Stain on a sofa: the right first steps

Coffee, juice, sauce, a pen mark: stains happen quickly, and the first minutes matter. Here is a cautious routine that works for most fabrics.

What to do

• Remove the excess with a spoon or a sheet of paper towel, without spreading it.
• Blot with a clean cloth, preferably white, working from the edge towards the centre of the stain.
• Move to a clean part of the cloth as soon as it picks up the stain, so you do not put it back.
• If the label allows it (code W or WS), lightly dampen with lukewarm water, without soaking.

What to avoid

• Rubbing hard: it damages fibres and spreads the stain.
• Pouring lots of water: moisture seeps into the foam and can leave marks or odours.
• Mixing several household products.
• Using a hair dryer: heat can set some stains.

Always test first

Whatever the product, try it first on a discreet area (under a cushion, at the back) and let it dry to check that the colour does not change.

When to call a professional

Old stains, large areas, leather, velvet or delicate fabric: avoid repeated attempts, which can make treatment harder. Send us a photo instead; we will tell you what is realistic, without promising that a stain will disappear completely.

When everyday care is no longer enough, the Happy Stay team can take over: discover our sofa and armchair cleaning service in Agadir.