Water Damage Cleanup Specific Scenarios

How Long Can Furniture Sit in Water Before Being Ruined?

Water damage cleanup is a challenging task, and it can be even more difficult when the damage is to furniture. Furniture is often made of materials that are easily damaged by water, such as wood, fabric, and leather. The longer furniture sits in water, the greater the damage will be.

In general, furniture should not be left in water for more than 24 hours. After 24 hours, the water will begin to damage the furniture’s finish, and the wood will start to swell. Once the wood swells, it will be difficult to dry out the furniture, and it may even crack or split.

If you have furniture that has been damaged by water, it is important to act quickly. The sooner you begin the cleanup process, the more likely you are to save your furniture.

Here are a few tips for cleaning up water-damaged furniture:

• Remove all of the water from the furniture as quickly as possible. Use a wet/dry vacuum cleaner or a mop to remove the standing water.
• Open all of the doors and drawers to allow the furniture to air out.
• Place the furniture in a warm, dry place to dry out.
• Do not use heat to dry out the furniture, as this can damage the finish.
• If the furniture is made of wood, you may need to sand it down to remove any damaged finish.

If you are not sure how to clean up water-damaged furniture, you should contact a professional water damage cleanup company.