How I Buy & Clean Used Sofas - Before You Buy A New Couch Watch This

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In this video I share some information and tips to help you navigate the process of buying a used couch. I share what I look for and I also buy two used couches to use as examples to share how I clean and restore them.
Buying used furniture can be a great way to save money, and find unique and quality pieces for your home. However, it can also be challenging to know what to look for and how to assess the condition of the items you're interested in. This is especially true when it comes to buying used couches, which can be a significant investment.
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About Melba Makes
This channel focuses on a buy “used” first approach to all things that go into making a home. Buying used as a lifestyle has allowed me to get a better value, save, and reduce waste. I create a variety of videos from interior design to following our home renovation journey. Come along for some fun thrifting for treasures, restoring pieces, decorating, and room makeovers. Also join us as we renovate our mid century California ranch house.
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@MelbaMakes Год назад

Hey! Thanks for watching ❤ I tried to keep this video short and light but I could go even deeper into this topic. Let me know if you’d be interested in a more comprehensive video

@luz3158 Год назад

Yes please do... I love videos like that

@andie9762 Год назад

Me too !!!

@KateKrauss Год назад

am interested!

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

Of course!

@jere5555 11 месяцев назад

I spilled a berry smoothie on my poof…I added O xy Clean to the cleaning solution… no purple stain…so maybe try adding some to your cleaning liquid

@STManning Год назад

I've wanted sooo bad to do this instead of buying, but the fear of not knowing whether or not someone had bed bugs, etc... scares me... IK the same can happen with purchased couches, but it's always the thought in my head😩

@mtlsuzanne Год назад

💯!!! I'd rather sit on the floor for months and save for a sofa than risk bed bugs. The small fortune of money I'd lose pitching all my other furniture, hell NOoooo 😩🤢

@kaymack5304 Год назад

That’s what I was thinking and hoping she’d address.

@flaggov6949 Год назад

Bed bugs can't handle extremes in temperature, so people often steam the furniture or seal it in plastic and put it in a sunny spot to get the temperature to 120F.

@mtlsuzanne Год назад

@@flaggov6949 True for extreme temps! Unfortunately the steam doesn't penetrate the deep layers and wood frames of upholstered furniture. Nor is a quick steam sustained high heat to ensure all the bed bug eggs die. It's a mostly cosmetic improvement. Sofa won't fit in the dryer for a sustained high heat cycle sooo.....nope! Freezing temps for a couple of days covered in plastic would work. Long enough outside to make sure all those eggies die. 👀

@STManning Год назад

@@mtlsuzanne Geesh... see... yeah, that's too much for me and my little ones... #Geesh... This was definitely insightful and helpful...

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

Maybe, do a video on Bedbugs? It seems to be a concern for many. Many of the interior designers here on RU-vid use 2nd hand furniture. I don't think any of them have addressed the issue though. I asked one and they answered but not in the video for all to see.

@susiemorris2334 Год назад

I think they both look great - and I truly wish that more people would re-use, re-purpose unwanted items to save everything hitting landfill! Imperfections, be they minor, are worth living with and removes the pressure of sitting on a brand new, plain couch and being fearful of marking it!

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

Same with a used car. Love how you said it.

@ogoj2 2 месяца назад

I agree with you, but ... circulating bed bugs is an ever-growing problem.

@fultonaaron Год назад

I have gone through this journey and saved just shy of 7k furnishing my home, this would have been an indispensable guide early on. I am glad you are helping others to find this sort of thing. A helpful tip is that if you own a large vehicle and will be passing through any larger cities, shop those locations in a similar manner. They usually have larger higher-end selections.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

That’s an amazing savings Aaron! Also thank you for sharing this helpful tip! Please continue to share any other learnings/tips you think would be helpful 😊 what’s been your personal favorite find for your home?

@maryannschumacher1370 4 месяца назад

Do you ever worry about bug issues? That always deters me from getting used furniture. Very nicely done!!

@apawstate 19 дней назад

Thank you for giving new life to furniture and preventing it from going into landfill!

