Removing nail polish stains on your couch is easier said than done. While challenging, this task is not impossible either. Find out the tips and tricks that you can use to remove nail polish stains from this piece of furniture.
Nail Polish Stain Removal
The appearance of nail polish stains on your sofa can lower its aesthetic value. For whatever reason, if you have spilled nail polish on your sofa, the first thing you need to do is refer to the care label permit on it. This is true when you have fabric upholstery on your couch. Make sure you use a stain treatment that is suited for the type of fabric used.
Leather and suede are two of the most common types of materials used in upholstery. If you have this type of couch, then you should know the proper ways to remove stains caused by nail polish.
An important thing to note is to never use bleach to get rid of nail polish stains. If you do this, it could end up damaging your couch. Instead, you can use the following items to remove the stain:
- Non-acetone nail polish remover
- Cotton swab or ball
- Clean cloth
Use the cotton ball or swab to absorb a substantial amount of the non-acetone nail polish remover. Use your own judgment as to how much you need according to the size of the stained surface. Blot the stained surface with the nail polish remover cleaning solution. Continue to dab at the area until you see that the stain is gone. Clean off the residue from the stain by soaking a clean cloth in warm water and dabbing it on the area.
Cleaning Nail Polish Stains in a Suede Couch
If you stained a suede couch, you will need a different approach to removing the stains. Gather the following items: baking soda, toothbrush, cotton balls, cloth, suede brush, and rubbing alcohol.
Sprinkle baking soda over the stain to absorb it. Leave that for a few minutes and then use a toothbrush to gently scrub the stain. This will help to remove any of the stains that have been absorbed by the powder. If after that, there are still remnants of the stain, use a cotton ball and soak it in rubbing alcohol. Blot it over the polish stain until it is gone. You can brush the area to ensure that it is stain-free.
Cleaning Nail Polish Stains in a Leather Couch
If you have a leather couch, you can use rubbing alcohol to clean off the stain. Pour some rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball. Blot the area with the alcohol-infused cotton ball. You can also use hairspray as an alternative to rubbing alcohol. Make sure you blot the cotton and not rub it on the area; otherwise, you could spread the stain.
Another cleaning option for a leather couch is to use a dish soap solution. Add a few drops of the dish soap in water and pour it onto a container. Apply a small amount of the solution to the stained surface. Use a soft cloth to wipe it clean after.
If you spilled nail polish on another surface along with your couch, here’s a simple guide on cleaning nail polish off every fabric.
