The Best Way to Clean Up Food Stains from Any Couch — Cleaning Tips from Kitchn

Whether you're throwing a party that gets a little rowdy or have a mishap while eating dinner in front of the television, every once in a while food is gonna drop on the couch. Unless you have the whole thing slipcovered in something you can pull off and throw into the washing machine, it can be tricky to remove stains thoroughly without getting water spots on the sofa. So, we spoke to cleaning expert Melissa Maker, author of Clean My Space, to figure out how to address these tricky stains.

"The key is to know what you're working with," says Maker. "Know what material your upholstery is made of, whether it's leather, cotton or linen, or microfiber." If you're not sure, look at the care tag as a guide. (Yes, your couch has one just like your new sweater!) Although the first steps are the same for any kind of upholstery, the way you treat the stain will depend on the material. Here's how to remove food stains from any couch.

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