Cleaning my microfiber couch - does Alcohol work?

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[@danaanders9812]

"Does alcohol work"? Yes! I recommend one or 2 glasses of wine before starting 🤣

[@sparker7768]

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[@mommargie2679]

I knew you could clean leather with alcohol! But on microfiber I didn't know that. I just learned something today! Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Mom Margie Awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@simoneymone89]

I've tried alcohol. What seems to work best on my microfiber couch is soap and water. The dollar store has small scrubbing brushes that you can put dish soap in which is what I use. I would normally spray the whole couch down then use the scrub brush periodically squirting out some of the soap and scrub, scrub, scrub. Looks like my 10 yr old couch is new.

[@sullivanhomesteader3155]

My daughter has a microfiber couch in her room that was filthy. I scrubbed it with a brush and a solution if oxy and water and also used my upholstery cleaner on it. It took all day to do but the results are fantastic. Looks brand new and couch is over 10 years old.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Rachele Kelly I will definitely try that. Thanks for watching!

[@amandalopez6471]

Next time you can try with prewashed microfiber cloths. You need to absorb the dirt with a clean cloth and then change to a clean one once the first one is dirty... the sponge was just spreading the dirt around. You might have been able to save time and effort.

[@bubblymelo3478]

Amanda Lopez I agree, I use microfiber cloths and it works well. Also if yoy use a colored sponge, you run the risk of staining the furniture.

[@bffentertainment7848]

Beautiful family! Thank you for going through the trouble of sharing.

[@hustlehardermommy9675]

Cleaning mine was an absolute disaster. I got some lovely flat sheets and simply cover them with that. Every few days I pull them off, wash them, febreze the couches, and put them back on nice and tight. Everything looks lovely and clean.

[@amandaruffcorn5675]

This was SUPER helpful. I was feeling really discouraged because the ones on Pinterest were a complete 180 and my couch just wasn't getting there. Good to know its not just me!!! 😊

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Amanda Ruffcorn it's definitely not just you :)

[@fouroverseven7799]

I have the exact same sectional! Must try this cleaning tip. Thanks for your video!

[@SimpleFull]

Great tip! I have a microfiber couch and kids so I really appreciate this! I heard your interview on his and her money and excited to subscribe!

[@theressawalden4387]

My couch is similar to that one. It has the same fabric. I always use Woolite carpet and upholstery cleaner. It works wonders and even removes ink.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Theressa Walden I definitely going to try that. Thanks for watching and thanks for the tip!

[@erinavant7296]

I use this too..it works amazing..but boy is it a work out on the arms And after i usr a hot damp rag to run over the cushions to get anything left behind..then vacuum.

[@mandalamoreaux8381]

Thank you...I've heard of using alcohol on microfiber but I was nervous it might stain it more!! yours turned out great though so now I feel like I can try it too!!

[@oxfordfamilyhomestead8359]

This video was super helpful and on top of that it wasn't annoying like some of the videos I've seen. And you're kiddos are too cute! Thank you for uploading this. I'm trying this on my couch today!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@sandymcintire3144]

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[@erihead21]

Method window cleaner 😉 smells nice and man does it get everything out!

[@AnonymousUser_86]

My couches are white microfiber couches, and they were dirtier than anything you'll find on youtube. I started using the rubbing alcohol, and it just made it look really blotchy. So then my wife found a youtube video that suggested to use Windex - and it worked way better, and made everything look even! Just make sure you use the Windex that's as clear as possible. Also it help me using a really hard scrubber, and white rags to absorb the stains. Give it a try!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Josh Grubb I'll have to give it a try. Thanks

[@anonomuslyfamous]

I have brown microfiber couch that I purchased from Ashley and they gave us a microfiber couch cleaner and no lie it smells just like windex. I also tried the alcohol to see if it tally worked but you have to be super fast or otherwise it will look blotchy, so I'm like you I'm sticking to windex and my washing machine every six months.

[@AnonymousUser_86]

Alternating with the washing machine is a good idea! I'll have to start doing that as well.