@MiamiPush2theLimit 17 дней назад

I just bought a new house, 4 bed 2 bath, and I literally got all my furniture from friends and family. I only bought a couple rugs. All rooms are fully furnished thank God 🙌🏽

@AnneWilkynson Год назад

In my home looking around, everything is thrifted or a hand me down, or picked up on the side of the road. I went to a Restore to find a couch a couple of years ago.. this has always been my big story ha. There was the couch of my dreams, Ioved it! It had come down in price but not enough, kept an eye on it and when I finally purchased it ...$11.00. I cleaned it and I'm so happy!! Love your content 😂 ❤❤❤

@MelbaMakes Год назад

It really can be a roller coaster sometimes! Congratulations on scoring your couch for $11!! 👏🏽😊

@ginagonzalez6547 Год назад

Fir the set in dirt like grease, make a solution with water, dish soap (dawn works best) and vinegar. Leave it and clean after a few hours.

@cherylleatherman5037 Год назад

In this throw away society, I'm thrilled to see your attitude of recycling!

@dianaduncan4800 Год назад

Do you worry at all about bedbugs? Seems like that’s the biggest risk with used furniture. Especially if you can’t examine it in person.

@summerhouston13 3 месяца назад

I was thinking of all bugs. I'm afraid of hidden eggs or live bug transport in the furniture frame. It may be an odd fear but it does give me hesitancy.

@thetruthno1 Год назад

I got super lucky and paid $25 for a couch at a thrift store that had just been reupholstered. It has wood legs that are scratched and I need to touch up, but the upholstery is clearly brand new, and well done, down to the “underneath” part. Sometimes reupholsterers will decide to just cover the old cushions and internal fabric parts if it’s in ok shape, but I’d bet anything this was totally redone also. My only explanation is that a reupholster shop completed it and it was never picked up, and they donated it to this church affiliated shop because they supported the charity. I figure this frees up some funds to reupholster my mother’s old chair that I really like and would like to keep. I only wish I knew who had reupholstered the sofa so I could take it to them.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Amazing!! Thank you for sharing 🤗 I wish for you too that you could find whoever did your couch! Good luck with reupholstering the chair, please share how it goes and any tips that come from the experience if you do!

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

I wonder if they forgot or could not afford to pay that is why they did not pick it up?

@Ytbkt 8 месяцев назад

Very useful video! I love the idea of recycling high end items while getting good deals and having fun bringing them back to new condition! I’m so inspired

@luz3158 Год назад

I love your free finds😮😊 I live in Florida and I have never found anything good, thank for your information

@laura6796 11 месяцев назад

You did a fantastic job cleaning these couches up! I really like the first couch you cleaned best.

@lindaplunkett1864 11 месяцев назад

This was such a helpful video, thank you for posting it😀

@rrelampago1 Год назад

You did a great job and inspired me to tackle my own upholstery pieces. Thanks. I would keep the S couch. I think you can continue to work on it and look for other solutions.

@surber17 4 месяца назад

I really enjoyed your video! Almost everyone on RU-vid is crazy annoying but yours seemed down to earth and informative

@ruckergeneration21 11 месяцев назад

I needed this video especially for the cleaning tips

@sheilapendley1716 11 месяцев назад

Thank You! I like both couches!

@ltuerk Год назад

Great info on cleaning different fabric types- - many thanks!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

I'm glad you found it helpful, thank you for watching Lisa!

@user-fb1ys2lj9c Год назад

Thank you so much for sharing this insightful channel on this content. It helps me prepare myself to find a good couch.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

I’m glad it was helpful! 🙌🏽😊

@yvettejones4249 Год назад

That's so cool and for you it can be a great business if you know that maybe some of your friends are moving and need a new couch. You can buy them a used one and with your cleaning skills have them buy it from you or even your neighbors. I want to get a cleaning kit and do what you're doing.

