Our Fabric Upholstery Cleaning Course consists of six modules:

1. Identifying Upholstery Fibres
2. Upholstery Cleaning .Techniques.
3. Characteristics of Weaves & Textures.
4. The Nature of Soil & Chemistry of Cleaning.
5. Understanding pH.
6. Upholstery Cleaning.

The Identifying Upholstery Fibres module introduces learners to natural, synthetic, and blended fibres, showing why fibre recognition is essential before any cleaning takes place. It covers fibre forms, sources, and practical field tests such as the burn test, giving technicians the skills to anticipate risks like shrinkage, dye bleed, or fibre distortion and to set realistic customer expectations.

The Upholstery Cleaning Characteristics module explains the safe cleaning tolerances of different fibres. Students learn about pH ranges, moisture limits, and the potential for issues such as browning, colour migration, or shrinkage. This section reinforces how choosing the correct chemistry and method for each fibre type ensures effective results without damage.

The Characteristics of Weaves & Textures module focuses on fabric construction and how weaves, yarns, and textures influence cleaning outcomes. It addresses common weaves like plain, twill, velvet, and jacquard, along with upholstery backings and fillings. Pre-inspection skills are emphasised to identify vulnerabilities and manage customer expectations.

The Nature of Soil & Chemistry of Cleaning module teaches how soils form, bond to fibres, and require different chemistry to remove. Students explore dry soils, oily residues, water-soluble contaminants, and dyes, along with the use of detergents, solvents, and emulsifiers. This gives technicians a practical framework for dissolving and extracting soils safely.

The Understanding pH module explains why pH is central to cleaning chemistry. It covers the pH scale, safe ranges for natural and synthetic fibres, and the risks of excess alkalinity or acidity. Best practices such as applying acidic rinses to stabilise fibres are introduced, along with methods to prevent browning or colour loss.

The Upholstery Cleaning module pulls all prior learning together into applied practice. Students are guided through maintenance methods, hot water extraction, encapsulation, and dry solvent cleaning. They also study soil types, the balance of time, agitation, chemistry, and temperature, and the step-by-step procedures needed to complete professional upholstery cleaning jobs safely and effectively.

The Fabric Upholstery Cleaning course is suitable for both beginners entering upholstery cleaning and established cleaners wanting to expand their services. It benefits franchise operators, business owners, and technicians by providing a comprehensive blend of fibre science, chemistry, inspection, and applied cleaning techniques aligned with industry standards.