Professional Furniture, Mattress, & Upholstery Cleaning in Tacoma

Your furniture and mattresses deserve the same professional care as your carpets. Rick’s Family Carpet Care provides expert upholstery cleaning in Tacoma and across Pierce County.  We remove deep-seated dirt, allergens, and stains that regular vacuuming can’t reach. 

Since 1977, we’ve been helping Tacoma-Puyallup families extend the life of their furniture while creating healthier, fresher home environments, all backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Ready for cleaner, healthier furniture? Call (253) 988-0522 or request an estimate.

Why Your Furniture & Mattresses Need Professional Cleaning

Your couch absorbs body oils, pet dander, food particles, and allergens every single day. Your mattress, where you spend one-third of your life, can harbor up to 10 million dust mites, along with dead skin cells, bacteria, and allergens that affect your sleep quality and health.

Eliminate Hidden Health Risks

Professional upholstery cleaning protects your family’s health. Dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and bacteria can trigger allergies and worsen asthma, especially for children and sensitive individuals.

Extend the Life of Your Furniture

Quality furniture costs thousands of dollars. A well-maintained sofa or mattress can last 10-15 years, but without professional cleaning, dirt acts like sandpaper, breaking down fibers and accelerating wear. 

Get a Deep, Lasting Clean Tailored to the Fabric Type

Our professional upholstery cleaning service uses manufacturer-approved methods tailored to your specific fabric type, removing 95% of allergens and contaminants while protecting your furniture’s integrity and appearance.

Our Comprehensive Upholstery & Furniture Cleaning Services

Rick’s Family Carpet Care provides complete furniture and mattress cleaning solutions for homes and businesses throughout Tacoma and Pierce County.

Furniture Upholstery Cleaning

• Sofas & Sectionals
• Loveseats & Armchairs
• Dining Room Chairs
• Office Furniture
• Cushions & Pillows
• Ottomans & Benches

Specialized Treatments

• Pet stain and odor removal from upholstery
• Food and beverage spill treatment
• Body oil and sweat stain elimination
• Smoke odor removal
• Fabric protection application

Expert Mattress Cleaning Services

Your mattress affects your health every single night. Our mattress cleaning service in Tacoma removes the hidden threats that accumulate over years of use:

We Clean All Mattress Types

• Memory foam and gel mattresses
• Innerspring and hybrid mattresses
• Pillow-top and Euro-top mattresses
• Box springs and foundations
• Specialty mattresses (organic, latex, etc.)

Our Mattress Cleaning Includes

• Deep extraction of dust mites and allergens
• Stain treatment (including biological stains)
• Sanitizing treatment that kills 99.9% of bacteria
• Deodorizing for fresh, clean-smelling sleep
• Both sides of the mattress are cleaned
• Optional dust mite prevention treatment

Commercial Furniture Cleaning

Businesses throughout Tacoma trust Rick’s for their commercial upholstery cleaning:

• Office buildings and corporate seating
• Restaurant booths and dining chairs
• Hotel and hospitality furniture
• Medical office waiting rooms
• Retail store furniture

For our commercial clients, we offer after-hours scheduling, volume discounts, recurring maintenance programs, and minimal disruption to your business operations.

Couch & Sofa Cleaning

Your couch is where life happens. Movie nights with the family. Lazy Sunday afternoon naps. Working from home with your laptop. Evening cuddles with your pets. With all this daily use, it’s no wonder couches show wear, accumulate stains, and develop that “lived-in” smell.

Results You’ll Notice Immediately:

✓ Brighter, More Vibrant Colors
✓ Soft, Clean-Feeling Fabric
✓ Complete Odor Elimination
✓ Reduced Allergens
✓ Extended Furniture Life

Expert Mattress Cleaning for Healthier Sleep

When was the last time you thought about the cleanliness of your mattress? Out of sight, out of mind, right? But consider this: you spend approximately 2,920 hours per year sleeping on your mattress, which is one-third of your entire life. Shouldn’t it be as clean as possible?

