Keeping a clean living room can be a challenge, but the task is a breeze when you have the ultimate living room cleaning guide
Blinds, Curtains & Drapes
Material: Fabric
Common Problems: Dust and Dirt
How to Clean: Vacuum weekly to remove excess dust and dirt. Shake out curtains to help release dust, and steam regularly to help remove buildup.
If you can remove the curtains, we recommend washing by fabric type with one of our laundry detergents seasonally, or as you see dirt and buildup. Keep in mind that regularly burning candles and incense indoors will eventually lead to smoke buildup on walls and curtains, so it's important to wash as needed.
Materials: Wood, Metal, Laminate
Common Problems: Dust and Dirt
How to Clean: Remove dust with a duster, then wipe clean with Surface Cleaner and a lint-free cleaning cloth.
Cautions: Some high gloss laminate furniture pieces only need water and a lint-free cleaning cloth as any cleaners will remove and lift the paint over time. Always check manufacturer instructions before cleaning.
Material: Wood, Metal, Laminate
Common Problems: Dust and Dirt
How to Clean: Remove dust with a duster, then wipe clean with Surface Cleaner and a lint-free cleaning cloth.
Cautions: Some high gloss laminate furniture pieces only need water and a lint-free cleaning cloth as any cleaners will remove and lift the paint over time. Always check manufacturer instructions before cleaning.
Materials: Linoleum, Tile, Terrazzo, Vinyl, Wood
Common Problems: General Cleaning, Dust and Dirt, Hair and Pet Fur
How to Clean: Vacuum weekly to remove excess dust, dirt, hair and fur. Mix a cleaning concentrate with hot water and mop. In between cleanings, spot clean with Surface Cleaner and a cleaning cloth.
Cautions: Acidic liquids can damage on contact. Excess water left behind will damage/separate flooring.
Material: Glass
Common Problems: Streaking and Fingerprints
How to Clean: To remove fingerprints and streaking spray the surface with Glass & Mirror Cleaner and wipe using a lint-free cleaning cloth.
Material: Fabric
Common Problems: Stains
How to Clean: Treat washable upholstery with Stain Solution, then launder with Signature Detergent. For woolen pillow shams or blankets, always use an enzyme-free wash solution instead (like Wool & Cashmere Shampoo), and a cold, delicate wash cycle. Air dry for best results.
Cautions: Vacuum upholstery regularly to remove dust and dirt.
Materials: Formica, Wood
Common Problems: Dirt and Dust
How to Clean: Remove dust with a duster or the appropriate vacuum attachments for hard-to-reach areas.
Material: Wood
Common Problems: Dust and Fingerprints
How to Clean: Clean weekly to remove dust and fingerprints. If cabinet includes glass inserts follow with the Glass & Mirror Cleaner and wipe clean with a lint-free cleaning cloth. For surfaces other than glass, spray with Surface Cleaner and wipe clean.
Cautions: Do not apply wood polish to sealed or painted wood as this will attract dust and dirt.
