It's no mystery that fabrics left out in the elements collect grime faster. This is why cleanliness is especially important for awnings, boat covers, patio furniture, and other related projects that often require deep cleaning for tough stains. Even indoor furniture like upholstered chairs and sofas accumulate dirt from frequent use - whether it's food stains, pet messes, or an accidental spill of red wine. Some fabrics can be cleaned with a DIY water and bleach cleaning solution, but often a specially formulated cleaning product is your best option for stain removal or to generally freshen the fabric. Protect your investment by keeping fabrics well maintained.
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The best fabric cleaners provide effective but gentle cleaning power. Whether you're looking for a deep cleaning solution to remove tough stains or a simple spot clean, the products listed below will get the job done. Read on for recommended upholstery cleaners and other fabric cleaners by brand or project.
The following brands are some of the best fabric cleaners on the market for performance fabrics, sofas, outdoor cushions, marine fabric, awning fabric, and more. Read more about each brand and the products they offer.
The following brands are some of the best fabric cleaners on the market for performance fabrics, sofas, outdoor cushions, marine fabric, awning fabric, and more. Read more about each brand and the products they offer.
The best all-purpose cleaners for hard surfaces are usually compatible for use with multiple materials. Whether you need a quick polish or thorough rust removal, the multi-surface cleaners below offer a solution. Keep reading for the best multi-purpose cleaners by brand or material.
The following brands are some of the best multi-surface cleaners on the market for plastics, metals, and more. Read more about each brand and the products they offer.
Certain cleanings solutions are developed for use with specific kinds of hard surfaces and other materials. Here are the cleaners we recommend for the following cleaning projects.
Certain cleanings solutions are developed for use with specific kinds of hard surfaces and other materials. Here are the cleaners we recommend for the following cleaning projects.
Depending on the formula, different cleaners cover different surface areas. See below to find coverage for several of the most widely used cleaning products.
- 303 Multi-Surface Cleaner covers 20–35 sq. ft. per 16 oz. (this may vary, depending on the surface)
- 303 Fabric Guard covers 600–800 sq. ft. per gallon
Some stains, soils, and marks are more difficult to remove than others. See below for tips and tricks on cleaning processes to overcoming some common cleaning obstacles.
- Always remove dirt and debris from fabric before cleaning
- Blot (don’t rub) liquid spills with a clean, dry cloth
- Always wear gloves and clean in a well-ventilated area
- Always follow instructions provided for each cleaning product
- If you're unsure if a cleaning product is compatible, test the cleaner on a small area of the fabric first
- 303 products should not be used on Strataglass or CrystalClear clear vinyl
- Use of any cleaner or polish product other than IMAR Strataglass Protective Cleaner and Polish voids the Strataglass factory warranty
- Protectant products will not repair already existing damage
The purpose of this guide is to give fabricators some general guidelines and product information.
This guide should not be considered as the sole source of information on cleaners. This guide is strictly informational.
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