12 Quick and Effective Ways to Clean Pet Hair from Furniture

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We love having a pet at home because it is such a source of joy. They are so loving and caring, but we also intimately know the challenge of managing all the pet hair around. It is like, no matter how many times a week you clean, your furniture has pet hair all over it again the next day.

Good thing we made this comprehensive list of 12 easy methods on how to get rid of pet hair on your furniture as clean and hair-free couches make your home a more comfy space!

Use a Lint Roller

A lint roller works particularly in getting pet hair from furniture. Just roll the sticky side over all the areas and see it grabbing all stray hairs. It is ideal for fabric furniture… it also works on clothing.

Damp Rubber Glove

Run your hand over the surface while wearing a damp rubber glove pick up pet hair. And since the glove is wet, it generates static and acts like a magnet when it comes to hair that is hidden or in “unreachable” places. Wash the glove off as needed, and repeat with hair removal as necessary.

Velcro Brush

A particular type of brush is a Velcro brush, which is re-usable and similar to a lint roller. Pull the brush in one side direction of your furniture and the hair will get trapped in its bristles. Then simply rinse of the brush and re-use. This alternative is good for all types of furniture.

Vacuum with a Pet Hair Attachment

Almost all vacuum models come with attachments specifically for removing pet hair. The rubber bristles serve to attract and capture hair, pulling it off furniture instead of pushing it further into the fabric or onto the cushion. Use an upholstery or furniture attachment to make sure you won’t accidentally tear the fabric.

Use a Dryer Sheet

It is perfect for pulling off pet hair from furniture surfaces. According to ByNext, dryer sheets have an antistatic nature, which helps release hair, and once loose, they are easy to wipe away with a cloth or vacuum cleaner. This can also be a great approach to remove the odors from your furniture.

Duct Tape

If you’re without Velcro brush, duct tape will do in a pinch. Wrap a piece of tape around your hand sticky-side-up and let it run over furniture. This tape is there to get stray hairs, and you can even replace these levels as needed.

Rubber Broom

When it comes to dealing with pet hair on furniture and cleaning your cushions, a rubber broom will come in handy. According to Fuller Brush Company, the rubber bristles provide static electricity so that you will easily pick up the hair and remove it. This is great for all furniture, as well as getting hair out of most carpets and rugs.

Fabric Softener Spray

Fill a squirt bottle with fabric softener and mist upholstery to ease pet hair off of furniture. Mix equal parts water and fabric softener into a spray bottle and lightly mist it over sections of your leather, being careful not to soak the material in solvent. Wait a few minutes and then wipe off with cloth or vacuum.

Use a Squeegee

A regular window washing squeegee can also clean your furniture of pet hair. Run the squeegee over your furniture, and all of those hairs will collect. For bear hair, you rinse out the squeegee and run through it again, repeating with cleanings until all of the hair is removed.

Use a Pet Hair Remover Tool

Specialized tools created for pet hair, like extended-handled rubber brushes and unique combs, can remove pet hair from furniture. They also help reach places that vacuums simply cannot reach, like between appliances and in zero-clearance spaces.

Regularly Brush Your Pets

The quickest way to remove fur from furniture is by brushing your pets regularly. This prevents loose fur from falling into your furniture. You can reduce hair growth of your pets and keep it healthy by just distributing some oil over their fur, which will prevent the shedding of hair.

Microfiber Cloth

Microfiber cloths are perfect to keep dirt away from your home but they also work wonders with pet hair. Get it lightly wet, and then rub over your furniture to pick up hair. It is also available in a washable fabric, eventually reducing your waste output from throwaway cloths.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.