The best ways to keep the cushions looking good is to brush off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabric. Wipe up spills or clean right after a stain occurs. The quicker you do this, the better:
— Blot (don’t rub) liquid spills with a clean, dry cloth. For oil-based spills, apply an absorbent such as corn starch, then remove with a straight edge.
— Spray on a mild cleaning solution of soap (such as Dawn or Woolite) and water.
— Rinse the fabric thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
— Air dry.
If cleaning by hand doesn’t get the stain completely out, try machine washing:
— Remove the cushion covers.
— Close all zippers.
— Machine wash in cold water on the delicate cycle with normal amounts of mild laundry detergent.
— Air dry.