Just like the clothing you wear, chair upholstery needs to be washed. Doing some regular, light cleaning is the best way to keep your chairs looking nice.
Here you will find detailed instructions for how to clean upholstery fabric types used on MityLite chairs.
Disinfect Chair Upholstery to Prevent the Spread of Germs
Are you worried about minimizing the spread of bacteria and viruses at your events? EPA-registered 消毒剂 that meet the criteria for use against SARS can also be used to sanitize fabric and prevent the spread of the coronavirus and other contagious illnesses.
The Centers for Disease Control recommends using the following products to sanitize chairs and tables in public areas.
- 无菌护理™
- 漂白剂1:10（10%漂白剂）
- Bleach-Rite® 消毒喷雾
- CaviCide™
- CaviCide1™
- Clorox® 医疗保健漂白杀菌清洁剂
- Clorox® 过氧化氢清洁消毒喷雾
- Diversey™ Avert® 杀孢子消毒清洁剂
- Lysol's Clean & Fresh 多表面清洁剂
- 奥希韦®1 RTU
- 奥希韦®TB
- OxyCide™ 日常消毒清洁剂
- 维雷克斯 II 256
How to Clean Olefin Fabric (including Sherpa & Shire Fabrics)
对于 Sherpa 和 Shire 室内装饰（以及其他 100% 烯烃织物），建议采用以下消毒处理来消毒细菌和病毒，甚至是冠状病毒 (COVID-19)。
使用家用漂白剂（包括 5.25% 或 6.00%–6.15% 次氯酸钠 depending on the manufacturer label) diluted in water at a 1:10稀释比例, which is 1.5 杯漂白剂溶于 1 加仑水. The use of bleach on Sherpa and Shire olefin fabric will not have a harmful effect and the recommended treatments will not void the warranty. However, it is still recommended to test the cleaning solution in an inconspicuous area first before using it throughout.
Prepare the solution fresh before each use, as bleach is sensitive to light. Also, note that bleach expires one year after production, and it can lose efficacy if not stored properly.
Remove organic soil and bulk spill matter prior to disinfecting. Disinfection requires a recommended wet contact time of 10分钟 才能有效。请记住，氯溶液具有腐蚀性，会腐蚀金属并损伤皮肤。
切勿将漂白剂与任何含有氨或酸的产品混合。
How to Clean 100% Polyester Upholstery & Polyester Blends
When cleaning upholstery that is manufactured with 100% polyester or polyester blends, it’s best to use hydrogen peroxide products.
We recommend using something like Clorox® Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaner & Disinfectant. This product, which is available as both a spray (for fabrics) and a wipe (for hard surfaces), will kill pathogens on both hard and soft surfaces and can eliminate bacteria and viruses in 30 seconds. This industrial-grade cleaner can be applied to a variety of fabrics, including those that are 100% polyester. This cleaner has no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), harsh fumes, bleach, or added fragrance, and the active ingredient, hydrogen peroxide, breaks down into water and oxygen upon use. 不过，仍然建议先在一小块不显眼的区域测试清洁溶液。
请注意，涤纶和涤纶混纺织物对漂白剂的影响很敏感。 A 3% 漂白剂溶液（1/3 杯漂白剂兑 1 加仑水） is the highest concentration that can be used, but it cannot be guaranteed that long-term use of a bleach solution will not pose a problem.
Another recommended product for cleaning upholstery is Lysol® Clean & Fresh Multi-Surface Cleaner, which is also EPA-registered for its virus-fighting abilities and kills 99.9% of viruses and bacteria. However, the active ingredient, 烷基二甲基苄基氯化铵，与各种不良健康影响有关，因此您需要避免皮肤接触、吸入或意外摄入。
与所有强效清洁剂一样，请远离儿童，仅在通风良好的区域使用，并在使用后用清水清洗表面。
How to Clean Crypton & Nanotex Fabric
Nanotex and Crypton fabrics are multi-tiered materials with antimicrobial and stain-resistant technology and an integrated, permanent liquid barrier. Crypton’s patented moisture barrier is proven to prevent solids and liquids from permeating to the cushion below. This makes Crypton fabric one of the easiest upholstery fabrics to clean.
However, it is possible for a surface to appear clean but not be disinfected. Crypton recommends using their EPA-approved Disinfectant & Deodorizer on Crypton Barrier Fabrics. This formula is engineered for high-use, high-abuse settings. This is a one-step disinfectant cleaner that is effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, mold, mildew, and fungus.
Best of all, this disinfectant is effective in preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses.
要彻底消毒和清洁织物，请执行以下步骤：
- Remove spills with an absorbent cloth or paper towel. If necessary, clean heavily soiled areas with soap and water.
- Remove excess moisture and soap via vacuum or by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Remove all soap so that it does not attract soil.
- 测试 Crypton 消毒除臭剂 in a small, inconspicuous area.