@nancychestnut8928 Год назад

Love your channel! Appreciate that your dialog is informative and to the point! Sofa cleaning is a drag but that Bissell is worth the price for sure. Keep up the good work. Subscriber!!!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you Nancy!! ❤️ I may need to replace my Bissell (I bought mine used a while back, I’m not even sure they sell it anymore), do you have a Bissell spot cleaner that you use and recommend? It seems like the Little Green is very popular

@gayle2276 4 месяца назад

The shape and condition is great. If still has stains, there are some great sofa covers. Still a lot cheaper than new.

@piamurphy8690 Год назад

Great tips! Looking to furnish a rental and you have some great ideas. Thanks!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you for watching Pia, I’m glad it was helpful! ❤️❤️🫣

@saidaswift9531 Год назад

Great video Melba. I like both the white and the bench couch but i can't resist the look of a bench sofa, i absolutely love them.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Welcome back Saida! I’m glad you enjoyed this video 😊 I am also leaning towards the couch you like more, thank you for sharing your thoughts, the additional perspective is helpful!

@taunyawren8020 Год назад

I like the grey couch. I’ve also done this with old furniture. I’ve on occasion taken the cushion covers off and put them in the washer on cold with gentle soap on gentle cycle and air dried. Turned out good, but it is risky maybe. I’m actually thinking about sewing by hand a few spots.

@rhondamcmillan5783 11 месяцев назад

Great video with awesome advice.

@ChrisstinaMorgan 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the great video! Finally I know how people do clear light coloured sofas. Still you left all of us guessing what do y do with sofas you are not keeping? It's not something you can just put in the rubbish bin

@lisapieper3598 11 месяцев назад

Excellent video! Thank you!

@sandinewton1896 Год назад

Your whole approach to accessing then taking action for these items, is to be commended!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

❤️🙏🏽 I hope it was a fun video 😊

@Motomamiiiiiiiiiiiiiii 6 месяцев назад

What a great idea for a video! Thank youuu

@luly444lou 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for thw the information, I'm in the middle of buying a house, so I need to save all the money I can. So I have been looking for a use couch and all the information is very useful for me in my hunt

@MelbaMakes 6 месяцев назад

Yay I’m glad to hear that it was helpful Mara! If in your search any questions pop up that I didn’t touch on here please do share them here. Im considering making another video on the topic in the future! Thank you for your comment and for watching, happy couch shopping to you!

@ericpeysar2593 6 месяцев назад

Good on ya!! Thats a lot of time and effort. Your hard work really paid off.

@MelbaMakes 5 месяцев назад

Thank you Eric! 🙏🏽

@oliviam7902 11 месяцев назад

Definitely going to keep this in mind for my own couches! Thank you! Bed bugs scare the crap out of me so struggle to consider second hand upholstery unless I know the owner. 😬

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

I too had that fear. But I learned from a retailer that in the state I live they are required to use this spray on all soft furniture. She said they can even come by on a pop visit and check with this tool to see if they have done it. If not they get fined. She said if you care about your business you will do it. No one wants to lose money and be fined. (there was a tag on all the furniture and I asked what was that). So, check your state. I also found asking the owner where they get their furniture helps too. Not that that is a "safety" that you still cannot but I think lowers chances.

@ginamarie5575 11 месяцев назад

Wow😮you did a great job on both 🎉your house is so pretty . Thx for the vid . I like both of them . Love finding a good brand couch at the thrifts and cleaning them up ❤better for the planet too 😊

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

Yes to trying to give them a second life! Wishing you many great finds on your next thrift trips! Thank you Gina 🤗

@springdayswithyou Год назад

You appeared on my life at the perfect time! I’m moving next month to live alone and my goal since the begging was to buy only used things. You’re channel was an amazing find! thank you so muuuuuch

@MelbaMakes Год назад

So exciting Valeria, I would also like to hear about how it goes once you start looking for pieces next month! 😊 I’m so so happy to hear that you are enjoying the channel! If there’s anything you would find helpful that I can share from my experience please let me know!

