What are your best tips for protecting a light-colored upholstered couch from normal wear and tear?

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keepthetips t1_iydohmq wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:06 PM

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watkinobe t1_iydoxkj wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:09 PM

#814,381

Get a cover. There are plenty to choose from on Amazon.

NotAnAlreadyTakenID t1_iydq3nb wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:16 PM

#814,768

I really miss clear plastic divan covers.

litterboxhero t1_iydtj01 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:38 PM

#815,870

Replying to NotAnAlreadyTakenID (#814,768)

Fall asleep on a couch with a vinyl cover, and wake up in a pool of sweat.

NotAnAlreadyTakenID t1_iydtm6j wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:39 PM

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Replying to litterboxhero (#815,870)

So sticky!

fuzzyedges1974 t1_iydvf50 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 5:50 PM

#816,552

Go ahead and get your first stain on it. You’ll stop worrying about it then lol

IMakeMeLaugh t1_iydyls5 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 6:10 PM

#817,594

Replying to litterboxhero (#815,870)

Can’t afford a pool so this is the best I got

fromwayuphigh t1_iydyreh wrote on November 30, 2022 at 6:11 PM

#817,637

Replying to watkinobe (#814,381)

I came to say this. I ordered one myself less than two hours ago.

PRE2021 t1_iye5tr9 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 6:56 PM

#819,722

Spray w/Scotchgard fabric protectant (protects against fluids and stains) and drape a nice afghan/throw blanket over the back of it. Buy or make some arm rest covers asap since those seem to get the grungiest first and can easily be removed and thrown in w/laundry. A couple of throw pillows leaned against arms add a little decor as well as arm protection. Most couch seat cushions come w/zippered covers than can be removed and laundered, but you really don't want to do that very often- fabric can shrink and become discolored after washing. Vaccuum under cushions periodically- crazy the stuff that builds up under them! Try to limit food and beverages to dining area as much as reasonably possible. Of course most people enjoy snacks and drinks while watching tv, but better to eat that plate of spaghetti at the kitchen table- lol.