If you cant locate the couchs tags, the manufacturers website should also have this information available.

How Often Should You Wash Couch Cushion Covers?

The general recommendation is to wash your couchs cushion covers at least once or twice a year.

Couch cushion cover being washed by hand.

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However, households with small kids or pets may need to wash their covers more frequently.

Couch covers can be easily washed and are far more affordable to replace if needed.

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Enzymatic cleaners are recommended forremoving urine stainsfrom fabric.

They can be cleaned in a standard washing machine in just a few steps.

However, there are a couple of ways you might still lightly clean your non-machine-washable cushion covers at home.

Luckily,cleaning a leather couchat home is simple using a leather cleaner and conditioner.

Machine-washable couch cushion covers should be turned inside out before washing.

This helps to protect the colors and the fabric from damage.

Couch cushions without removable covers can be spot-cleaned or cleaned with an upholstery cleaner.

Always check the couchs manufacturer tags before cleaning to determine which products are safe for the fabric.