How to Clean Fabric Headboards?

I agree with the methods that Manav provided on how do you clean a fabric headboard. They are really effective. However, the cleaning process will depend on the type of dirt. If you want to remove dry dust, use a soft brush. If you want to get rid of a bad smell, use baking soda. Finally, to clean stains on the fabric headboards, use an upholstery cleaner. Learn about all these three processes next.

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How to Clean Headboard Fabric?

3 easy ways to clean fabric headboard are:

• Use a Soft Brush: Gently brush the headboard with a soft-bristled brush to remove any loose dirt, dust, or hair. This method is useful to get rid of dry dirt and dust, helping to keep the fabric fresh without damaging it.

• Upholstery Cleaner: You can also apply a fabric-safe upholstery cleaner directly to a clean, damp cloth, then blot any stains or dirty spots on the headboard. But be sure to test the cleaner on a hidden area first to ensure it won’t discolour the fabric. After treating the stains, let the area air-dry thoroughly.

• Baking Soda: Sprinkle baking soda generously over the fabric headboard to absorb odours and moisture. Allow it to sit for a few hours, then gently brush or wipe off the baking soda. This method helps to refresh the fabric and eliminate any unpleasant smells.

These are some other methods on how to clean a cloth headboard. If I come to learn about other methods, I will surely share them with you.

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Fabric headboards look elegant but if not cleaned regularly, the stains get hard to remove. Initially, I called professional cleaners but after getting an idea about how to clean fabric headboards, I did it myself. I make a cleaning solution using mild detergent and water and would love to share the entire process here.

How to Clean a Cloth Headboard?

Here is my suggestion on how to clean upholstered headboard:

Mild detergent and water solution

This is perhaps the simplest process you can follow to clean the fabric headboard. At first-

• Mix a mild detergent with water

• Then dip a clean cloth in the solution

• Now gently blot the stains but avoid rubbing so that the stain does not spread

This is how to clean cloth headboard using easily available items at home. Some other methods you can implement are:

Vacuum Regularly

Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to remove dust and debris from the fabric headboard. This will work perfectly if the headboard is dirty due to dust. If it has some kind of stain, just vacuuming might not be helpful. 

Steam Clean

You can also use a handheld steam cleaner to deep clean the fabric. Just make sure that the fabric is suitable for steam cleaning and follow the instructions mentioned.

You can also use some cleaning solution but I will suggest you try it on a small area first and check whether the solution is too hard or not.

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