It's generally recommended to have your upholstery professionally cleaned once every 12 to 18 months. However, households with heavy use, pets, or children may require more frequent cleaning, such as every six months.
Between deep cleans, it's advisable to perform quicker, surface cleanings every 3-4 weeks to maintain the cleanliness of your couch cushions and upholstery.
Vacuum your couch cushions at least once a week, especially for households with pets and small children, to remove dirt, dust, and allergens.
Leather couches should be conditioned at least once every other year to keep them soft. Additionally, using a leather cleaner and conditioner every six months for cushions exposed to sunlight helps maintain their suppleness.
Fabric upholstery should be cleaned based on the cleaning codes provided on the furniture tags. Regular vacuuming and spot cleaning are essential for maintaining fabric couches, with machine washing possible for removable covers.
The frequency of cleaning your couch can also depend on your lifestyle, the color of the fabric, and the level of use. Light-colored fabrics may require more frequent cleaning compared to dark-colored ones, and households with children and pets may need more regular cleaning.