Can I remove a red wine stain with salt?

Salt absorbs some liquid if you act in the first few seconds, but it doesn't remove the dye. If the stain has dried, salt won't help. Best to blot with paper towel without rubbing and call us.

Does baking soda work for cleaning the sofa?

It can absorb some surface odor and moisture, but it won't remove stains that have penetrated the fabric. Plus, if not fully removed, it leaves white residue that attracts more dirt.

How long does the sofa take to dry after treatment?

Between 3 and 5 hours under normal conditions. We use just enough water and extract the excess with the machine. Ventilating the room speeds it up.

Can professional cleaning damage the fabric?

Not if done correctly. Before starting, we identify the fabric type and test the product on a hidden area. Each fabric has its own protocol.

What should I do if I just spilled something on my sofa?

Blot the excess with paper towel without rubbing. Don't apply products. Don't scrub. If it's liquid, place paper on top and let it absorb. Call us and we'll tell you if you can wait or need quick action.

How much does it cost to remove a stain from a sofa?

It depends on the stain type, fabric, and sofa size. We usually clean the entire sofa, not just the stain, to avoid tone differences. Request a free quote.

Stain removal

Sofa stains: how to actually remove them

Coffee, wine, grease, marker, pet urine... Each stain needs a different approach. We explain what works and what doesn't.

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Why are sofa stains so hard to remove?

Sofa fabric absorbs liquids in seconds. Without proper treatment from the start, the stain penetrates into the padding and sets over time. Scrubbing with household products often makes things worse: it spreads the stain, damages the fiber, or leaves rings.

Old stains bond chemically to the fiber — water and soap alone won't work
Each fabric (microfiber, linen, cotton, leather) reacts differently to cleaning products
Rubbing spreads the stain and can damage the fabric weave
Supermarket products don't distinguish between stain types or fabric types
A poorly treated stain at home can become permanent

When should you call a professional?

Not every stain needs a professional. But there are situations where trying to clean at home can make the problem worse.

The stain has been there over 24 hours and has dried
You tried a household product and it left a bigger ring
It's an ink, red wine, or dried blood stain
The sofa is delicate fabric (silk, linen, velvet)
There are multiple old stains accumulated
The stain has reached the padding and smells

How we remove stains

Process tailored to each stain type and fabric

Stain diagnosis

We identify the stain source (organic, grease, dye, rust...) and fabric type. This determines which product and technique to use. Not all stains are treated the same way.

Targeted treatment

We apply the right pre-treatment for the stain type. Protein stains (blood, milk) need enzymes. Grease stains need specific solvents. Dye stains need controlled oxidizers.

Deep extraction

With a professional injection-extraction machine, we pull dissolved dirt from inside the upholstery. The sofa is cleaned down to the padding, not just the surface.

Why does professional cleaning work better?

We use enzymatic products and solvents not available to consumers — formulated for each stain type
The injection-extraction machine pulls dirt from inside the padding, not just the surface
We know which products are safe for each fabric — preventing discoloration and damage
We treat the stain without over-wetting the sofa — it dries in 3-4 hours, not days
After treatment, we can apply stain protector if requested

Results you can expect

Recent food and drink stains: full removal in 95% of cases
Grease stains: full or near-full removal, depends on how long they've been there
Pet urine stains: visually gone, and we eliminate the odor from the padding
Ink stains: significant reduction, full removal only in some cases
Old stains on light fabrics: visible improvement, but a faint shadow may remain
Water rings: full removal in virtually all cases

What other companies won't tell you

Not all stains come out 100%. Permanent ink, bleach, or textile dye stains sometimes can only be reduced. Very old stains on light fabrics may leave a shadow. We tell you upfront so you can decide with real information, not empty promises.

Types of stains we treat

Each stain has its own protocol

Food and drink stains

Coffee, wine, juice, chocolate, tomato sauce. Quick action is key to prevent the dye from setting.

Grease stains

Oil, butter, body lotion. These need specific solvents that won't damage the fabric.

Pet stains

Urine, vomit, mud. Beyond the visible stain, we neutralize the odor trapped in the padding.

Ink and marker stains

Ballpoint pen, permanent marker, paint. The hardest type: sometimes reduced but not 100% removed.

Blood stains

Fresh blood responds well to enzymatic treatment. Dried, old blood is trickier, especially on light fabrics.

Water rings and marks

Mineral deposits that leave marks when water dries. Removed with mild acids and even extraction.

FAQ about sofa stains

Service in Salamanca

Service available throughout Salamanca: Recoletos, Goya, Fuente del Berro, Guindalera, Lista and Castellana. Professional team dispatched to your home.