[@Macmittens411]

+KWoods Washing Machine??? I think I know what you're mentioning but can you explain that part? Thanks

[@anonomuslyfamous]

+Macmittens411 I take the cover off the cushion flip it inside out and zip half way and throw it in the washer. I wash it with a mild soap (my baby washing powder) and throw it in the dryer on low. it's best to hang dry them to prevent shrinkage but I'm not patient so I just dry it on low heat for 20 min.

[@michellehand9777]

I've got the same sectional , exactly the same.Your right it is very comfortable. Thanks for the video

[@jlopez9228]

where did you get it?

[@saris961]

I have the exact same sectional which I love because it does clean really well. Only three cushions covers are removal and washable so rest are little more difficult to clean, Last weekend used our carpet cleaner attachment to clean the rest of it., Came out well but will try your recommendation next time. thanks for the great video.

[@tonja4835]

I have white microfiber furniture and I use equal parts of vinegar and it works very well! I have tried alcohol....love your videos!

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Equal parts of vinegar and what?

[@lormor460]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Water. I use a water/vinegar mixture as well.

[@specialk8927]

Looks like the blue sponge got on the couch,you can see the color on it

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Yep. She should have used a white sponge.

[@umaycallmeprincess1]

I used Ajax dishwashing liquid and (home depot-off brand)lavender cleaner. it worked miracles!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

I'll have to try that.

[@NaturallyKoilyKuteness78]

I will say this, if your cushion covers are removable, wash them. I have washed my with gentle detergent, light cycle, warm to wash cold to rinse and it worked. My cushion covers are clean, looks new, smells fresh...now if I get the rest of the couch to look the same that would be great.

[@pbohearn]

NaturallyKoily Kuteness Anyone else try it in the washer and dryer?

[@augustvirgocedes697]

@@pbohearn I have the same exact sectional & unfortunately none of the cushions come off.

[@tmleining]

NaturallyKoily Kuteness Ive done mine and it works, but the cushions are a huge PITA to get back in the covers.

[@sheaheart6494]

Wish I had watched this before just scrub scrub scrubbing my arm OFF! lol great video!

[@socalcyn1852]

My favorite thing to use on my microfiber couch is the dreft baby clothes stain remover spray and wipe it down with a wet (warm water) cloth, rinse often ..smells great too

[@wendyp8488]

Lovely family - your kids are so cute! Thanks so sharing this. It does look better at the end. On the first cleaning it kind of looks like the blue from the sponge transferred to the sofa, but it seems to have disappeared after the final cleaning.

[@seboydston]

I would recommend a cleaning brush next time. Hopefully that helps.

[@121kellybelle]

I will have to try this! my microfiber couch is chocolate brown so I think it hides the stains a bit better than the lighter colours but you can still see the staining. i am refusing to buy a new one until my kids get a bit bigger, this may be just what i was looking for! your babies are gorgeous!!

[@yasminhabibti721]

LOL! Favorite part is at the end where her husband throws the peace sign and goes: "hm hm."

[@privacyisgood9271]

I love videos like these. Well anything I can learn from is good for me.

[@echols85]

Good lighting and space in the living room

[@jennanaseef1968]

Wow looks great! You did a good job! BTW your family is beautiful! Your home as well!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Jenna Naseef Thank you :)

[@CWsMama7]

The former Mrs. Jones sent me here! I have a microfiber couch too and it's blue so the stains aren't as visible but I guarantee you my kids have destroyed it haha! I tried alcohol on my couch and was shocked at the paper towel being black afterwards! So much dirt!! :)

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Emily Grace it's like they sucks up dirt! Glad it worked for you!

[@NaturallyKoilyKuteness78]

I have a beige or light camel living room set. In my single days, prior to meeting my fiance, my chairs were super clean, still looked new and comfortable. Mind you I have had the set since 07, no one hardly sat on it. I've gotten to the point that I no longer worry about the condition of the set because I bought it to have somewhere to sit. I can't expect to keep people off of the furniture, if that happens they'll end up on the floor, and who wants that😕😂😂😂 My fiance's job produces the train products, brake shoes, train parts and they use tar, rubber, fiberglass and all of it is black and grungy. Over the last 3 yrs, those small dust particles from his job got into all of my chairs, just from walking by, or sitting on them in his clean uniforms... that stuff is horrible to live with and it gets into EVERYTHING. Now my set looks as if I've had it for 20 yrs😥 It takes a lot of work to keep things in the home looking nice, and I am particular about things. I like things to look nice and new. To keep the set clean, I have always used window cleaner to wipe my chairs and it worked wonderfully. I haven't thought about trying alcohol but seeing this video, I most definitely will give it a try. Yet and still due to the changes in my personal life I need to find some new furniture that can withstand a hardworking dirty man😆😆😆

