Lesson 1Smell removal steps: enzyme cleaners for organic smells, baking soda use and vacuum, activated carbon spots, airing plansThis part handles smell removal for sofas hit by pets, spills, and family life. You will use enzyme cleaners, baking soda, activated carbon, with air plans to kill and stop smells coming back in busy homes.
Identify odor sources and odor hotspotsApply enzymatic cleaners to organic soilsUse baking soda and vacuum after dwellPlace activated carbon near odor zonesIncrease airflow and cross-ventilationReassess and repeat targeted treatmentsLesson 2Deep cleaning removable covers: suggested soap types, wash heat guide, drying ways to stop shrinkingLearn to deep clean removable sofa covers safely by picking right soaps, setting wash heats, and drying to avoid shrink, colour fade, fibre harm, and bad fit on cushions in local machines.
Check care labels and fiber content firstSelect pH-appropriate liquid detergentsSet safe wash temperatures by fabric typeUse mesh bags and gentle spin cyclesFlat-dry or line-dry to prevent shrinkageSteam touch-up and refit after dryingLesson 3Pre-treating food and protein stains: blotting, enzyme sprays, oil/grease fix with solvent spotters, test firstKnow how to pre-treat new food and protein stains safely. You will blot, pick enzyme sprays, handle oily bits with solvent spotters, and test hidden spots before full use on family sofas.
Identify protein, tannin, and oil componentsBlot excess soil without aggressive rubbingApply enzyme pre-sprays with dwell timeUse solvent spotters for oily residuesTest products on inconspicuous areasRinse and neutralize after pre-treatmentLesson 4Pet hair and dirt removal: step vacuum with pet tool, rake use, lint roller endMaster fast pet hair and dirt pull using pet tool, rake, lint rollers. You will set tools, vacuum paths, safe stir, and end passes to leave fabric clean without harm in pet homes.
Pre-vacuum with crevice and dusting toolsUse motorized pet tool with correct settingsWork in overlapping passes along grainLoosen embedded hair with upholstery rakeDetail seams and buttons with hand toolsFinish with lint roller on high-contact zonesLesson 5General wet-clean way for fabric upholstery: low-wet pull vs hand-scrub, mix and stir best, avoid too wetLearn a general wet-clean way for fabric upholstery, comparing low-wet pull and hand-scrub. Focus on right mix, controlled stir, wet limits to stop browning, shrink, and smells on everyday sofas.
Assess fabric for safe wet-cleaning limitsMix detergents at correct dilutionsChoose extraction or hand-scrub methodAgitate gently with suitable brushesControl moisture and avoid overwettingPerform thorough rinse and dry passesLesson 6Drying, reshaping cushions, post-clean care: air flow spots, guard foam insides, groom fabric feelFind best ways for drying and reshaping cushions after clean. Learn air spots, foam guard, fabric groom, and post-care to keep comfort, look, and long life in active Namibian homes.
Extract maximum moisture before dryingPosition fans for even airflowProtect and realign foam cushion coresHand-shape cushions while still dampGroom fabric nap with soft brushesApply fabric-safe conditioners if neededLesson 7Check list for Apartment A: removable cushion checks, pet hair hot spots, food stain spots, smell mappingUse a set check list for Apartment A. You will check removable cushions, find pet hair spots, name food stains, map smells, and note for client talk and later steps in family settings.
Confirm all removable covers and zippersCheck seams and crevices for pet hairIdentify food, drink, and ink stainsMap odor intensity across sofa zonesPhotograph pre- and post-clean resultsRecord recommendations for the clientLesson 8Care and client tips for families with pets and kids: vacuum often, quick stain act, washable covers, pet groom to cut hairThis explains coaching families with pets and kids on daily and weekly sofa care, like vacuum routines, fast spill response, washable covers, and pet groom to cut hair, dust, smells.
Set weekly and monthly vacuuming routinesTeach clients fast spill and stain responseRecommend durable, washable cover fabricsAdvise on pet grooming to reduce sheddingCreate kid-friendly sofa use rulesProvide a simple written care scheduleLesson 9Prep and guard: guard floors and near furniture, drop cloths, move cushions to air spot, keep pets and kids safePrep work area to guard floors, walls, near furniture before clean. You will use drop cloths, move cushions to air zones, keep pets and kids away from chemicals and gear safely.
Walk the area and identify risk zonesLay drop cloths and protect hard floorsCover nearby furniture and electronicsMove cushions to a safe ventilated areaSecure pets and children away from workSet up chemical and tool staging areaLesson 10Spot removal for old stains: controlled oxi boosters use and repeat testsLook at ways to remove set stains using controlled oxidizers. Learn when oxi are right, test, layer, watch colour change, stop before harming fibre or dye on fabric sofas.
Confirm stain type and fabric sensitivityChoose suitable oxygen-based boostersPerform colorfastness tests before useApply in thin, controlled layersAllow dwell, then rinse and reassessKnow when to stop to avoid damage