@jp-ov1sv Год назад

I think you did a beautiful job! I’m so proud of the outcome for you😊 keep up the good work! Oh, also, can you give me the name of the soundtrack in your video, I love that music. Thank you!

@jieyuyao1753 11 месяцев назад

I love the first one more ❤ looks like a new one!🎉

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

Thanks Jieyu! 💕😊 I’m a fan of West Elm Eddy in that fabric, I have found they clean up so well!

@garlicgirl3149 11 месяцев назад

Soooo, I am still trying to style my new home. It has been a journey just like you said...I guess why I love this channel so much already. You are or were in the same boat I am in. Hunting all thrift and consignment shops for good furniture. I hit a wall and gave up for a month...then got back to looking last weekend. I found 2 chairs! WOO HOO! I thought of you the whole time. I looked and a reputable brand. I did not see how to care for it. I might have overlooked it in the excitement. Already, you are helping others.

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for sharing how it’s going for you! I totally understand having periods of frustration and not finding pieces you hope can work in your space. I have found that breaks and/or accepting the “wrong piece” as a temporary helps me out! I hope you are enjoying your two new chairs!! What’s next at the top of your list?

@alfonseal 6 месяцев назад

amazing video thank you!

@benjisammykitties 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the helpful tips! Couches are so expensive and it's totally worth it to put in some work restoring them :D

@MelbaMakes 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the feedback and I agree! That reminds me, it’s time to clean my other couches 😅

@vjsimpson5237 Год назад

Great video! Sometimes the S cleaning code is not just because of the fabric but because of its down filled (which the dirty one looked to possibly be). If you get the feathers wet they can clump up and get hard.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you for sharing this! Yes, the S couch did have some down filled sections!

@chloegrl1366 Год назад

Wow those cleaned up amazing Bissell should sponsor u.....thx for the education on fabric types...love the leather sofa my vote would go to the S fabric one to keep.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Haha thank you! And I am so torn - I like the shape of the s couch more but I also like the white color of the other one! Thank you for the fresh eye input, it helps!

@minerva5025 10 месяцев назад

Hi Melba greatings from Holanda ,I like the white one, thank you for sharing kind regards

@michellepauline1043 Год назад

Would you please do a full home tour? I'm a new subscriber and I just love your home and would love to see more and I'm sure your other subscribers agree!

@nicoladurrant8163 Год назад

Hi Melba! I was excited to see this video and the topic. The content was useful, helping me to rethink my options and what is possible. I'm in between homes now and looking at unfurnished solutions to make it the way I like, it's why I was drawn to your 7day challenge video. Your home is beautifully done! ❤ Feedback: I had to slow down the first part to make it more comfortable to watch. You seemed less sure about this part, but then in the cleaning and styling parts, it was clear you were enjoying yourself. I'm get a similar buzz from the transformational experience of cleaning, so I get it😂

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Hi Nicola! I’m happy to hear that you found the video content helpful and that you enjoyed the cleaning transformation! I would love to hear what option you end up deciding on for your home, please keep us posted! Also, thank you for the feedback, I noted to slow down transitions (I assume that you are referring the the fast transitions in the first 30 seconds?) - thank you for watching, the kind words, and constructive feedback! 😊🙏🏽

@nicoladurrant8163 Год назад

Hi Melba, so it was the first 5mins or so when you were describing the process of finding the sofas. But I was able to resolve that by slowing down the video to better process the information. But that's me, others may not have the same experience. My timing around finding a home is uncertain, so far only temp solutions. Its another reason I watch these videos, to keep me inspired and positive. So thank you again for your videos 😊🙏

@MelbaMakes Год назад

It’s still helpful to know the pace was a little fast, thanks for that additional insight! I’m happy the channel can bring some fun - I’ll be thinking of you and wishing for the best Nicola 😊🙏🏽

@toniajohnson9223 10 месяцев назад

Great video thanks so much

@Zerbijan 4 месяца назад

That brown leather couch is fire!

