ooking After Your Loose Cover
Life is full of those ‘whoops’ and ‘oh dear’ moments; that’s why some of our furniture models come with the option of Loose Covers. If you accidentally spill a glass of red wine on your Sofa upholstery, discover some unexpected muddy paw prints on your Seat Cushions or someone gets their sticky mitts all over your Loose Covers, they can simply be removed and popped in the washing machine, on a cool cycle and come out looking spick and span.
How to wash your loose covers at home:
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Step 1: Turn your Loose Covers, Back Cushion and Seat Cushion cases inside out.
Step 2: Put your Loose Covers, Back Cushion and Seat Cushion Cases into your washing machine. Depending on the size of the washing drum, you may need to separate the Cushion Cases from the larger Loose Covers. If this is the case, ensure you wash all Loose Covers and Casings on the same cycle, for the same amount of time, to avoid differences in Fabric tones.
Step 3: Choose the correct setting on your washing machine.
• Only use your preferred detergent to wash your Loose Covers.
• We recommend washing your Loose Covers and Cushion Cases on a delicate cycle (hand wash or wool).
• Select 30̊C and 400 revs spin (or lower).
• Do not use bleach, stain removers or lightening detergents.
• Do not use fabric conditioner.
• Do not spin dry.
• Do not tumble dry.
• Do not iron.
Step 4: Once your washing machine has finished its cycle, remove the Loose Covers and Cushion Cases.
Step 5: Holding each corner, shake your Loose Covers and Cushion Cases, gently stretching them along the seams to keep them tight. Repeat this for each Case and Cover. Do not squeeze or wring.
Step 6: Lay your Loose Covers and Cushion Cases on a flat surface to reduce creases; this way they will dry nice and evenly, reducing crease marks. Do not dry in sunlight.
Step 7: Your Loose Covers and Cushion Covers should be fitted back onto your Collins & Hayes Sofa when slightly damp. Once fitted, steam your covers and cases to reduce creases and give a perfectly pristine look.
Et voila! There you have it; perfectly washed Loose Covers that show no signs of muck and grime. If you’d prefer not to wash your Loose Covers at home, you can take them to your local dry cleaner and have them professionally cleaned - the choice is completely yours!
If you’re looking to mix up your living room style, you could purchase a few spare Covers and swap them as and when you feel like it. That way, you can pop a fresh set of Loose Covers on whilst your others are in the wash; it’ll feel like you have a brand-new Sofa every time you change your Loose Covers!