How to improve the durability of your living room sofa? Sofa manufacturers share maintenance tips

Improving the durability of your living room sofa not only prolongs its lifespan, but also ensures that it maintains a good appearance and comfort during daily use. Boshen Furniture, as a sofa manufacturer with professional manufacturing experience since 2018, focuses on the design, development, production and marketing of sofas, recliners, lift chairs, sofa beds and office chairs, and has accumulated a lot of knowledge about the durability and maintenance of sofas. Here are some maintenance tips shared by Boshen Furniture to help improve the durability of your sofa:

1. Regular cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning is the most basic measure to maintain the durability and appearance of your sofa. Choose the appropriate cleaning method according to the material of the sofa:

Fabric sofa: Use a vacuum cleaner to regularly clean dust and debris from the surface of the sofa. For stains that are difficult to clean, you can use a special fabric cleaner to treat it, and avoid using too much water to avoid wetting the lining material.
Leather sofa: Leather materials need to be wiped regularly with a soft cloth and maintained with leather care oil to prevent the leather from drying and cracking. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or near heat sources to prevent leather fading and cracking.
Imitation leather sofas: Similar to leather sofas, imitation leather sofas need to be cleaned regularly, wipe with a soft damp cloth, and avoid strong pulling.

2. Avoid direct sunlight and humid environments
Direct sunlight and humid environments will accelerate the aging of sofa materials, especially leather and fabric sofas. Boshen Furniture recommends placing the sofa in a location that avoids direct sunlight and keeping the living room ventilated to avoid moisture accumulation. Prolonged high temperature and humidity can cause the sofa fabric to fade, deform or mold, thereby reducing the durability of the sofa.

3. Rotate the cushions and backrests regularly
The cushions and backrests of many sofas can be flipped or adjusted. Boshen Furniture recommends flipping the cushions and backrests regularly, so that the use pressure can be evenly distributed to avoid deformation of a certain part due to long-term pressure. For some sofas, the hardness of the cushions can be adjusted to improve comfort and extend their service life.

4. Check the sofa frame and structure
The sofa frame is the core of its durability. Boshen Furniture's products usually use solid wood or metal frames, which can withstand long-term use without deformation. Check the stability of the sofa frame regularly, especially on the movable parts (such as adjustable sofa beds), to ensure that there are no loose or damaged parts. If the frame is found to be loose, it can be repaired with special tools to avoid greater damage.

5. Avoid excessive weight and intense friction
The durability of the living room sofa is closely related to the user's use. Boshen Furniture reminds consumers to avoid using the sofa as a place to carry excessive weight, and not to do intense friction exercises (such as violent jumping and bouncing) on ​​the sofa. This improper use will not only affect the appearance of the sofa, but may also damage the internal structure and cause unnecessary wear and tear.

6. Choose durable materials and styles
When buying a sofa, choosing high-quality fabrics and construction methods can greatly improve the durability of the sofa. Boshen Furniture offers a variety of durable and adaptable material options, such as high-density foam cushions, anti-wear fabrics and high-quality leather. For consumers with children or pets at home, you can choose more wear-resistant and stain-resistant fabrics to reduce the difficulty of daily maintenance.

7. Appropriate protective measures
For fabric sofas, you can use sofa covers or protective pads to prevent daily wear and stains. These protective measures can effectively extend the service life of the sofa surface, especially in a home environment with children or pets, to prevent the sofa from excessive scratches and stains.