How to remove odors from upholstery – to turn your furniture from musty to marvelous

A dark navy slubby living room corner sofa with a wooden coffee table pulled close.

There is nothing like sinking into a cozy sofa at the end of a long day – but when a musty odor rises to meet us, it can put a damper on the whole day. 

Whether it is the smell of age, the lingering odor from our pets, or the accumulation of a few splashed drinks and cookie crumbs, a dank smell is one of the main signs you need to clean your upholstery with something more than a vacuum.