Clean your sofa and carpets in a wink with a pot lid

Tip 1: Using a pot lid to clean your sofa

If your sofa needs a little refreshment but you don’t have any special cleaning products at hand, don’t panic! A simple saucepan lid can help.

• Start by removing the cushions from the sofa.
• Take a clean, dry saucepan lid.
• Use the pot lid to gently rub the stained areas of the sofa.
• The smooth metal from the lid can act as a light brush to remove dirt and surface stains.

Tip 2: Using a pot lid to clean your carpets

Carpets can also benefit from using a pot lid for quick and efficient cleaning.

• Remove any items from the carpet for easy cleaning.
• Place a flat saucepan lid on the dirty or stained areas of the carpet.
• Press the lid firmly and make circular movements to help loosen the dirt.
• Then use a vacuum cleaner to suck dirt and debris loosened by the action of the lid.

With these simple but effective tips, you can clean your sofa and carpets in a wink, simply using a pot lid that you probably already have in your kitchen. Don’t forget to always test first on a small discrete area to make sure that the material on your sofa or carpet will not be damaged by this cleaning method.