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How do you maintain a velvet couch?

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How do you maintain a velvet couch?

Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.

1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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Cini Boeri for Knoll 'Brigadiere' Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, sofa, model 'Brigadiere', leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1976. Architectural sofa model 'Brigadiere' designed by Italian designer Cini Boeri for Knoll. This ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Stunning & rare vintage YOKO sofa in black leather by Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Collectors item!! Exceptional YOKO 3-seater in its original thick black leather. The YOKO was designed by Michel Ducaroy. He also designed the famous TOGO. In the world of furnit...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Alessandro Becchi Black Leather Anfibio Three Seater Sofa for Giovannetti, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Anfibio sofa-bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1972. Fully restored and upholstered with high-quality black Italian natural leather. Mattress upholstered with soft sheepski...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds

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Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam

George Smith Howard & Sons Kilim Upholstered Scroll Arm Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic English Howard & Sons Style scroll arm sofa created by George Smith artisans. The large signature sofa features a hardwood base upholstered with a dramatic tribal style woo...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Tribal Sofas

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Brass

Mah Jong sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois 1970
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Sofa designer by Hans Hopfer and produced by Roche Bobois (signed on the fabric under the seat, see picture) Iconic Mah Jong model 6 elements with backrest Foam and fabric
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Late 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

i4 Mariani Large Sectional Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
I4 Mariani, modular sofa, leather, Italy, 1970s. This well-designed sofa is fully executed in beautiful brown leather with age-appropriate, admirable pati...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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Leather

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