Velvet Fabric
To clean: To combat dust, it helps to sweep or vacuum your velvet furniture on a regular basis to prevent buildup. A gentle bristle attachment on your vacuum will prevent scraping and denting in the fabric. Mild creases can be removed with a steamer. Never iron velvet.
Treat stains: Stains on velvet can be gently removed with an absorbent towel. Blot the area alternating between damp and dry towels and dry towels until the stain has lifted or lessened. Do not rub staining liquids into velvet. This keeps the stain from working its way deep into the velvet pile, where it becomes harder to remove.
To maintain: Avoid prolonged contact with bare skin or bare heads as the natural oils in human skin and hair create noticeable dark spots on velvet over time.
Boucle
Boucle is a heavy fabric that is made of looped yarn and is highly textured. This high-fashion fabric is luxurious and soft.
To clean: Vacuum the upholstery moving it from left to right in short, overlapping lines.
Treat stains: Dab away any excess liquid immediately. Use a clean, damp cloth to dab and lift away any stains. Do not rub a stain in or push it further into the fabric. Use a soft, clean cloth, a natural sponge, or a soft-bristle brush with a mild solution of soapy water. Avoid a continuous back-and-forth motion and move from the edge of the stain toward the center.
For stubborn stains, use an upholstery spot-cleaning product and follow the directions on the label. Be sure to remove any solution by dabbing the area with a clean, damp cloth or sponge. Vacuum with the upholstery brush attachment once dry to restore original texture.
