Masking an odour is not treating it
An air freshener or a scented spray hides the smell for a while. It returns when the cause is still there: liquid or dirt inside the fabric or foam. We try to treat the source, by extracting the contamination from the fabric with hot water and a suitable treatment.
Why some odours don't fully come out
If the contamination has reached:
- the foam,
- the padding,
- the wood or inner structure,
a surface treatment doesn't reach all of it. In those cases it can improve a lot and still leave some odour. We don't promise total removal or a free repeat clean.
Odours we treat
- Urine from children, dogs or cats
- Pets: dog and cat smell, hair
- Damp and mould: musty smell
- Smoke
- Spilled food and drink
- Vomit
- General use odour
What affects the result
- How long the odour has been there
- How much liquid has penetrated
- Whether it has been treated at home before
- Fabric, padding and construction of the furniture
- Whether the furniture has been in a closed or damp place
How we do it
- We inspect the furniture and locate the affected area.
- We pre-treat the area.
- We extract with hot water using a Kärcher textile extractor.
- If necessary, we repeat the treatment on that area.
- We give you drying and ventilation guidance.
Price
Odour treatment is included in the normal cleaning of the furniture. It is not a separate service. See pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove urine smell from a sofa?
We treat the stain and the odour. If it has reached the foam, some may remain. See urine odour.
Do you guarantee the odour will go?
No. It depends on how deep the contamination is.
How long does it take to dry?
Usually 8 to 12 hours.
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