furniture polish, cleaning stains and maintaining colouring.
Upholsterer: Upholsterers provide objects such as furniture, panels, orthopaedic devices, fixtures or vehicle parts with padding or soft covering. They can install, repair or replace the upholstery of objects with materials such as fabrics, leather, suede or cotton. Upholsterers install the webbings and springs necessary to cover the material.
Drapery and carpet cleaner: Drapery and carpet cleaners clean draperies and carpets for their clients by removing stains, dust or odors. They do this by applying chemical and repellent solutions and with the use of brushes or mechanical equipment.

References

1. Clean upholstered furniture – ESCO