Sofas are an integral part of any living room. This is a common place where people bond with their families and pets. However, frequent usage of the sofa translates to the periodical cleaning of the couch and its covers. Sanitizing the sofa covers can get incredibly monotonous, but you must ensure hygiene so safeguard the health of your family.
Although, there are some points that you need to bear in mind before you actually begin the cleaning the sofa covers.
- Material: Being aware of the type of material helps to decide on the procedure and also the product you need to use to clean your sofa covers. This will also ensure, you don’t end up staining or causing any damage to the cover during the cleaning process.
- Discard the worn out and the old: If your dog has chewed on the cover or there is a permanent stain, it is advised to throw it away. Keeping these will only make your sofa look shabby.
- Read the tags: Some sofa covers will have specific instructions on how to wash them. Remember to read them to retain the quality of the sofa covers.
How to clean the sofa covers?
You can use the following methods to clean the sofa covers and improve the look of your living room.
- Toss it into the washer: Many sofa covers with ‘W’ sign on them can be washed with water. The easiest way would be to put it in the washer by using the appropriate amount and type of detergent.
- Baking soda or stain remover: If there are just some blemishes you need to remove, you use a simple stain removal treatment or baking soda. The effectiveness of these remedies depends on the severity of the stain.
- Dry cleaners: If your sofa covers are made of an expensive fabric, it’s only smart to get them dry cleaned as you wouldn’t know what chemicals would be suitable to use on them.
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5 sports brands with the best shoes and apparel
Read moreFor some of us, it can be tough to get out of our bed super early in the morning to power through an intense workout. However, in order to lead a healthy lifestyle, it is important to add some exercise to your routine. One of the biggest ways to motivate yourself to get up and go to the gym is by investing in some good quality and attractive shoes and fitness clothes.
Some of the most popular fitness brands that make shoes and apparel are as follows.
Adidas
Adidas is a Germany-based company that is known for its high-quality fitness gear. This includes good-quality sports shoes, clothing, and other accessories that are needed for sports and exercise. The shoes made by Adidas can be categorized into different types since they are suitable for different activities like running, weight training, hiking, etc. Adidas activewear is also made using the best quality fabric that is breathable, sweat-wicking, and of course, flattering.Nike
Another popular brand in the athletic accessories industry is Nike. Especially known for making excellent running shoes, Nike also makes great quality sports bras, leggings, T-shirts, and other fitness accessories. If you are willing to invest more, you can go for the Nike Pro range that offers better support and comfort while working out.Puma
Puma is another German fitness brand that was actually founded by Rudolf Dassler, the older brother of Adolf Dassler, the founder of Adidas. The brand is exceptionally popular for its active-wear line. Aside from stylish shoes and clothing, you can also find good backpacks, headgear, and even kid’s apparel at Puma.Lululemon Athletica
This brand has recently become extremely popular among the fitness community, especially among women. Their specialty is making high-quality, stylish leggings that offer great support and comfort when working out. You can also find good-quality casual clothing on the Lululemon Athletica website.Under Armour
Under Armour is a famous brand in the athletics industry, not just because of its super cool logo but also because of how great its products are. Their clothing is made using fabrics that are breathable and efficient in wicking sweat quickly. You can get shoes and clothes for activities ranging from baseball, fishing, lacrosse to basketball, soccer, softball, and many more. -
The best Chevy trucks you can purchase this year
Read moreChevy trucks have been around for ages and are ranked among some of the top selling pickup trucks in the country. The Colorado is the leader in the compact pickup truck segment. Chevy truck sales have seen a rise in recent years solely to the Colorado and the Silverado 1500. They maintain great brand loyalty in all pickup truck brands.
Here are a few reasons why you should consider buying one of these Chevy pickup trucks this year.
2020 Chevy Colorado: The youngest of the Chevy trucks, the 2020 Chevy Colorado is an amazing compact pickup truck that has made its mark all across the globe. Multiple trim variants of the Colorado feature three distinct engine options including a 2.5L 4-cylinder 200hp, the 3.6L DOHC V6, and the 2.8L Duramax Turbo-diesel engine churning out 369lb-ft of torque. In its weight category, only the Toyota Tacoma compares in terms of performance.
2020 Chevy Silverado 1500: The 1500 Silverado is the most sought after pickup truck in the Chevy series. It is popular as a simple work horse or as an urban, lifestyle vehicle. The pickup features amazing variants of powerful gasoline and turbo diesel engines including DURAMAX® 3.0L TURBO-DIESEL I-6, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, 4.3L EcoTec3 V6, 2.7L TURBO. The upper trim levels get better entertainment systems with a bigger screen. Silverado also boasts a comfortable ride, perhaps the best in its category. The V8s mainly have quick acceleration and strong towing and hauling abilities.
2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD: The biggest changes for the 2020 Silverado 2500 include heavu duty powertrain options that improve towing capacity and a stronger durabed carried to support the heaviest of loads. The suspension underpinnings have been spruced up, to also handle heavier loads on more adventurous trails. The Silverado 2500 still manages to bring a more civil ride regardless of max payload of 7442 lbs.
2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD: Chevy’s 3500 Silverado has had a serious redesign. This year it gets a stability control system supported by Proactive Roll Avoidance and traction control assist to improve driving on rough terrain conditions. The Silverado 3500 is also known for its impressive hauling and towing capabilities. It has a range of engine options and comes in WT (Work Truck), LT, LTZ trims and a 4th premium trim, high country.