We just got a new microfiber sofa....now how do we keep it clean?

One thing everyone always tells you about microfiber is that its very easy clean.  And it's true but overconfidence in your sofa may get you in a little bit of trouble.  I just got a new sofa and chose microfiber since our living room often doubles as a dining room...I know ;( San Diego spaces are so small. But even with microfiber I know my husband's messy eating habits will eventually result in spills and stains on our new light cream sofa.  And that is a scary thought for me, so I did a little research and here's a few tips &tricks on what I learned.

1. Check your tags! Tags will either say W, S or S-W. W means you can clean with water...congrats lucky you!. S means you have to use a "solvent" cleaner. S-W means you can use both.

2. Always clean spills immediately.  Microfiber will repel the spill but not forever. If left on long enough it will eventually soak in.  When cleaning make sure you blot, not rub. Use a hair dryer to dry.

3. Vacuum your sofa once a week to insure crumbs and other materials that can cause staining are removed.

4. Microfiber is polyester.  That means that most things that can be used to clean polyester can be used to clean microfiber, ammonia and alcohol, rubbing alcohol and clear alcohol such as vodka can be used.

5. After cleaning if your microfiber becomes hard. Gently rub the hardened section with a soft brush or old toothbrush and this should help soften your sofa right up.

6. Try to concentrate when putting the fork to your mouth. I know the TV is very exciting but getting the food actually in your mouth is very exciting too....wait this one's only for my husband. ;)