can you wash next sofa cushions

[VonJade]

Ah, the great sofa cushion gamble! It's a question that has surely kept many a homeowner up at night, staring at a biscuit crumb and contemplating a trip to the washing machine.

Based on the official care instructions from Next itself, putting those cushion covers in for a spin is a definite no-no. They are quite clear, stating, "Do not remove cushion or frame covers for separate cleaning or washing." Instead of a domestic wash cycle, they firmly point in the direction of the pros, recommending professional cleaning for their upholstered items.

You're not alone in this conundrum, though. The cleaning wizards in the Mrs Hinch Facebook groups are also debating this very topic, specifically for boucle weave sofas. While the temptation to solve a stain with a quick wash is strong, it seems the official word is to resist. Taking matters into your own hands could lead to a tragedy of shrunken, misshapen, or faded covers, and nobody wants their sofa to look like it's had a very bad day.

So, to keep your Next sofa looking next-level, it's best to heed the manufacturer's advice and call in a professional when a deep clean is needed.