How to Protect Your Med Spa Chair & Treatment Table Upholstery (Without Shortening Its Lifespan)

Your Med Spa chair or wellness table gets used all day, every day. Between treatments, consultations, and client turnover, upholstery takes a beating, especially if it isn’t properly cared for. But routine care isn’t just about appearance: it’s about hygiene, comfort, and preserving your investment over the long term.

Here’s how to clean, protect, and prolong the life of your medical chairs/tables, plus the best products to help you do it.

Why Upholstery Care Matters

Upholstered surfaces, even when they look clean, can harbor germs and contaminants if left untreated. In medical environments, fabrics and synthetic leather can trap bacteria, viruses, and skin oils, creating risk zones between clients. 

Plus, improper cleaning agents (like bleach or alcohol wipes) can break down the protective coating on synthetic leather, leading to cracks, discoloration, stiffness, and surface failure over time.

The Right Way to Clean Upholstery in Medical Environments

The goal is simple: sanitize effectively without harming the material. That means using products formulated for medical environments that are safe for synthetic leather and other treatment surfaces.

 1. Prevention One-Step Disinfectant Cleaner Wipes

Keeping equipment clean between clients is a must, and this is where Prevention Wipes shine. These EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant wipes kill most viruses, bacteria, fungi, and more in just one minute using Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide (AHP), without harsh odors or damaging chemicals. They’re safe for synthetic upholstery and help maintain surface integrity.

Best for: Daily wipe-downs of chairs, tables, stools, face cradles, countertops, and any other high-touch surfaces.

  2. Leather Cleaner and Conditioner

Leather cleaner and conditioner should be used once a month to help target stains while cleaning, moisturizing, and refreshing leather and synthetic upholstery. As part of a regular maintenance routine, it lifts buildup, revives the surface, and helps keep upholstery looking clean, fresh, and well cared for over time. Many of our clients have had great success using Leather CPR, which is available on the manufacturer’s website as well as many online and retail locations.

  3. Mild Soap and Water

For stains and general cleaning, mild detergent and water can be an effective and gentle option for synthetic and medical-grade upholstery. However, it should not be used between patients, as it is not a substitute for proper disinfection in a medical environment.

Choosing the Right Furniture, and Caring for It

High-quality equipment deserves high-quality care. Investing in durable chairs and tables not only elevates your client experience, it makes cleaning and maintenance easier, and more effective.

1. Upgrade Medical Spa Chair

Comfortable and versatile, this medical spa chair is designed for daily use in aesthetics, treatments, and wellness services. It features medical-grade microfiber synthetic vegan leather upholstery that is highly durable but still requires regular maintenance to look and perform at its best—starting with proper disinfection and conditioning. For added convenience, the upholstery cushions can be swapped out to extend the chair’s lifespan. 

Pairing quality furniture like this with the right cleaning products helps ensure it remains comfortable for clients and resists wear and tear.

2. LEC Pedestal Electric Lift Medical Wellness Table

The LEC Pedestal Electric Lift Medical Wellness Table is built for daily use and comes standard with Comfort-Flex™ upholstery, designed for long-lasting durability, comfort, and resistance to moisture, oils, and wear. An Ultraleather® upholstery upgrade is also available, offering a soft, premium feel, excellent stain resistance, and a refined appearance. Despite their outstanding durability, both upholstery options require regular maintenance to maintain their appearance over time.

Like any high-contact surface, regular care with approved cleaning and conditioning products helps protect the upholstery and extend its lifespan.

What to Avoid (and Why)

• Bleach or bleach wipes – Can break down protective coatings, causing cracking and discoloration.
• Alcohol-based wipes – rapidly dry the material, leading to stiffness and surface failure.
• Quaternary ammonium compounds (“quats”) – over time, quaternary ammonium compounds can break down upholstery coatings, causing dryness, discoloration, stiffness, and premature wear.
• Household disinfectant wipes  –are harsh on upholstery, can damage protective coatings, and are not recommended for medical environments where EPA-registered disinfectants are required.
• Disinfectant Sprays – degrade synthetic leather and shorten upholstery life.

Over time, frequent use of these products can lead to premature wear and surface damage.

Quick Maintenance Tips

Daily — wipe down chairs, tables, and high-touch areas with Prevention wipes between clients.

Weekly — inspect for small cracks or damage; address them early before they worsen. 

Monthly — condition synthetic upholstery with products designed to restore moisture and flexibility (avoid harsh oils or acidic cleaners).

As needed— for stains, mild soap and water is often the most effective and safest first step.

Final Thoughts

Proper upholstery care is more than aesthetics. It’s about safety, professionalism, and smart investment protection. Choosing the right cleaning supplies, such as Prevention Wipes, combined with quality equipment like the Upgrade Medical Spa Chair and LEC Pedestal, helps keep your practice looking sharp and running smoothly.

Have questions about care or products? Contact us, we’re here to help.