Upholstery Cleaning Dublin

Most upholstery fabrics can be wet-cleaned safely, but not all. We check the fabric type and test in an inconspicuous spot before starting, and for delicate or unknown fabrics we may recommend a different method or advise against wet cleaning altogether.

Genuine leather isn't cleaned the same way as fabric — it needs conditioning and leather-specific care rather than hot water extraction, so it's not something we offer as standard. If you're not sure whether your sofa is genuine leather, faux leather or a leather-look fabric, send us a few details or a photo and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.

Yes — before cleaning any piece, we test an inconspicuous area, usually somewhere hidden like the back of a cushion or the underside of an arm, to check the fabric holds its colour and reacts well to hot water extraction. It's a standard step on every job, not something we skip to save time.

It affects how thoroughly we can clean them. Loose covers with zips can sometimes be treated more thoroughly, occasionally on their own, while fixed or non-removable covers are cleaned in place along with the rest of the piece. Either way we test the fabric first and clean it as part of the same visit — just let us know if you're unsure which type you have.

Yes — armchairs, dining chairs, footstools and other upholstered furniture can all be included alongside your sofa, or booked on their own.

Yes, fabric-seated dining chairs are often the first piece of upholstery to show marks, since they're close to food and drink and get more day-to-day contact than a sofa. They can be cleaned on their own or alongside other pieces, and it's common for households to book them more often than a sofa for that reason.

Yes — offices, waiting rooms and other Dublin businesses with upholstered seating book the same service we offer for homes, usually scheduled around opening hours so seating is back in use with as little disruption as possible.

It depends on use. A sofa that sees daily use from kids, pets or general family life will show build-up faster than an armchair in a spare room that's rarely sat on, so the family sofa usually benefits from cleaning more often — every six to twelve months is a reasonable guide for busy households, with guest furniture able to go longer between cleans.

Cleaning lifts embedded dirt and helps with everyday odours, and pet hair is removed as part of the process. For stronger pet odours or stains soaked into the fill, see our pet stain removal service for a more targeted treatment.

Drying time depends on the fabric, fill and ventilation in the room, but most sofas and chairs are dry within several hours. We use extraction equipment that removes as much moisture as possible during the clean, and we'll give you a realistic estimate on the day.

Curtains and other soft furnishings aren't part of our standard upholstery service. If you've got something specific in mind alongside a sofa or chair booking, mention it when you get in touch and we'll let you know honestly whether it's something we can take on.

We start by identifying the fabric type and testing it in an inconspicuous area, such as the back of a cushion or underside of an arm, before any cleaning begins. This tells us how the fabric responds to moisture and cleaning solution, and lets us choose hot water extraction or a lighter, more cautious approach depending on what we find. If a fabric seems too sensitive to clean safely, we'll tell you honestly rather than risk it.

It helps if you clear any small items, throws or ornaments off the sofa or chairs before we arrive, and move anything fragile out of the immediate area. You don't need to move the furniture itself — we'll work around it — and it's a good idea to keep pets in another room while we clean and while the furniture is drying.

Yes. Headboards are cleaned in place with a low-moisture approach, so nothing soaks into the wall or the mattress. Pulling the bed out a little gives us room to work.

Yes. We clean the fabric and keep moisture away from the motor, the mechanism and any wiring. Please unplug the chair before we arrive and leave it in the upright position.

Usually less time than a sofa, because the seat padding is thinner. Most dining chairs are ready to use later the same day, depending on the fabric and how well the room is ventilated.

If the fabric is sound and the chair is just dirty, cleaning usually brings it back well. If the fabric is worn through, the foam is crumbling or the springs have gone, that's repair work, and we'll say so honestly rather than clean it anyway.

Yes, as long as the seat is fabric. Kitchen stools and bar stools are cleaned the same way as dining chairs, in a batch, with care around the frames.

It depends on the number of pieces, their size, the fabric and how soiled they are. A set of dining chairs is priced differently from a single armchair or a headboard. Send a photo of each piece and we'll give you a clear price before anything is booked.

Yes. Dust and hair are vacuumed out of the buttons and folds first, then the fabric is cleaned with low moisture, panel by panel, with extra care around the buttons.

Most fixed fabric seating can be cleaned in place, including kitchen benches and window-seat cushions. Send a photo so we can check the fabric and access before we come.

Yes. Mesh backs are cleaned lightly so they don't stretch, and the fabric seats are cleaned like any other upholstery. Office chairs are usually done in batches.

Usually it can be lightened a lot. Foundation and mascara are oily, so they're pre-treated before cleaning. Strong pigments on light fabric can leave a faint trace.

Sometimes, with care. Old stuffing, fragile fabric and old dyes can all make wet cleaning risky. We'll look first, and if a chair needs a specialist restorer, we'll tell you rather than risk it.

More often than the sofa, especially with young children at the table. Many families have them done whenever the carpets are cleaned. See how often to clean upholstery.