Easy Fabric Gaming Chair Stain Removal: Upgraded Method 2.0
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- Our original fabric gaming chair cleaning guide had too many steps. Besides taking too long, the results only last a month or so before seeing new stains. Our NEW AND IMPROVED cleaning guide fixes these issues.
A full cleaning takes less than 10 minutes, and the results last longer. When mild stains appear 3-4 months later, do another quick cleaning.
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If your chair needs a deep deodorization, check out our original fabric chair cleaning video (baking soda is the magic ingredient): ruclips.net/video/Y-6Sz1AaET0/видео.html
Greater than I expected small, compacted, easy to use
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Honestly this guide does not remove the deturgent from your chair after, so if you have delicate skin be careful. water on a towl does not remove all of deturgent.
any advice how to do? mine got all white
If the towel sop-up method doesn't work for you, the ONLY other option is a wet-dry vac like the Bissell Little Green ($120+ on Amazon) amzn.to/42MFypz.
But I've done several cleanings on mine using the towel method - after 2 years of full-time use, my chair still looks like new. So I've no reason to spend the extra cash for a wet-dry vac.
@@chairsfx No, a Little Green is a good call. Anyone should have one anyways. $95 CAD at walmart atm too.
@@insertnamehere4419 Agreed! Since I made that comment, I've also invested in a Little Green. Well worth the expense!
You are a true hero thank you so much for this video!! straight up and to the point lol ima new subscriber!!!
What if your Artic White Chair is covered in body dirt and oil lol? My chair is like dark gray stains almost black on the bottom seat and on some on the lower back part of the back rest. Would this get the stains out ? 😂 I think my chair is ruined havnt cleaned it in like 3 years and it looks 🤢
You'll need the most powerful option, which is to use a Bissell Little Green wet/dry vac. Use this method paired with a hard bristle scrubbing brush: ruclips.net/video/OGe8sGqwJ7Q/видео.htmlsi=iAHNgQU5QXLLoxBX
Does this not leave water stains on your chair? That's what I'm trying to get out of my chair from previous cleanings T_T
Hi, I've done a few full cleanings with plenty of (bottled) water involved. Never tried using tap water. In any case, most gaming chair fabrics (and synthetic sofa fabrics) are made from synthetic polyester. These are plastic fibers heated, stretched, and woven into cloth.
It's a similar material to poly-cotton polo shirts. If water cleanings are leaving stains in the fabric, I suggest checking your water. Do washings leave stains in other polyester fabrics? What chair are you using?
@@chairsfx I haven't noticed any water staining on other fabrics, but I do think my tap water is hard water. I'll try using bottled water next time!
I have a SecretLabs softweave chair. I'm trying to get the stains out so I don't have to buy their super expensive covers!
@@quizzicalex same here, white softwave its a pain and nothing seems to work for me. Maybe i will try this. Did you tried already?
@@quizzicalex Google suggests a vinegar + water solution to remove water stains from fabrics - may be worth a try!
I'm in a similar situation as you: my chair will soon need another cleaning. Should I struggle through that effort, or cover the stains with a flashy $300 Secretlab skin?
IMO, self-cleaning is the better option. Once you get the stains out, it's like having a brand new chair - without paying an extra $300!
I find from cleaning my car seats which is basically the same, if you only clean a patch it can leave water stains but if you clean the entire seat there will be no stain because the stain just leaves a ring and shows a dif colour on the parts that have been left untouched, so just clean the whole thing instead of a patch
Can I use liquid detergent for this?
Thoughts on steam cleaning?
Hi, I think it depends on the model. Something like the Bissell SteamShot Deluxe only treats the surface, without any way to pull out deep dirt. I don't think that could ever beat a wet-dry vac performance.
do the black parts which are not made of fabric have to be rubbed with the green sponge, there is no risk of scratching or wearing them?
I've never tried scrubbing the black suede trim. Those parts are rarely in contact with your skin, so there's not much oil buildup there. I suggest only wiping those parts with a damp cloth - it doesn't feel as indestructible as the fabric.
my chair looks shit right now
will try this!
thanks
Hi, I was waiting for this video! thanks! :)
Thumbs up, good memes and audio choice ;)
Hi, I also have the same chair as yours, but mine is black, do you think it will discolor it using the same method that you've shared?
Hi, I've done this method on a Softweave Black 2020 Secretlab Omega. Works great. There's been zero discoloring on my black or Cookies and Cream version. Go for it - a fresh cleaning will make it look and smell like new!
@@chairsfx Thanks for taking the time to respond! Hope it goes well. I'll share my feedback here. :)
Is alcohol bad to clean with? I cleaned a small stain with some alcohol and it doesn't seem to have worked, or maybe it's still drying it's been an hour now, blowdryer didnt help much
Never tried using alcohol, but would not be surprised if it leaves a stain! Water and generic (non-bleach) detergents are fine. Some chemical spot-stain removers also work.