[@trixnunya3442]

My tip yes alcohol gets out a lot of grime . Whether it's from kids or a restore project I took a scummy sectional my cousin was going to toss (it is only 1 and the frame and seats are still floor firm . ). Treated it with alcohol and scrubbed until my arms hurt lol . Then I went in for a second clean with dreft . It's gentle enough and back at it waiting on that to dry and then for a rinse . The sectional looks great . Only tip I have DO NOT USE ALCOHOL NEAR WOOD , Luckily I'm restoring my dresser and don't care that the alcohol messed up the varnish . If you don't want to throw away 1200 bucks it's worth the work . NOTE not a job for people easily discouraged , Also check fabric codes

[@benshuetrim9640]

Blot up with white terry cloth as you go. Spray, brush agitate, terry cloth wipe, rinse terry cloth, wring out and repeat until terry cloth is coming up clean. Dry best you can with a dry terry cloth to finish up. The dry cloth finish makes a difference. HTH's.

[@lynneprinzo4464]

great video . .. I have the exact same couch and stains! You should first check your couch for a cleaning code underneath the cushion. if it has an "S" cleaning code then it's OK to use alcohol. Mine has a "W" which means I can only use water based cleaner like dish detergent and water or carpet cleaner not the alcohol method. if it has "S/W" then you can use either. an "X" means just vacuum. Yours can out nice though with the alcohol ! !

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Lynne Prinzo I'll definitely try try that. Thanks for sharing!

[@randomshenanigans1023]

I just found your channel off of Melissa Makers channel and subscribed Cant wait to see more of your videos can't wait to see your video on the 10 min kitchen clean up

[@09echols]

Windex works great with a microfiber cloth. That was the instructions that came with my microfiber couch.

[@ravenwood5215]

I have the same exact couch, and I had the same exact results. The alcohol does help but our next couch is leather. I was thinking of using something like a rug steamer to extract the "juice" and mechanically do the scrubbing. For me doing the work manually is not getting it. if you try that please make a video. thanks!

[@gagirlb]

I think that's why it suggests a light sponge, because I can see the blue sponge remnants left on it.

[@marifroggy]

Wow, good idea... I don't have microfiber but considered it but was afraid of stains.

[@tinwhi626]

I have the same problem. Old couch, young kids. I am going to try this. TFS.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

So you feel my pain :) thanks for watching and let me know if it works for you.

[@Naturaleft]

You should try Awesome from the dollar store. Stuff works on everything. I've used it on my suede dinning chair seats and it makes it look clean and new.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Left_handedK I'll definitely try it out.

[@StillVoice_]

Yes! its Awesome!👍

[@kingkumul9386]

Left_handedK I'm gonna go with what you said... 🖒

[@soyini81]

The AWESOME degreaser is on a new level I use it for every little stain. 👐🏾

[@mariadorman]

thank you. how does the couch smell afterwards. does the alcohol smell go away ?

[@nylevecampbell1601]

igot a hoover shampoo vac saved me a lot of heart ache doing the couch. by hand

[@keithbates598]

Yes like watching you Jia, very informative 👍 Joan Bates

[@itsesme.g]

The Former Mrs Jones sent me over! Tried this and it worked great on my microfiber cloth!! Just subscribed😄

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Remse Awesome! Thanks for watching

[@latynboi]

Thank you!!!! Soooo much. My sectional sofa look sooo nice i did everything as u said!!! 100%% amazing!!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+latynboi Awesome! Thank you!

[@antoniawashington4286]

I have the same exact sectional. I love that it is so comfy, but hate that you can't take the pillows or padding off to wash them. I bought mine before my daughter started walking. She's now approaching 10 (you know exactly all the stains that accumulate during that age). I've kept it in the garage for the past few years and because it's replacement broke and is now uncomfortable, I've decided to bring it back in the house. I'm going to give the alcohol method a try, but would love to know if you found a more effective method. Thanks for posting this video.

