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How to clean a fabric office chair

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When you think about it, do you spend more time sitting at your desk and in your office chair than on your sofa in your lounge? Ironic, isn't it? It's important that your office chair is comfortable, fits within the office, and most importantly, is clean!

When you spend so much time sitting on that chair, you’re bound to spill coffee or bits of your lunch. Having an office chair with stains and odors is unacceptable. Every chair is made from different materials, but all require significant gentle care. Fabric office chairs come in a variety of colors, textures, and styles, and tend to attract dirt more, so it's important to keep them clean as it will also leave a good impression on anyone who visits your office.

The basic things you need to take care of when cleaning a fabric office chair are:

  • Having the basic reliable tools and products
  • Clean stains immediately! If you wait to remove one, it will become harder.
  • Always test on a small hidden area before you start, as you never know how the product may react with your fabric.
  • Don't ignore the instructions on your furniture and the product you are using.
  • Clean the chair in a well-ventilated area, as some fumes can be harmful.

Now let's discuss how you can clean a fabric office chair.

  • The first method of cleaning is with a vacuum cleaner. A handheld vacuum or a cordless vacuum can do the trick. Vacuuming helps infiltrate the chair's fabric and get rid of underlying dust and debris. So, you just want to adjust the vacuum setting to ‘low suction’ and run the appliance over the armrests, backrest, and seat. Many vacuum cleaners are specifically designed for this purpose and come with tools and attachments to remove dust and allergens from upholstery.
  • Foam spraying is another popular method for cleaning an office chair. You take an even amount of cleaner and apply it over the entire fabric. Then you just wait a few minutes and let it do its work on the upholstery. The instructions are usually provided on the cleaner, so you need to be careful about the timing and simply wipe it off with a clean, dry towel.
  • First, you need to determine whether your product can be cleaned with a water-based cleaner. For this method, you need to create a solution by mixing a few drops of soap, preferably dish soap, with water. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle, as this makes it easier to spread evenly across the chair. Then, dab the stain with the mixture and wipe it away. Make sure to rinse off excess soap with a damp cloth. You may need to repeat this process a few times to remove tough stains.
  • Scrubbing is also a widespread tactic used to remove stains and refresh the fabric on an office chair. A regular soft-bristled scrub brush is typically used to start scrubbing away dirt and stains that have been lifted by a cleaner. Scrubbing can help you reach the tighter spots and clean them deeply.
  • Another common and demanding method is to hire office cleaners to do it. Office cleaning in Stockholm is very popular, and they do a more thorough job than we can anticipate and attempt. They are well-equipped with experience in cleaning various types of fabric chairs. They have knowledge of how to handle each upholstery and can ensure that unnecessary damage is not done. It’s always a safe option to go for.
  • Don't forget the solid surfaces on your fabric office chair. Make sure to wipe them down with a quality cleaner. These areas are much easier to clean with a simple cloth and all-purpose cleaner. There may be some tough stains caused by ink, etc., so for that, you can use a more abrasive tool than just a cloth or a towel.

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