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Upholstery Cleaning in New York

Sofas, chairs and headboards are cleaned in your home, with the method set by the fabric code.

  • Fabric codes and what they allow
  • The in-home process
  • Drying times
  • Typical pricing by piece
Upholstery cleaning tool on a grey fabric sofa

How Upholstery Cleaning Works

What a proper job involves, in order.

In your home

  1. Step 1

    Fabric check

    The manufacturer code (W, S, WS or X) decides whether water-based or solvent cleaning is safe.

  2. Step 2

    Dry soil removal

    Vacuuming first removes loose soil, crumbs and pet hair.

  3. Step 3

    Pre-treatment

    Arms, headrests and spots are treated where body oils and stains concentrate.

  4. Step 4

    Cleaning

    Hot-water extraction or low-moisture cleaning, matched to the fabric code.

  5. Step 5

    Drying

    Airflow speeds drying; most pieces are usable within a few hours.

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What Upholstery Cleaning Costs

What Upholstery Cleaning Costs
ItemTypical range
Priced per pieceSofa, loveseat, armchair, dining chairsQuoted by size and fabric
Stain protectionQuoted as an add-on
Minimum job chargeVaries by company

Most companies price upholstery per piece rather than per square foot, so ask for the all-in total for every item.

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What Affects the Price

  1. Fabric type and code
  2. Size and number of cushions
  3. Soil level and body oils
  4. Pet hair and odors
  5. Stain protection

Ask Before You Book

  • What does the fabric code allow?
  • Will you clean cushion covers in place?
  • How long until we can sit on it?
  • Is stain protection included or extra?

Ask every company to price the same scope in writing, then compare the all-in totals.

Find Companies for This Service

Compare companies serving your borough, then request written quotes.

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Upholstery Cleaning — FAQs

How long does upholstery take to dry?

Usually a few hours with good airflow. Low-moisture methods dry faster than hot-water extraction.

Can all stains be removed?

Many can be reduced or removed, but dye stains, bleach and sun fading are often permanent.

Is it safe for delicate fabrics?

It depends on the code. "S" fabrics need solvent cleaning, and "X" fabrics should only be vacuumed.