[@willodeanshine3501]

Antonia Washington I had this exact same sectional N my den when I was attempting to purchase a home 😊 We loved it ! So comfortable I cleaned mines with Shout laundry spot cleaner ,soap and water worked wonders I sold the couch when I dwn sized to an apartment I kept my living room micro fiber couch it is off white the same solution works except I make sure 2 use only white rags & white soap or clear dish detergent. I don't allow red pop N my place! And since I'm single now no one can eat on my couch but me , besides no one would care as much as me if I got an ugly stain, I'm a lil anal so if I did get a stain I couldn't remove on my off white couch it would be out the door PRONTO

[@natalie5672]

I keep seeing your sweet, supportive comments on OCD much so I decided to check out your vids. This is the first one I watched and I enjoyed:) looks like a lot of elbow grease goes into that method. I'm subscribing and will check out your other videos.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Natalie Thomas Thank you so much Natalie! Have a good weekend :)

[@JJ-if4zo]

You are supposed to use a scrub brush, that agitates the dirt and then you can suck it all up with a carpet cleaner. A sponge won't work as well.

[@Kelli_D.]

I clean my Microfiber recliner with the hand tools of my rub scrubber, with the same solution I scrub my carpets with - works like a gem! no left behind wet stains or anything. no scrubbing, no effort really, they dry rather quick and without a spot to be found To me these didn't come clean, they actually look just as bad , it's like all that work, for nothing, looks like you didn't do anything at all, even though we watched you do it

[@EvelynGB]

I have always used a container with a bit of laundry detergent and water and scrubbed the heck out of it with a microfiber cloth from dollarama. It works well but I was really hoping that the Alcohol would be a magical solution lol

[@whitneyh2331]

I had my couch for 4 years and never cleaned it. Took the covers off and put them in the washing machine and let them air dry. Voila! They look like new

[@summergamers3070]

so do you also have a micromfiber couch? and what setting did you put it on

[@lindseyslifeNstyle]

Just found your channel.. I'm loving your videos!! 💗✌🏼️

[@becauseofkarma2913]

Did it turn your couch blue? I heard to only use white because the color rubs off on the couch? I want to do it, but only have green sponges lol

[@slim7215]

Got to use the other side of the Spong. The had scrub brush side not the sold side

[@natare7584]

I have exactly the same sofas and I clean them with rubbing alcohol and they look like new

[@ytviewer46]

Would a Magic Eraser be just as effective or better for this type of job?

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+ytviewer46 Never tried it, but will next time!

[@meekoteenie]

The best thing to clean microfiber furniture is blue windex and a white rag.

[@mjmom52]

do you WET the sponge?

[@danus1896]

Thank you for the video big help

[@keishataylor6439]

Have you tried distilled water?

[@eviedp1]

Where did you get this couch / sectional? We bought I believe the exact same one off Craigs List. I'm wondering where it is from to find out what the cleaning code would be (it doesn't have a tag). It was a steal - and we were so excited to have a couch that was bigger & newer than what we had. I have 2 toddlers, and already the water spots on the couch are RIDICULOUS. They don't even spill juice or food.. it is just from the little one briefly putting his mouth on a cushion, or drops of water, or a maybe a spill from a water cup. The water marks are out of control, and even the smallest drop of water leaves a mark that is very tough to get out, even with the alcohol trick. I'm so disappointed! Who thought up this awful fabric?!

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Emily Van Der Ploeg I got it at Ashley furniture over a decade ago. The water spots do get out of control!

[@tupleydanny9389]

if I left an iron on the couch for a few seconds 3 seconds and it left a little stain how to I remove it?

[@sarahsjb1]

My worry was about discoloration or a change in texture. Did you experience any of that?

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Sarah Stubblefield No, I didn't experience that. The stains did not come out all of the way though :/

[@aimanmazloum9561]

You know you can wash them right ?

[@MariaGonzalez-nv3nl]

Mix w water maybeit will work better?

