Lesson 1Odor removal protocol: enzymatic cleaners for organic odors, baking soda application and vacuuming, activated carbon placement, airing strategiesCovers smell pull for sofas hit by pets, spills, and family life. Apply enzyme cleans, bicarb, and carbon, with air ways to kill and stop repeat whiffs in bustling spaces.
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: recommended detergent types, wash temperature guidance, drying methods to avoid shrinkageLearn deep clean loose sofa covers safely by picking right soaps, setting wash heats, and dry ways stopping shrink, colour loss, fibre harm, and bad cushion fits.
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-treatment of food and protein stains: blotting, enzyme pre-sprays, oil/grease treatment using solvent-based spotters, testing firstGrasp pre-treat fresh food and protein stains safely. Practice dabbing, enzyme sprays, oily bits with solvent spotters, and test hidden first before full go.
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 motorized pet tool, upholstery rake use, lint roller finishingMaster quick pet fluff and bits pull using motor pet tool, cloth rake, and rollers. Learn setup, vac patterns, safe stir, and end passes leaving cloth clean sans harm.
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 method for fabric upholstery: low-moisture extraction vs. hand-scrub method, dilution and agitation best practices, avoiding overwettingLearn general wet clean for cloth upholstery, comparing low-wet pull and hand rub ways. Focus right mix, controlled stir, and wet limits to skip brown, shrink, and smells.
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 post-clean conditioning: airflow placement, protecting foam cores, grooming fabric napFind best dry and shape cushion ways post clean. Learn air spots, foam guard, cloth nap groom, and post condition to keep comfy, looks, and long life.
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 7Inspection checklist for Apartment A: removable cushion checks, pet hair hotspots, food stain identification, odor mappingUse set check list for Apartment A. Check loose cushions, pet fluff hot spots, food/drink stains, map smells, and note for client talk and follow-up.
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 8Maintenance and client advice specific to families with pets and children: frequency of vacuuming, immediate stain action, washable covers, pet grooming tips to reduce hairExplains coaching pet and kid families on daily/weekly sofa care, vac routines, quick spill hits, washable covers, and pet groom habits cutting fluff, skin bits, and 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 9Preparation and protection: protecting floors and nearby furniture, using drop cloths, moving cushions to ventilated area, securing pets and childrenPrep work spot to guard floors, walls, nearby stuff before clean. Use drop sheets, shift cushions to airy zones, keep pets and kids safe from chems and gear.
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 set-in stains: controlled use of oxidizers (oxi boosters) and repeat testingExplore ways to pull old stains using watched bleaches. Learn when fit, test, layer, watch colour change, stop before fibre or dye harm.
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