@yvettebarnett2517 5 месяцев назад

Absolutely amazing job and video

@MelbaMakes 5 месяцев назад

Thank you Yvette, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! ❤️😊

@deltabravo4589 Год назад

Do you have a solution for bed bugs or other little nasties that may not be removed from just a spot clean?? I love your west elm white couch sooo much. What a steal!!! 💕💕

@user-fb1ys2lj9c Год назад

Thank you Melba🤗

@sserton2839 Год назад

Love both sofas! Great job! They each have their own sleek style and perk.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Good to see you again! 🤗 thank you and I can’t decide which to keep! Definitely both have something different to offer

@sserton2839 Год назад

@@MelbaMakes Keep both? If your space allows? Or situate them is 2 separate areas of your dwelling? :)

@MelbaMakes Год назад

All great suggestions to think about! Thank you 😊

@yvettejones4249 Год назад

I love the sleekness of the second one really. I feel it will be more comfy.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you Yvette! And you are right, it is comfy!

@sandrawinchester1138 10 месяцев назад

Great 👍 Information. I picked up a three piece leather set from a very clean owner for 175.00. I have so much fun buying from FB. So very helpful especially during our economic times. So much I didn’t know about Sofas; Please, give us more information.

@MelbaMakes 10 месяцев назад

Great find!! 👏🏽😊

@sharonelaine5419 Год назад

Great information

@letrecehall4488 Год назад

Great information thank you for sharing

@MelbaMakes Год назад

I’m glad you found the information valuable, thank you Letrece!

@LuckyLifeguard 10 месяцев назад

very informative, thank you!!

@MelbaMakes 10 месяцев назад

I’m glad it was helpful, thank you for watching! 🤗

@noziphonkosi9861 11 месяцев назад

I've also missed out on a lot of staff but now I've become smarter about buying staff on Marketplace, if the item is in a high demand I usually add money so that they can keep it for me.

@peachtoast137 Год назад

Hi Melba. Great channel. I just subscribed. I always wanted to know how to clean second hand couches since I am looking for a couch myself. By the way, my name is Melba as well! 😊

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you, I’m glad it was helpful 😊 A fellow Melba woohoo! I understand your username lol Melba Toast and Melba Peach!

@karen4you 10 месяцев назад

I was given a good microfiber covered couch and rubbing alcohol put on a white cloth and rubbing the arms of it, changing to a clean area of the cloth often worked perfectly.

@MelbaMakes 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing this tip Karen! 😊

@sammychem5920 10 месяцев назад

Great tips, thank you! Could you please do a video on how to restore a leather couch with scratches? Thanks

@suyelahmad2376 2 месяца назад

Wow beautiful ❤

@sandysherk9834 9 месяцев назад

Beautiful

@imnumber142 Год назад

RU-vid algorithm creepily accurate with this one 😂

@MelbaMakes Год назад

I’m glad RU-vid brought us together 🙌🏽

@internetuser7156 Год назад

Good info!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@sandysherk9834 9 месяцев назад

I love them both. Which did you keep?

@BoppityBoopy 3 месяца назад

Wonderful video. FYI, if the cushion covers come off, wash them. If there is that type of stain, replace the cushion insert. The average cost is $25-$30. Is there a link for your fuzz buster?. Thank you!!

@boonhaven Год назад

Love both sofas.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you Boon ❤️

@KateKrauss Год назад

Love this video, perfect timing for me because I'm actively couch shopping. I have a question: How wet does this make the sofa, any strategies for dealing with the wetness, and do you rinse the solution out or leave it in the couch?

@MelbaMakes Год назад

The bissell machine I used also extracts the liquid out so it’s not dripping wet. But it’s usually dry in less than 24 hours for me (faster if put out in the sun and Bissell, I believe, recommends 4-6 hours before sitting - please double check their website though). I don’t see that it should be rinsed but please double check the instructions of whatever formula you use 😊

@valerieb8506 Год назад

Have ever tried tuff stuff? It’s found in the auto section it’s a foam spray and wipe off with damp cloth it cleans really well that could also be a 1st step it may also get out some of the stains you could’t get out good luck!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you for the tip Valerie! I will check out Tuff Stuff, I haven’t tried it before! 🙏🏽😊

@juliachetverzhuk6023 4 месяца назад

Hi ! Recently found your channel! And subscribed :))) I will be very happy if you can throw here sofa measurements from that west elm sofa that you don’t know the name . I almost sure that is the Harris sofa . Want to find it out by measuring yours lol. It’s beautiful sofa ! And you did incredible work!!! Sorry if I asked too much! Have a great day!

