Vinyl Upholstery Regular Cleaning Vinyl upholstery fabrics are produced porous to allow perspiration venting and will absorb stains. Wash with mild detergent and water. Use a soft bristle brush for stubborn soil. Rinse and dry. Some household cleaners and solvents remove plasticizers from vinyl, making them brittle.
Abrasive cleaners scratch the smooth surface.
Special Cleaning Vinyl cleaners sold in furniture stores or auto stores help clean stubborn soil on vinyl upholstery. A vinyl protective finish, sold at same stores, helps protect upholstery and resists or retards absorption of stains. Act at once to remove stains from vinyl. Use a white cloth or paper towels. Keep solvents away from wood or metal parts.