So, you have just received your brand-new SOUL sofa, or you are trying to decide on the best fabric for your lifestyle, and you may be asking yourself:
“How do I look after it?”
Here is a comprehensive guide on cleaning and maintaining your sofa, from cushion care to fabric and leather maintenance.
To get the best from your sofa, it helps to understand what it is made of.
This includes:
Your sofa will be filled with a specific type of Comfort filler, which you will have tried and chosen in our showroom.
These Comfort fillers are made from high-resilience polyurethane cold foam, surrounded by high-quality padding that varies depending on your chosen comfort level.
All fabrics have different care instructions depending on the material they are made from.
Our loose covers are machine washable and come with washing instructions. However, we would still advise using a laundrette to ensure the best clean.
Fabric names: Evita, Eros, Divine, Celine, Velvety
Our Efficiency Fabrics are eco-friendly, durable, and easy to clean. The fabric is double woven for improved durability and treated to create an extra-soft finish.
The production process is also optimised to be more eco-friendly.
Fabric names: Evita, Eros, Gianni
Our Easy Care Fabrics are made using high-quality polyolefin and polyester, making them highly resistant to wear and tear.
They are also soft to the touch thanks to high-speed tumbling during the production process.
These fabrics work by slowly absorbing liquids and dirt, giving you time to clean up accidents before they settle deeply into the fabric.
If you want a fabric sofa but are worried about claws, fur, or stains, we have options for you.
We carry pet-friendly fabrics on selected sofas, designed to be:
After years of experience, we have also found that velvet is extremely durable when it comes to claws, thanks to its lack of a pronounced weave.
Semi-Aniline Leather and Corrected Leather are also safe choices for homes with pets, as they are easy to wipe clean and do not trap odours or hair.
For sustainability reasons, our manufacturer does not chemically treat our fabrics to repel liquids.
Scotchgard is a chemical treatment that can be added to fabrics to help repel liquids. While our fabrics are not treated this way during manufacturing, there are companies that can provide this service separately.
They will need to know the fabric composition in order to treat it properly.
Leather is famous for its durability and the way it develops character as it ages. It is also practical, as it is easy to wipe clean and does not trap odours or hair.
However, different types of leather need different levels of care.
Leather names: Grizzly, Western, Bergamo, Jesolo, Nappa, Sorrento, Sauvage
Aniline leather is a premium leather treated with transparent, soluble dyes. This preserves the hide’s natural pores, markings, and texture, creating a soft and supple finish that ages beautifully over time.
Because it has minimal surface treatment, Aniline leather is more prone to stains and scratches. It is the leather type that needs the most care.
Leather names: Meno, Vesuvino, Bolzano, Fantasy, Zero, California
Semi-Aniline Leather is dyed through and treated with a protective layer, making it more resistant to stains and scratches.
It is also very comfortable, as it feels less cold in winter and less sticky in summer compared to Aniline leather.
This is one of the best leather options for homes with children and/or pets.
Nubuck is a lightly ground hide with open pores and natural markings.
These marks give each hide its own character, which becomes even more beautiful as it ages.
Our Nubuck is treated to increase resistance to spills and stains. This treatment usually lasts around 2 years.
Leather name: Naturelle
Corrected leather has had natural marks ground away and a protective coating applied. An artificial texture is then embossed into the surface.
This leather requires the least maintenance and is resistant to spills and stains, making it an ideal choice for homes with children and/or pets.
By following these simple care and maintenance guidelines, you can keep your SOUL sofa looking beautiful, comfortable, and welcoming for years to come.
Whether you choose fabric, velvet, or leather, the right cleaning routine will help your sofa age well and remain a centrepiece in your home.
Written by:
Megan Kiernan
Junior Interior Designer