Dust mites, dead skin cells, bacteria, fungi, sweat, and pollen don’t just hide in your mattress; you breathe them in every night while you sleep, potentially triggering allergies, asthma, and other respiratory issues.

We don’t just surface-clean your mattress. Our specialized equipment extracts deep-seated contaminants from within the mattress layers where dust mites and allergens hide. The result? A truly clean, healthy sleep surface.

Frequently Asked Questions About Upholstery & Mattress Cleaning

How long does upholstery cleaning take?

Most furniture pieces take 20-45 minutes to clean, depending on size and condition. A standard couch typically takes 30-40 minutes, while an individual chair takes 15-20 minutes. Sectionals and larger pieces may take 1-2 hours. Mattress cleaning usually takes 30-45 minutes per mattress. We’ll provide accurate time estimates when you schedule your appointment, and we always work efficiently to minimize disruption to your day.

How long until my furniture is dry after cleaning?

With our professional extraction equipment, most upholstered furniture is dry to the touch in 4-8 hours and fully dry within 12-24 hours. Drying time depends on fabric type, humidity levels, and air circulation. We recommend opening windows, running fans, and keeping pets and children off furniture until the area is completely dry. Mattresses typically dry in 6-8 hours. Our powerful extraction removes much more moisture than DIY methods, significantly reducing drying time and preventing mold or mildew issues.

Can you remove pet stains and odors from upholstery?

Yes! Pet stain upholstery cleaning is one of our specialties. We use professional-grade enzyme treatments that break down urine crystals and organic matter at the molecular level, eliminating odors rather than masking them with perfumes. For surface stains, our success rate is excellent. For older stains that have penetrated cushion foam, we may recommend cushion replacement in severe cases, but we’ll always give you an honest assessment and try treatment first. Many pet owners are amazed at how completely we can eliminate odors they thought were permanent.

Is furniture cleaning safe for all fabric types?

Absolutely. We identify fabric types and use manufacturer-approved cleaning methods for each specific material. Before we begin, we test a small hidden area to ensure colorfastness and fabric compatibility. Whether you have delicate silk, durable microfiber, luxurious velvet, or leather furniture, we adjust our techniques, water temperature, and cleaning solutions accordingly.

How often should I have my furniture professionally cleaned?

We recommend professional furniture upholstery cleaning every 12-24 months for average households. However, frequency depends on several factors:

• High-use furniture or homes with pets: Every 6-12 months
• Families with allergies or asthma: Every 6-12 months for health benefits
• Light-use guest room furniture: Every 2-3 years
• Commercial furniture: Every 6-12 months, depending on traffic

For mattresses, we recommend professional mattress cleaning every 6-12 months, especially if anyone in your home has allergies or if pets sleep on the bed. 

Do you clean leather furniture?

Yes! Leather furniture cleaning requires specialized techniques, and we’re experienced with all types of leather and faux leather. Our leather cleaning service includes gentle cleaning to remove dirt, oils, and grime, followed by conditioning treatment that restores moisture and prevents cracking or drying. Leather needs different care than fabric upholstery. It requires pH-balanced cleaners and conditioning to maintain suppleness. 

Can you remove allergens and dust mites from mattresses?

Yes, and this is one of the most important health benefits of professional mattress cleaning. Our hot water extraction process, combined with specialized sanitizing treatment, kills and removes up to 99% of dust mites and their waste products (which are the actual allergens). We also remove dust, pollen, pet dander, and other allergens that accumulate in your mattress over time. Many customers with allergies or asthma report noticeable improvement in their symptoms after having their mattresses professionally cleaned. 

Upholstery and Mattress Cleaning Done Right

Serving Customers in Tacoma, Puyallup, Spanaway, Graham, Yelm, McKenna, Roy, Lakewood, Steilacoom, Dupont, Lacey, Tumwater, University Place, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Sumner, Edgewood, Milton, Kent, Auburn, and Fife