The best way to get hair out of cloth seats is often to use rubber to create static and clump the hair for easy removal.
Here's a breakdown of effective methods:
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Rubber Gloves: A simple and often effective method.
- Put on rubber gloves (like dishwashing gloves).
- Run your gloved hand over the upholstery in one direction.
- The static electricity will lift the hair, causing it to stick to the glove or clump together.
- Remove the hair from the glove and dispose of it or collect the clumps for vacuuming.
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Rubber Brush/Squeegee: Similar to using gloves, but with a dedicated tool.
- Use a rubber brush or squeegee with a rubber blade.
- Stroke the tool across the fabric in short, firm motions.
- The rubber will grab the hair and pull it up.
- Periodically wipe the accumulated hair from the brush/squeegee.
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Vacuum Cleaner: A standard tool, but may need help.
- Use a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment.
- Vacuum the seats thoroughly.
- For stubborn hairs, use the rubber glove or brush method before vacuuming. This will loosen the hairs and make them easier to vacuum up.
- A pet hair attachment (often a rubber blade) can be especially effective.
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Lint Roller: Good for final cleanup.
- Use a sticky lint roller to pick up any remaining loose hairs.
- Replace the sticky sheet as needed.
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Duct Tape/Packing Tape: Use with caution.
- Wrap duct tape or packing tape around your hand, sticky side out.
- Press the tape onto the fabric and lift.
- Be careful when using this method on delicate fabrics as the tape can sometimes pull or damage the material.
Key Considerations:
- Direction: Always work in one direction to avoid pushing the hair further into the fabric.
- Stubborn Hairs: If the hair is deeply embedded, dampen a microfiber cloth and wipe the seat before using one of the methods described above. The moisture can help to loosen the hairs.
- Type of Hair: Pet hair, especially short, stiff hairs, can be particularly difficult to remove. The rubber methods are often the most effective for this type of hair.
