Revolution Cleaning Directions

Revolution Performance Fabric Cleaning Instructions:

What is the best way to remove a "standard" stain from my Revolution sofa?

Most stains can be removed by making a solution of one ounce of bleach to 30 ounces of water in a clean spray bottle (A 32-ounce bottle is preferred). If possible, place a clean towel between the fabric and foam cushion to absorb any excess moisture. Set the nozzle to "fan" the spray pattern and wet out the entire side of the cover where the stain is. Then wipe the whole surface with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. Then spray the same area with clean water to rinse the bleach solution out of the fabric. Again wipe the entire cover with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. Finally, allow the surface to air dry, or it can be dried using a hairdryer.

 

I have already tried to remove the stain from my sofa, and it isn't gone completely, what should I do?

The stain is likely some residue from the stain that was not completely removed. This will happen with spot cleaning at times or with more difficult stains. Make a solution of two ounces of bleach to 30 ounces of water in a clean spray bottle (Most bottles are 32 ounces). Place a clean towel between the fabric and the foam cushion to absorb any excess moisture. Set the nozzle to "fan" the spray pattern and wet out the entire side of the cover where the stain is. Then wipe the entire surface with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. Then spray the same area with clean water to rinse the bleach solution out of the fabric. Again wipe the entire cover with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. Allow the surface to air dry, or it can be dried using a hairdryer. The cover may require steam cleaning if this does not remove the stain.

 

How do I clean an "oil stain" on my sofa (such as salad dressing, mustard, or sunblock)?

You can initially try cleaning the stain using a "baby wipe." If this does not remove the stain, make a solution of 30 ounces of water to two ounces of a mild dish detergent such as Dawn. (Most spray bottles are 32 ounces). Place a clean towel between the fabric and the foam cushion to absorb any excess moisture. Set the nozzle to "fan" the spray pattern and wet out the entire side of the cover where the stain is. Rub/blot the area where the stain is to remove the stain, then wipe the entire surface with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. This will foam when you rub it. Then spray the same area with clean water to rinse the cleaning solution out of the fabric. Again wipe the entire cover with a clean cloth to remove any excess moisture. You may need to rinse several times to remove the solution. Finally, allow the surface to air dry, or it can be dried using a hairdryer. The cover may require steam cleaning if this does not remove the stain.

 

What products do you recommend for cleaning my sofa? Are there any products that I shouldn't use to clean Revolution?

Most general house cleaners will work, as most are NOT solvent based. Lysol, OxiClean, or Dawn dish detergent are some more popular cleaners. Revolution is also bleach-cleanable (the fabric will NOT discolor, even dark colors). When using any cleaner, we recommend using 1 ounce of bleach or cleaner to 32 ounces of water and a spray bottle to thoroughly clean the stain (reference question #1 for greater detail). Don't use any dry cleaning solvent, and do not apply any type of after-market fabric protector. A good clue to determine if a product is solvent-based is if it is flammable. We do NOT recommend using any flammable or solvent-based product to clean Revolution.

 

How can I prevent soiling, and what can I do regularly to keep my fabric looking new on my sofa?

Frequent vacuuming of the fabric will help prevent soiling build-up on the fabric. Do not use any vacuum power brush attachment, as this can damage the fabric. Should the fabric become stained or soiled, you can make a mixture in a spray bottle of 1 ounce of bleach to 30 ounces of water (most spray bottles are 32 ounces). Set the spray nozzle to "fan" the spray pattern and spray the entire area that needs to be cleaned. It is okay to wet out the fabric. Then wipe the cover with a clean towel to remove any excess moisture. Then spray the surface with clean water to rinse any residual bleach solution, and wipe this down also. Then allow the fabric to air dry. You can also use "baby wipes" to clean minor, oily stains. The material can also be steam cleaned if necessary.

 

I purchased a fabric protection plan from the store where I bought my furniture. Does that void my warranty?

Applying any stain-repellent fabric treatment to Revolution Fabrics will void the Revolution warranty. We have seen many instances where the solvents used in these treatments break down our yarns and back coating. If a stain-repellent treatment is applied, any problems with the fabric will become the responsibility of the company that applied the treatment.