Lipstick Stain Removal from Upholstery

Getting a lipstick stain on your shirt or on a scarf is not that much of a big deal as they can be easy laundered. But having them on the non washable surface is something to worry about as lipstick stains on your sofa or armchair seem to be quite difficult to remove. Despite that fact, you should be aware that cleaning up lipstick from upholstery can be an easy task if you start treating it immediately. But you need to be familiar with some tips, first. Here they are.

The first step is to get some toothpaste and apply it to a clean cloth. The professional upholstery cleaners advise to use non-abrasive cloth or a soft sponge to avoid causing damages to the fabric. Scrub the affected area with the cloth to remove the stain.

If the lipstick has dried, you will need to get a plastic knife or spoon. Remove as much as you can. Then, apply some lighter fluid onto a clean cloth and scrub the affected area. That will help you remove the stain.

If you don’t manage to get rid of the stain by following the above steps, you should use some alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is very suitable in this case. It can remove lipstick very effectively.

Apply a small amount of it on a small cloth and rub the stain. Then, rinse with a wet cloth.

Another useful way to remove lipstick from upholstery includes using hairspray. Spray it onto the affected area and let it stay for 5-10 minutes. Then, remove it along with the lipstick, using a clean cloth.

If you follow the above tips cleaning lipstick from your upholstery will not be any problem for you. If you don’t have enough time for that or are not able to remove those stubborn lipstick stains from your upholstery, you can always call some professional cleaning company. Hiring a Professional Upholstery Cleaning Hobart would be a nice option.