How to Clean Crushed Velvet
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Always test your cleaning materials before use.sofa image by Dmitry Nikolaev from Fotolia.com
Remove any superficial dirt using the brush attachment of the vacuum. Do this gently and carefully. Cover or remove any metal attachments before applying any cleaning agents. Mix 1/2 tsp. of natural dishwater detergent with water. Always test this on a piece of superfluous material before applying to the garment or piece of furniture. - 2). Gently apply the suds only to the area you want to clean, rubbing in with a brush in the direction of the nap. Do not use a lot of water, as this will damage the crushed velvet effect. Using a cloth, apply just a little water to rinse off the detergent and blot between each application with the piece of absorbent white cloth.
- 3). Allow the garment or piece of furniture to dry thoroughly before brushing with a brass velvet brush. Alternatively, use a dry cleaning solution, following the instructions carefully. Steam the garment afterwards, using a travel-size steamer and hang to dry. Do not disturb for 24 hours.
