If your furniture looks dull or has excessive stains, it’s time to clean it. While you can keep your furniture somewhat clean yourself, it’s helpful to have professional upholstery cleaning services on a regular basis to prevent excessive wear and tear. A good rule of thumb would be to clean your furniture upholstery once a year. If you have a full household and use your living room as a gathering space, you may want to bring in an upholstery-cleaning expert more frequently.