Frequently Asked Questions

Use Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector on upholstery, throw pillows, table linens, fabric purses, clothing, canvas shoes, backpacks, luggage and other fabric items.

At about average room temperature (70 degrees F, 50% Humidity), your fabric or upholstery should dry overnight, but make sure to check before you start using treated surfaces again. When it’s colder or more humid, it might take longer for your surfaces to dry. Ventilating the area by opening windows or using a fan will help Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector dry faster. If you’re just drying between coats, 2 – 4 hours is usually sufficient.

In general, Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector can be used on cotton, polyester, silk, wool, acrylic, nylon, and most other washable fabrics. Do not use on “X” coded fabric (fabric that cannot be cleaned with water or solvents). You can find this code on the tag sewn into your fabric item. It is always best to test on a small, out-of-the-way spot first to make sure your fabric will stay colorfast.

Do not use Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector on leather as it could damage leather surfaces.

Do not use Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector on suede – instead, use Scotchgard™ Suede & Nubuck Protector.

If your fabric is microfiber, we’d recommend testing an out-of-the-way spot before applying Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector on a broad area. Allow it to dry and then look for any change in the feel or appearance of the fabric.

Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector shouldn’t be applied over any ink – like an autograph or sketch in marker or pen – because the ink may not remain colorfast and could bleed.

For upholstery or similar fabrics, reapply Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector every six months or after every professional or water extraction cleaning.

For fabrics that you launder, reapply Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector every time you wash or dry clean your item.

One can protects one average-sized sofa, two chairs, or five jackets. Coverage varies with size, fabric type, and the amount of product you apply.

Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector can be used to protect carpeting in high traffic areas, stair carpeting or rugs, auto mats and flooring, and other rugs and carpets.

Drying time varies based on temperature and humidity but should take about 2 – 6 hours. After 6 hours, vacuum up any white residue left behind. If you apply Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector while your carpet is still wet, it will take longer to dry, and its drying time will depend on how wet the carpet was when it was applied.

In general, Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector can be used on polyester, polyolefin, polypropylene, acrylic, nylon, and colored wool carpets and rugs. It is not recommended for Oriental rugs or white wool.

Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector shouldn’t be used on fabric – instead, use Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector, which is designed specifically to protect fabric and upholstery.

Reapply Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector every time you have your carpet professionally cleaned, or every six months, whichever comes first. In high traffic areas, you may need to reapply Scotchgard™ Rug & Carpet Protector more often.