This is a very common question for those who are deciding whether to waterproof the sofa in their home or not. Yes, it works very well! Waterproofing a sofa fabric, clothing in general is not very difficult. In general, waterproofing companies do this type of service because high toxicity products are commonly used, and therefore you need adequate equipment for PPE, in a ventilated environment. In anticipation of this demand, we produce a toxicity-free product to be used also in the domestic environment. Waterproofing with flammable and toxic solvents is already a thing of the past. The advancement of technology today allows you to have access to non-toxic products that are easy to apply.
Waterproofing a sofa at home is possible and works. However, it is necessary to take some precautions to guarantee a professional result. The main one is INCOME. When using Ecotextil fabric waterproofing, you must respect the average yield of 150ml per m² and the application techniques for absorbent and low-absorbent fabrics.
But do not worry!
In our youtube channel we produce educational videos showing the correct procedure to waterproof a sofa in applications in 9 different types of fabrics; waterproof linen, waterproof chenille, waterproof suede, waterproof automotive seats. Free and very explanatory content that will make you an expert on the subject.
A very common mistake is applying too little product to the surface. In this video we show what happens when you apply too little product, there is not enough force to repel water. After drying, the waterproofing agent does not hold the liquid whereas, in the properly applied fabric, water does not penetrate. It's the most common mistake that, after watching the videos, you certainly won't make.
Waterproofing a sofa at home is much cheaper. And if you have a choice, choose a waterproofing agent that will not react with the fabric and is non-toxic or has a strong smell. Ecotextil fulfills all these requirements: it has no smell, it has no color, it is not toxic, it does not stain the fabric and it is super resistant.
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