If the alcohol left a stain, try using a fabric stain remover spray (you can find these in all supermarkets).
Would you recommend putting baking soda and then doing these steps? Or are these steps enough
If you haven't cleaned your chair in a year or more, doing the baking soda part is worth it for deoderization. If you smoke, have pets, or sweat a lot, a year's worth of buildup will definitely stink.
Otherwise, I'd consider the baking soda part optional. It's worth doing it BEFORE the laundry detergent/scrubbing pad part, since it also breaks up dirt particles in the fabric. That will make the scrubbing part a bit more effective at removing dirt.
@@chairsfx thank you!
I only used the baking soda left over night and it still smelled. Have you tried using an UV lamp in a room on the chair?
I've not tried a UV lamp. But if I needed something stronger than baking soda, I'd consider buying a Bissell Little Green: amzn.to/3FT8umA
@@chairsfxBleech also works
How much time and use did you give to the chair before noticing stains on it?
I used the chair full-time for around 8 months before stains started to appear. Since then, scrub cleaning lasts about 3 months before mild stains reappear. Stains tend to show up on the seat and the lumbar support area.
@@chairsfx Thanks a lot for your reply, I guess I'll still go with the fabric version for the breathability
hello! I was wondering if the fabric detergent has to be powder based? Are liquid laundry detergents too harsh?
Hi, I've never tried liquid detergents. If you can't access any powdered types, I suggest trying liquid on a small patch on the rear of the seat.
Make sure it doesn't discolor the fabric (unlikely unless it has bleach). Also make sure it doesn't leave tons of suds in the fabric. With powdered detergents mixed with water, it's easy to sop up with a damp towel. That leaves no suds or soapiness behind.
is this safe? and how often do you clean the chair?
Good question! Since I shot this video, (1.5 months ago), I've done one quick spot-cleaning on the seat (for a photo shoot). Right now, my chair looks 95%. I'm guessing it may need another deep clean 2-3 months later.
Is it safe? --> In my experience, yes! Super-hard scrubbing will NOT fray the fabric. Generic laundry detergent will NOT discolor it.
My earlier method used chemical fabric stain removers. Those worked - but stains would come back faster and stronger after 1 month! In comparison, a good scrub with some laundry detergent seems to clean just as well. It also seems to prevent stain buildup a lot better.
how often do you clean the chair?--> I guess you'll need to do a good scrub every 3-4 months. I'll post an update once my chair gets stained enough to need another full cleaning.
hi thanks, I cleaned my secretlab chair using your method. I'm cleaning it for the second time. It works
I've got a question that nested itself into my mind after reading something yesterday. How bad are smells? I've got some food intolerances and that usually leads to some gas and so far I've been on fake leather chairs that started peeling after two/three years so I wanted to switch and I've never had any smell issues there
If you let the stains build up on a fabric chair for too long, I imagine it will start to smell sour, like a pair of jeans unwashed for 6 months. But since the buildup is gradual, daily users may not even notice - until visitors arrive to point out the stink.
The easy solution is to monitor your chair using the 'eye' test. Once stains emerge (usually after 6-ish months of full-time use), stinkiness will soon follow. Then, a scouring pad + detergent cleaning method comes in very handy.
@@chairsfx if you're a gassy person expect the smells to stay there... until you clean it
What about powdered oxy clean? Is that okay to use?
I've not tried Oxy Clean. But based on the product description I GUESS it will be fine. To make sure, you can scrub clean one of the rear side seat panels as a test. Once you confirm Oxy Clean + water + scrubbing pad = no discoloration, apply it to the rest of the chair.
Does it have to be powder laundry detergent or can it be liquid too
Hi, liquid detergents will likely do the same job as powders. To be on the safe side, I suggest trying it on spot on the back of the chair. Scrub it in, then wash it out with a damp towel, and let it dry. A liquid containing blech may discolor the fabric. Non-bleach versions should clean chair fabrics as well as they do clothing. Good luck!
Thanks, this helped me alot
and cool music btw
with that music i will clean my chair as new
I have a DX Racer which is better and cheaper in my opinion but really cool video thx.
I want eliminate the bad smell
Best option for removing the bad smell is to invest in a Bissell Little Green wet/dry vacuum: ruclips.net/video/OGe8sGqwJ7Q/видео.htmlsi=iAHNgQU5QXLLoxBX
Or you can put a large towel on the seat when you buy it... this way you minimize the dirt even more....
Lmaooooo ain’t nobody got time for that
is this a forex trading chair cleaning channel xD
😁This is the LAST cleaning-related video on this channel forever! It had to be done, but now it's over! This comment makes it official!
that's how you damage the chair
my chair is 4 years old, been hand-scrubbed a dozen times and wet-vaccumed around 4 times now. still looks like brand new. not a single stitch frayed or damaged.