Upholstery Cleaning Googong NSW

How Rachel Got Her Lounge Back with Our Upholstery Cleaning Service

See our AMAZING RESULTS below!

Hi, I’m Nicholas Martinuzzi, owner of Exceed Carpet Cleaning. When Rachel from Googong, NSW reached out to us, she wasn’t just looking to tidy up her lounge — she needed a real refresh. Her couch had taken a beating from everyday use (plus a motocross-loving partner!), and she was looking for a solution that would make it look great and stay clean longer. I knew we could help with our thorough upholstery cleaning service — and if you’re in Googong and want similar results, you might want to keep reading.

Here’s Rachel’s Story

Rachel had one of those comfy lounges that just invites you to collapse into it at the end of the day — but over time, it had soaked up more dirt and oil than she was comfortable with. Between daily wear and her partner’s motocross hobby, the lounge had turned into a bit of a grime magnet. She wanted it restored, but more than that — she wanted a way to keep it clean longer. That’s where the fabric protection conversation started.

Check out Before, During and After Images of this Job

What We Found When We Arrived

When we walked into Rachel’s home, we could tell the lounge had seen better days.

You know when you can almost feel the couch clinging to the day’s dust and sweat? That was the case here. The cushions had developed a greasy, darkened look — especially along the armrests and where heads tend to rest. It’s the kind of buildup that happens slowly over time and suddenly becomes impossible to ignore.

The fabric itself had lost its brightness. The texture was matted down from wear, and underneath that surface layer was a cocktail of body oils, dirt, and fine dust ground in from everyday life. Not to mention, Rachel’s partner rides motocross — which meant the occasional layer of post-ride grime made its way to the couch, too.

It wasn’t just a matter of appearance — the lounge felt dirty.

How We Brought Rachel’s Lounge Back to Life

We kicked off the job with a full pre-inspection and explained the process to Rachel step-by-step. Transparency is key — we want customers to know exactly what we’re doing and why.

Next came the deep steam cleaning. We used high-temperature water extraction to flush out the embedded grime, oils, and microscopic dirt that was lodged deep in the fibers. Think of it like a detox for your couch — we weren’t just cleaning the surface, we were cleaning the history out of that lounge.

The transformation was immediate. As the steam worked its way through the fabric, the lounge’s original color began to emerge again. Stains lightened, then disappeared. The fibers plumped up, looking soft and vibrant — like the lounge was breathing again.

Then came the real game-changer: our professional-grade fabric protection treatment.

We applied a specialized coating that creates an invisible barrier over the fabric. It doesn’t change the look or feel — but it does help repel spills, body oils, and dirt going forward. Perfect for Rachel’s situation. Her lounge was not only clean again — it was ready to stay that way.

The Amazing Results (Yes, It Looked Brand New)

By the time we finished, the lounge had gone from tired and worn-out to fresh, soft, and totally revived.

The stains and darkened areas? Gone.
That greasy, matted look? Gone.
The dullness? Replaced with a clean, bright, like-new appearance.

Rachel was thrilled — and honestly, so were we. There’s nothing better than seeing a piece of furniture come back to life. That’s why we do what we do.

And with the fabric protection now in place, she wouldn’t have to worry nearly as much about motocross dirt or daily wear dragging it back to where it was.

And what does Rachel think?

Here’s what Rachel had to say after we wrapped up the job:

Simple. Straight to the point. And most importantly — she was happy. That’s what makes it all worth it.