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Should I Clean Fabric in Newington After a Water Leak?

3/2/2022 (Permalink)

Pipe Leak Water leaks can ruin drywall in your home. Call SERVPRO for professional water damage restoration.

SERVPRO Cleans Drapes and Upholstery in Newington

After being away from your Newington home for a few days, finding a leak may leave you wondering what you should address first when you begin the restoration process. An unattended water leak from an upstairs bathroom may damage everything from your drywall to your textiles, including your curtains and upholstered furniture.

Should I Work on Spot Removal Before or After Technicians Clean the Fabric?

When dealing with your water-damaged Newington home, spot-checking fabric might be the furthest thing from your mind. However, it is essential first to check and treat heavily soiled areas or spots. Even before spot treating, technicians pretest the surface to make sure the dye does not run, and the upholstery or drapery fabric can sustain cleaning without damage. If the material is sensitive to water, technicians use a cleaning solution like Solvent Spotter, and if it is not sensitive, they typically use SpotER or Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner. Our restoration specialists may also vacuum the surfaces to remove any dry soils before treating with solvents.

What Are Some Things to Remember About Cleaning Upholstery and Drapery?

  • To protect nearby areas and furniture, use a tarp for protection. 
  • It is critical to identify the type of fiber and remember that no two fabrics require precisely the same cleaning. 
  • Technicians have a variety of techniques to choose from, ranging from mild to aggressive when heavily soiled.
  • Allow proper dwell time to ensure adequate cleaning action. 
  • Rinse using clear water or SERVPRO's specially formulated Fabric Rinse and Color Set. 

Our home specialists take great care in restoring your curtains and upholstered furniture. If the cleanup also requires cleaning rugs and carpets, our technicians wait until the area is completely dry before repositioning your furniture.

For 24/7 assistance after a water leak, contact SERVPRO of Newington / Central Hartford at (860) 667-9191. We make it, "Like it never even happened."

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