Sofa chairs are one of the indispensable furniture items in the family. However, after a long time of use, many sofas, especially those with bright colors, often have yellow stains. This condition not only causes loss of aesthetics but also reduces the durability of the product.
Using inappropriate cleaning chemicals
When removing a stain from a sofa, many housewives often use strong detergents such as bleach, highly alkaline detergent or even alcohol.
This is a serious mistake as these chemicals can disrupt the fabric structure or the skin surface protection layer on the sofa, causing a chemical reaction that fades and makes it more difficult to treat yellow spots.
Use specialized sofa cleaning solutions and always in a small area to see the effectiveness before applying them to the entire stain.
Not treating stains immediately
dirt stains from food and drinks such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, etc. if not treated immediately, will quickly seep deep into the buffer layer. Over time, they will oxidate and gradually turn into yellow or dark brown stains that are difficult to erase.
The delay in cleaning stains is the main reason why removing stains is more difficult. Use a paper towel or clean cloth to drain the stain immediately, then take steps to clean the stain suitable for each type of sofa material.
Not cleaning and removing dust periodically
Dust in the air and sweat on the body are also one of the causes of sofa yellowing. When stains stick for a long time, combined with moisture in the air, the sofa will change color and have an unpleasant smell.
Assessing a sofa dusty at least once a week and cleaning every 6 months is the optimal way to ensure that the sofa is always clean, without dirt or yellow stains.
Sofa locations in direct sunlight
Sunlight containing UV rays will reduce the life of most interior materials, from fabric to skin.
Choosing a location to place the sofa near a window, where direct sunlight is shining for a long time will make the color of the sofa gray, mushy and yellow.
Hot weather also makes the fabric or skin surface of the sofa cracked easily. So place the sofa in a cool place, avoid direct sunlight or use curtains to cover it.