@kalliemj 10 месяцев назад

that leather couch is my favorite. it looks great even with scratches

@MelbaMakes 4 месяца назад

Thank you! 🤗

@savelikeaprowithleah5157 Год назад

I love the idea of free couch! But if i get a couch i will make sure that it has a raised head support, i will not go for only back spport. Back & head has to support for me to be comfortable!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

A great consideration!

@juliebrooke6099 Год назад

This was so interesting. In future please leave the captions on screen a little longer to allow time to read them.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Noted, thank you for this feedback Julie!

@l.g.4451 5 месяцев назад

Both are good-looking contemporary sofas. I would add fiberfill batting to the sagging back pillows to make them look firmer and newer (should have a zipper at bottom). You could also use fabric paint and paint one that doesn't come clean a bit darker. Perhaps a beige tone or med to dark gray. I think you can even use reg paint and mix with fabric softener. Another tip I use is to cover all upholstery fabric with Scotch Gard FIRST, before use. Occasionally adding another layer later, but before it looks dirty. Then a nasty looking sofa wouldn't happen. Great tips/video.

@MelbaMakes 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for ALL of these great tips!! I will look into getting some more fiberfill for the back pillows asap, that will make a big difference quickly I think! 😊🙌🏽

@l.g.4451 5 месяцев назад

I watched another video of yours with the leather sofa. You can buy leather paint to cover scratches. You can even change colors using leather paint. You can use mineral oil/beeswax (buy a cheap toilet ring-it's beeswax) to condition the leather and make it look new and rich. Just buff it afterwards. On the sofa that's missing a piece of fabric- just glue a tiny piece of fabric under the hole or use a little paint to match the sofa, and your eye won't go to the white "hole."@@MelbaMakes

@MelbaMakes 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the additional tips, it may be time for some experimenting soon! 😊🙌🏽

@DelilahHD 6 месяцев назад

Where did you get that magazine stand? It's beautiful.

@angievandermeer2230 5 месяцев назад

I you fill up a spray bottle with half amonia and half water and spray it on super dirty areas, then put a soft brush to the wettened spot. This helps the amonia to penetrate better, then use your bissel machine on top of that and BAM!!!! You will flip out watching all the dirt coming up that clear plastic nozzle on the machine! I had a company that did this service in the Canary Islands. It was a booming business back in the day!

@MelbaMakes 5 месяцев назад

Great to know, thank you for sharing Angie!! 🙌🏽

@EllenEdwards-hb2fh 8 часов назад

We did this with a letter sofa. An than saddle soap it and it looked brand new

@debbiehoefert2349 Год назад

Good video.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thanks Debbie!

@user-zt2wt8bv5j 9 месяцев назад

what were your thoughts on the eddy couch? im glad its easier to clean…im looking to buy the same one! was the texture ok I heard it was a bit rough

@lorahart56 Год назад

What do I not know? How do you see if a fabric is S or W or whatever? Is it supposed to be on the sewn in tag? What if there is no reference? Those couches looked amazing. I don't have all the tools you do, but I still found this vlog useful.

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

If it has a label I usually see it under the seat or back cushion on the couch either as a tag or sewn on! If it’s not there but I know the model of the couch I look on the website!

@ejd8739 Год назад

Please take us estate sale shopping or do videos of your finds. Also home tour

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thanks for this input, it helps to know for our planning - I will be sharing some more finds soon 🙌🏽🛒

@claudetteg9386 3 месяца назад

I have a leather sofa I want to convert to outdoor. Do you know where I can get outdoor slip covers

@designforABC 5 месяцев назад

I learned so much from this! I am curious though, does your cat scratch the couches?

