Lesson 1Smell Removal Steps: Enzyme Cleaners for Organic Smells, Baking Soda Use and Vacuuming, Activated Carbon Placing, Airing WaysThis covers smell removal for sofas hit by pets, spills, and family use. You will apply enzyme cleaners, baking soda, and activated carbon, with air flow ways to kill and stop repeating smells in Ugandan 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 Avoid ShrinkingLearn how to deep clean removable sofa covers safely by picking right soaps, setting correct wash heat, and using drying ways that stop shrinking, colour loss, fibre spoilage, and bad fit on cushions in Uganda.
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 Pre-Sprays, Oil/Grease Treatment with Solvent Spotters, Testing FirstUnderstand how to pre-treat fresh food and protein stains safely. You will practice blotting, picking enzyme pre-sprays, handling oily bits with solvent spotters, and always testing hidden spots before full use in local settings.
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 Debris Removal: Step-by-Step Vacuuming with Motor Pet Tool, Upholstery Rake Use, Lint Roller FinishMaster quick pet hair and debris removal using motor pet tool, upholstery rake, and lint rollers. You will learn tool setup, vacuum patterns, safe shaking, and finish passes that leave fabric clean without spoilage in Uganda.
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-Cleaning Way for Fabric Upholstery: Low-Damp Extraction vs Hand-Scrub Way, Mixing and Shaking Best Ways, Avoiding Too Much WetLearn a general wet-cleaning way for fabric upholstery, comparing low-damp extraction and hand-scrub approaches. Focus on right mixing, controlled shaking, and damp limits to avoid browning, shrinking, and smells in Ugandan climates.
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, and After-Clean Conditioning: Air Flow Placing, Protecting Foam Cores, Grooming Fabric NapFind best ways for drying and reshaping cushions after cleaning. Learn air flow placing, protecting foam cores, grooming fabric nap, and applying after-clean conditioning to keep comfort, look, and long life in Uganda.
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 Spotting, Smell MappingUse a structured check list made for Apartment A. You will check removable cushions, find pet hair hot spots, spot food and drink stains, map smell sources, and record for client talk and follow-up in Uganda.
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 Advice for Families with Pets and Kids: How Often to Vacuum, Quick Stain Action, Washable Covers, Pet Grooming Tips to Cut HairThis explains how to guide families with pets and kids on daily and weekly sofa care, including vacuum routines, fast spill response, picking washable covers, and pet grooming habits that cut hair, dander, and smells in Uganda.
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 Protection: Protecting Floors and Nearby Furniture, Using Drop Cloths, Moving Cushions to Airy Area, Keeping Pets and Kids SafePrepare work area to protect floors, walls, and nearby furniture before cleaning. You will use drop cloths, move cushions to airy zones, and keep pets and kids away from chemicals and tools safely in Ugandan homes.
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 Use of Oxidizers (Oxi Boosters) and Repeat TestingLook at ways to remove old stains using controlled oxidizers. Learn when oxidizers fit, how to test, layer uses, watch colour change, and stop treatment before spoiling fibre or dye in local fabrics.
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
