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Sofas--also known as couches--are typically used daily, making them prone to wear and tear. Water spilled on your couch can leave a nasty stain and cause your sofa to look dingy. Remove water stains with the method that works with your type of sofa.
Suede Sofa
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Step 1
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Dampen a soft cloth with denatured alcohol.
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Step 2
Test the denatured alcohol in an inconspicuous spot before continuing. If damage occurs, discontinue use.
Step 3
![Polishing the work surfaces](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/94/107/173263623.jpg)
Rub the water stain gently with the dampened cloth.
Step 4
![Interior of modern living room](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/103/215/83115194.jpg)
Allow to air dry. Do not apply heat.
Velvet Sofa
Step 1
![Detail of green velvet chair](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/178/218/92573289.jpg)
Dampen a soft cloth with clean cool water.
Step 2
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Pat the water stain with the soft cloth.
Step 3
![Close-up of a hair dryer, hairbrush and curlers](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/129/236/57283437.jpg)
Dry the area with a hair dryer set on the lowest setting. Move the hair dryer in a slow back and forth motion.
Leather Sofa
Step 1
![Modern living room and atrium](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/56/236/80611936.jpg)
Wet a soft cloth with cool water. Wring the cloth out to remove excess water. The cloth should be damp not soggy.
Step 2
![White vinyl sofa](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/110/199/87620383.jpg)
Allow the area to air dry. Do not apply heat to speed up the drying process.
Step 3
![Leather car seat](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/129/151/87724146.jpg)
Treat the sofa with an approved leather conditioner.
Other Sofas
Step 1
![Running water](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375///photos.demandstudios.com%2Fgetty%2Farticle%2F41%2F234%2F78155993.jpg?l=0&u=176&r=1499&lo=1675)
Create a mixture of equal parts water and distilled white vinegar.
Step 2
Saturate a soft cloth in the mixture. Wring the cloth so that it is damp.
Step 3
Test the water-vinegar mixture in an inconspicuous spot before continuing. If damage occurs, discontinue use.
Step 4
![Woman carrying clean linen](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/88/134/89794209.jpg)
Wipe the water stain with the cloth. Gently rub until the water stain disappears.
Step 5
![Laptop on sofa](https://img.hunkercdn.com/375/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/244/112/200155113-009.jpg)
Allow to air dry completely.