@MelbaMakes 5 месяцев назад

Yay, I’m glad it was helpful! There was no stopping our older cat from scratching occasionally if he didn’t go out enough. Our current cat that we got as a kitten we put a lot of smaller scratchers near areas that he perches. I found videos on Jackson Galaxys channel really helpful, he has a lot of great advice on the subject! Specifically what helped with our current cat was figuring out the type of scratcher he liked and setting a few of those in different areas. Good luck and thank you for watching!

@CLABEJARES Год назад

Great job cleaning the couches, Melba :) I would keep the white one instead of this one. It looks much cleaner and in better shape. It goes well with the rest of your decor.

@MelbaMakes Год назад

Thank you, I am still so torn! 😆 it’s helpful to get some fresh eyes and input, thank you!

@mtlsuzanne Год назад

I'm all for thrifting and saving items from a landfill, but nothing is worth the risk of bedbugs!! Once they get in, you'd have to pitch every other piece of furniture, or cause a building infestation worst case. Glass and metal furniture only, bedbug proof 😬✌️

@nondanelson9553 Год назад

My mom would use white gasoline on S upholstery. I don't know what white gasoline is, but it worked.

@yardi09 10 месяцев назад

What’s the name of the enzymatic cleaner again?

@christinam1846 11 месяцев назад

love how they turned out! what are the couches called?

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

Thank you! The smaller one is the West Elm Eddy sofa and I am not sure about the bigger one, I believe it’s about 10 years old!

@rainbowsuspendrs 11 месяцев назад

Try painting the one with the long cushion! (find a recipe with fabric softener added to the paint - makes it plyable) Try stencils , decoupage, it's a huge canvas waiting for your creativity!

@Scarlet-qg1xi 11 месяцев назад

Are you ever concerned with infestations (fleas, bed bugs, etc) when buying used sofas?

@bunnyrabbitsrcute4293 Год назад

You can actually wash detachable cousin covers in the washing machine by simply zipping back up before washing and put in agitator free washer and hang drying

@MelbaMakes Год назад

So happy a few of you are mentioning this! This is also be better to keep the cushion inserts dry - I will be giving this a try!

@juliewalker862 Год назад

Heeyy girl…so I also didnt follow all directions..I took off cushion fabric and put in washing machine…it was totally fine…yes it was used but there was teenage barf on it..I wanted to make sure it didnt soak into the foam inside the seat cushions!

@MelbaMakes Год назад

I will give this a try! Thanks for sharing the tip and I hope you got it out!

@christineb8148 11 месяцев назад

I have a veery cool vintage mid 60's Henredon sofa in a great curved design. Had it for so long, it's has gotten thrashed, and I'm trying to decide if it's worth getting reupholstered or replaced. I love it and the quality of the original sofa is amazing but it is hard/expensive to get good reupholstery done! Any advice

@MelbaMakes 11 месяцев назад

That is such a cool find! I’ve never gotten estimates for reupholstering or for slipcovers so unfortunately I have no sense of what that might cost or what to look for. I am considering slip covers for the chairs in my room (I share those in latest bedroom video). I can share if/when I have some sense of what they are asking for those! Not sure if the exact style of your couch (I see a couple of Henredon curved sofas) so not sure if slip cover is an option that would work for that style but I assume it would be less than reupholstering completely. Hope to hear what you decide to do!

@catherinestarr8409 10 месяцев назад

How do you factor in the possibility of bedbugs in used furniture like this?

@K.T- 10 месяцев назад

I don't like the white one as much as the gray one and what you seen we don't see, I have a couch like it and it has held up great and very durable filled with down filling..😊😊😊😊😊

@MelbaMakes 10 месяцев назад

After having both I am preferring the gray one more from a comfort perspective - I am enjoying having the single seat cushion (and the down filling) vs three seat cushions! Glad you are enjoying your couch! 🤗