Course Overview

The Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning Technician (UFT) certification covers upholstery fiber categories, fiber identification and testing, manufacturing of the fiber and fabric, the chemistry of cleaning, methods, protections, spotting, and potential problems.

Upon achieving the certification, you demonstrate you have specific knowledge about fabric and fiber content and furniture construction and can identify limitations and potential cleaning-related problems on a given piece of upholstery.

Who should attend:

The IICRC Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning Technician (UFT) course is designed for carpet cleaners or restoration professionals who also offer carpet cleaning services. Whether you're new to professional fabric and upholstery cleaning or looking to hone your skills to take on new upholstery challenges, this class is a great choice.

Available Formats + Duration

Pre-Requisite

Exam Available

IICRC CECs

Live Stream - 2 days
In-Person - 2 days

None

Yes - IICRC

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What You'll Learn:

The UFT course covers upholstery fiber categories, fiber identification and testing, manufacturing of the fiber and fabric, the chemistry of cleaning, methods, protections, spotting, and potential problems. Participants will learn:

  • How to test for the correct cleaning method
  • How to select the proper chemicals and cleaning equipment
  • The inspection process that can eliminate complaints
  • How to clean bleeders and sensitive fabrics
  • How to test for polished cotton
  • When dry cleaning is the right choice
  • What the codes S, W, and X mean
  • How to recognize, prevent and solve difficult problems

Upcoming Dates

Name Date Location Name Instructor Price Link to Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT) SPANISHThursday, August 21, 2025Live StreamJeff Cutshall$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT)Monday, August 25, 2025Live StreamJeff Cutshall$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT)Monday, September 22, 2025Live StreamShawn Bisaillon$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT)Monday, September 29, 2025Live StreamJeff Cutshall$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT)Wednesday, November 19, 2025Live StreamShawn Bisaillon$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register
IICRC Upholstery & Fabric Technician (UFT)Monday, December 15, 2025Live StreamShawn Bisaillon$325Group Discount - As low as $275Register

IICRC Certification

To earn certification, students must pass the certification exam, which is available for an additional fee paid directly to the IICRC.

Students must visit www.iicrc.org to register online and submit the exam fee prior to or on the first day of class.

Please keep a copy of your payment confirmation or have the means to log in at the end of the scheduled class to report to the instructor once exam registration is complete. You will need to provide proof of registration to complete the exam on the last day of training. Please contact the IICRC with any questions regarding this process.

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