- 申请 Crypton 的消毒剂和除臭剂 by holding it 6-8 inches from surface. Do not inhale fumes from the spray.
- Rinse the fabric with water after application.
- Allow the surface to remain wet for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, wipe dry or allow to air dry.
How to Clean Woven & Coated Polyester Fabrics
对于机织和涂层聚酯织物的一般维护，请定期对表面进行真空吸尘，以清除所有灰尘和松散颗粒，清洁任何污垢或污渍区域，并定期消毒。
要消毒，请首先在不显眼的地方测试一小块区域，确认在产品上使用漂白剂是安全的。将漂白剂和清水混合成溶液 比例为1:10。保护和覆盖家具框架以及周围区域，并在通风良好的地方工作，戴上手套和护目镜。
After disinfecting the upholstery, rinse it well multiple times with clean water. Any bleach left on the fabric may degrade or shorten the lifespan of the fabric.
How to Clean Woven & Knit Fabrics
The following list of suggested cleaners can be used to disinfect woven and knit fabrics and prevent the spread of viruses, bacteria, and other contagious illnesses. Note that these cleaning products have not been rigorously tested against all fabric types and styles, so the information that follows should be regarded as general suggestions rather than recommendations. Always test the cleaning solution first on a small, inconspicuous area.
- 来苏消毒喷雾
- 基于过氧化物的湿巾 （各种品牌）
- 含或不含四元消毒剂的酒精湿巾 （各种品牌）
消毒说明：
轻轻润湿织物并使其风干。请注意，使用擦拭巾时，如果颜色转移到擦拭巾上，则说明织物对该产品不褪色，因此不应使用这些擦拭巾。避免使用基于漂白剂的湿巾，除非已知织物具有耐漂白性。如果未知，则假设该织物不可漂白。
医疗环境消毒：
大多数医院消毒剂适用于硬表面，通常不适用于机织物或针织物。然而，对以下清洁产品进行了有限的测试，它们似乎不会影响织物的颜色或完整性。仔细遵循标签说明，尤其是有关消毒剂稀释的说明。
- 维雷克斯 II 256
- 奥希韦TB
- 超级撒尼布杀菌湿巾
- Cavicide 和 Cavicide 湿巾
Instructions for disinfecting in healthcare environments:
Lightly wet the fabric surface and allow it to dry—do not saturate the fabric. If repeated applications are anticipated, rinse with clear water to prevent the buildup of chemical residue on the fabric.
How to Clean Polyurethane Upholstery
对于聚氨酯织物的一般维护，请定期对表面进行真空吸尘，以清除所有灰尘和松散颗粒，清洁任何污垢或污渍区域，并进行消毒。
尽快处理污渍。污渍放置的时间越长，去除污渍就越困难。 使用扁平物体去除固体或半固体物质。尽可能多地去除污渍，然后使用适当的附件彻底吸尘，然后再使用清洁剂进行清洁。
Pre-test any cleaning method or disinfecting agent in a small, hidden, inconspicuous area to ensure it won’t damage the fabric. We recommend using several less concentrated applications of cleaning solutions rather than one concentrated application because that will be less likely to damage the fabric. You should also protect and cover the furniture framework along with surrounding areas, and work in a well-ventilated area with gloves and eye protection.
避免让清洁液渗入织物表面。立即用干净、不褪色、吸水的布吸干液体。
使用软刷或海绵去除污渍，然后将温肥皂水涂在污渍上。 Do not over-wet as this may leave a ring and soak up any remaining cleaning solution. 使用轻快的笔触，从污渍的外侧开始，向中心方向涂抹。避免摩擦或擦洗该区域，因为这可能会损坏织物。使用干净的布和冷水清除任何残留物。
Allow fabric to dry thoroughly and do not use heat, as that will set the stain into the fabric. As with woven and knit fabrics, rinse well after applying bleach to avoid degrading the fabric.
How to Clean Vinyl (PVC) Upholstery
To disinfect PVC (polyvinyl chloride) vinyl upholstery, we recommend using these EPA-approved solutions which have been shown to sanitize against COVID-19 and other strains of the coronavirus.
- 的一个解决方案 10%漂白剂 夹杂 90%纯净水
- 超级撒尼布
- Virex™ II，256
务必在一个小的、隐蔽的、不显眼的区域预先测试任何清洁方法或清洁剂，以确保它不会损坏织物。
Note that cleaners and disinfectants should be used in recommended dilutions and never in a concentrated form. Make sure to wipe off disinfectants with clean water and then dry the vinyl with a clean towel to remove any chemical residue that could discolor or degrade the material’s surface.
When Upholstery Cleaning Isn’t Enough
If your event chairs have started to show their age and cleaning and disinfecting aren’t doing the trick anymore, perhaps it’s time to upgrade or replace them. Browse MityLite’s catalog of durable 软垫宴会椅.
