cleaning cushions

[flasailor]

just bought an 86 hunter34 and the cushions need refreshing, any suggestions?

 

[Admiral]

I am looking for some ideas too. My girlfriend said they need it.

 

[Rich Stidger]

In the absence of a cleaning care label, I would call Hunter for recommendations. I almost expect that dry cleaning will be the choice assuming that you have fabric covers.

 

[kito]

Wouldn't just a good ol' steam cleaner work? After cleaning, just remove the foam and let dry. I would think marine grade fabric can handle it.

 

[nola2172]

We took our cushions to the dry cleaner this spring. They took care of it. If you take the cover off before you give them the cover (I don't think the foam gets cleaned), that is cheaper.

 

[markwbird]

Power wash

I powered washed mine with a little bleach to sanitize them. Our big issue was a musty smell. Another option is to remove cushions, wash covers in machine and soak cushions in water with a little bleach.

 

[spraygun]

My cushions are from 1984. Well some of them still are. Unzip them ,take them off, put them in the wash machine on gentle cycle. They are pretty much indestructible. I've always kept my cushion foam wrapped in plastic. keeps it from getting contaminated from any spills or smell. That's the way it came from the factory.



If you don't have plastic on there it's nearly impossible to put the cushion covers back on. The fabric still looks brand new.