Can leather be cleaned the same way?

No — leather is cleaned and conditioned, never extracted. Water-based cleaning on leather strips the finish, so say which you have when you post.

That is exactly why a hidden section is tested first. Some older or unusual fabrics cannot be wet-cleaned, and it is better to find that out on a patch behind the skirt than on the front.

Does it get pet smells out?

Usually yes, because the odour sits in the padding rather than the surface, and extraction reaches it. Long-standing urine in the foam is the hard case, and does not always clear fully.

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Sofa Cleaning in Ireland

A sofa takes more daily wear than any other piece of furniture in the house, and it shows first on the arms and the seat backs, where hands and heads go. Fabric upholstery is cleaned by hot-water extraction; leather needs a different process entirely. Getting that wrong is what ruins a suite, so the fabric is tested on a hidden section before any work starts.

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What’s included

Fabric sofas, armchairs and corner suites
Leather cleaning and conditioning
Arms, headrests and seat cushions
Stain and spot treatment
Pet hair and odour removal
Fabric test on a hidden section before starting

Why request sofa cleaning through Connect Cleaner

Lifts the greyed look off arms and headrests
Removes pet and food odours held in the padding
Far cheaper than reupholstering or replacing
Dry enough to use again within hours

Available across all 26 counties

We connect you with local sofa cleaning providers in every county in Ireland.

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Frequently asked questions

Can leather be cleaned the same way?: No — leather is cleaned and conditioned, never extracted. Water-based cleaning on leather strips the finish, so say which you have when you post.
Will the colour run?: That is exactly why a hidden section is tested first. Some older or unusual fabrics cannot be wet-cleaned, and it is better to find that out on a patch behind the skirt than on the front.
Does it get pet smells out?: Usually yes, because the odour sits in the padding rather than the surface, and extraction reaches it. Long-standing urine in the foam is the hard case, and does not always clear fully.