Upholstery Cleaning & Delicate Fabric Care Course – 2 Days (UK)

Upholstery Cleaning & Delicate Fabric Care Course 

Delivered by Train to Clean | Hosted at Cleanspec Cumbria - Penrith, UK

Instructors: Jared Long & Lee Breen

Train to Clean’s 2-day Upholstery Cleaning & Delicate Fabric Care Course, hosted here at Cleanspec Cumbria, is designed to give you the skills, confidence, and practical experience needed to clean upholstery safely and professionally — including fine and delicate fabrics.

Whether you’re new to upholstery cleaning or looking to improve your existing results, this training provides a strong foundation in upholstery inspection, fibre identification, safe cleaning methods, and professional stain removal. You’ll learn how to approach a wide range of fabric types with confidence, while avoiding common risks such as colour bleed, shrinkage, distortion, pile damage, and over-wetting.

Led by highly respected industry trainers Jared Long and Lee Breen, this course blends structured classroom learning with hands-on practical sessions, allowing you to put techniques into action and ask questions throughout. By the end of the two days, you’ll have a clearer understanding of fabric construction and behavior, know which methods and products are safest to use in different situations, and be better equipped to deliver consistent, professional results that customers will trust.

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Beginners wanting to start upholstery cleaning with confidence

• Experienced cleaners looking to improve technique and results

• Technicians wanting to expand into delicate fabric cleaning

• Anyone aiming to offer higher-value services and increase revenue

What You Will Learn

Throughout the course you will cover essential skills needed for professional upholstery and delicate fabric care, including:

Fabric Identification & Pre-Inspection

• Identifying common upholstery fibres and fabric types

• Pre-inspection and risk assessment procedures

• Colourfastness testing and safe pre-testing methods

Cleaning Methods & Practical Techniques

• Hot Water Extraction (HWE) upholstery cleaning

• Bonnet cleaning

• Encapsulation cleaning

• Upholstery shampooing and low-moisture options

Stain Removal & Problem Solving

• Stain identification and correct treatment processes

• Choosing the right chemicals and dilution ratios

• Preventing wick-back, browning, and rapid re-soiling

Equipment, Products & Drying

• Machine setup and safe operation

• Selecting suitable solutions and spotting products

• Drying techniques using air movers and dehumidifiers

Professional Standards & Customer Care

• Best practice health & safety guidance

• Communicating clearly with customers and managing expectations

• Aftercare advice and long-term upholstery maintenance tips

What’s Included

• Practical, hands-on training with real upholstery suites

• Course manual / training materials

• Certificate of attendance upon completion

• Buffet lunch and light refreshments both days
  (Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.)

Course Price & Duration

• Duration: 2 Days

• Price: £300.00

Available Dates

• 26th & 27th February 2026

• 14th & 15th May 2026

Course Location

📍 Hosted at Cleanspec Cumbria Training Centre
62 Gilwilly Rd, Gilwilly Industrial Estate, Penrith, CA11 9BL

• Easy access from the M6

• Free on-site parking

• Close to Penrith Train Station with direct rail links

• Local accommodation available nearby

NCCA Qualification Route

This course is offered in conjunction with the Professional Carpet Cleaning & Stain Removal Course, allowing students to qualify for the NCCA entrance exam. Join the only nationally recognised trade association in the industry — the NCCA — and take the next step towards recognised professional accreditation.

Need Help Choosing the Right Course?

If you are unsure which course might be most suitable for you, or would simply like to discuss a course before booking, please get in touch:

📧 Email: info@cleanspec-cumbria.co.uk (please include your phone number)
📞 Call our sales office: 01768 865812