[@cynthiamua]

Do you have any small scrapes or scratches on yours that you would suggest that would help hide it? I have one now on the arm rest where it isn't deep but noticeable cause mine is white...

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Cynthia Edwards Sorry I don't know about scratches :\

[@ellenfulks764]

I cleaned mine with alcohol, the fabric was rough so I cleaned it a second time with fabric softener and water and used a credit card to scrape the dirt and excess water out as I has seen on KZbin to see if that would help, it did get it cleaned but it's still very rough! Does anyone have any advice of how to make it soft again?

[@carlapinales2949]

I tried the same method on a very light tan mocrofiber couch. It wasn't really dirty but it smelled like a dog. I used two large bottles of alcohol and sprayed the front of the couch with a lot of alcohol. I let it soak for a several minutes and then used a white/clear bristle nail brush and a tan colored sponge to scrub it. It did take off most of the stink and it looks cleaner.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Carla Pinales Awesome!

[@merimaxcastro1791]

looks great~ have a blessed party🎂🤗

[@ebgbjo2025]

I use window cleaner on my microfiber couches. When we purchased them, the sales rep said Windex works the best for removing stains and doesnt leave marks. I just use natural window cleaner with white rag.

[@fdoctor79]

Is this cleaning technique only applicable to light colored couches?

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+fdoctor I think its supposed to work on any color couch.

[@crytun]

great voice good job

[@tcampbell2186]

I hate my microfiber sofa. I'm going to hire someone to clean it or toss it and get a gorgeous leather sofa.

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+tcampbell2186 I feel you!

[@carolynsimmons3087]

Me too.. I've got one that is 6 months old grand kids have it looking 60 years old ,I hate the way it water spots.. looks like big ole stains all over it... worst material for a couch ever...

[@lormor460]

@@carolynsimmons3087 I just got mine in October and has been through a lot in its short life. (Grandkids and dogs) I did buy the warranty for it which lasts 5 years so that has helped a great deal. Today the ottoman, alone. was hit with coffee and I noticed ink on the sofa. I had just removed my sofa covers because they were always a mess. So now the covers are back on I'll be calling the insurance place to have them come get the pen off. :(

[@carolynsimmons3087]

@@lormor460 Mine does not have removable covers..wish it did..

[@lormor460]

@@carolynsimmons3087 Mine has zippers and looks like the could come off, I just don't know how easy that would be. But the Ottoman has no way for the material to come off and it looks the worst :(

[@stefanylastnamehere8611]

You had me when you said small children!

[@arabiantxn]

Maybe you can you not take the pillow covers off and then put in a washing machine

[@layflorisdebramaletta5755]

i think it look worse

[@chriscarrington7547]

layfloris debramaletta right

[@daricej9753]

it looked like the sponge bled on the couch😭

[@janelledemillieo5398]

OMG my boyfriend just bought me a white microfiber dinning set. I dropped a leaking red pen on it. what do I do?8

[@zombetty92]

Will 50% alcohol work?

[@tracycurry5640]

just rent a rug doctor it has a upholstery attahment itjustneeds time to dry an when you dump the water eww the smell

[@666smilevictoria]

u need to soak with water soap then scraped it off

[@shannonh3586]

It needs some Sol-U-Mel!!

[@daughteroftheking4266]

Former Mrs. Jones sent us over to give you some 💕

[@MarriageMotherhood]

+Weight watcher chick with grace Thank you:)

[@johnfermino5601]

Thanks

[@garyphillips8123]

you DIYers really need to understand the importance of extraction after you clean. Get a wet dry vac, easy peasy.

[@randomsanwhich2]

USE A WASHCLOTH NOT A SPONGE

[@davidgilroy8009]

Every hack about cleaning micro fiber says they don’t know what the liquid stains are. They are SWEAT. Just saying.

[@LoveVenice-hi2uq]

You should've vacuumed it before spraying.

[@ramonaburns605]

After looks worse

[@audioplugg5310]

now wouldn't the couch smell like alcohol now???

[@sylviasocci-bannons347]

Alcohol smell goes away when dry

[@hppypandax5454]

Windex

[@flchick1900]

Lady u mine as well throw the whole couch away it looks awful and disgusting it looks worse than before