Fabric protector · by CleanSmart
Spills that stay on the surface.
protectME wraps every fibre of your sofa, carpet and dining chairs in an invisible, breathable coating. Wine, coffee, muddy paws and toddler experiments bead up and wipe away — before they ever become a stain.
made in Australia 80–100 ml/m²
- Made in Australia
- Non-toxic & water-based
- Odourless
- Washable up to 30 washes
- Works on most fabrics
In your living room
A sofa, a sprayer, and you're done
Walk the battery sprayer along the sofa in light, even passes. A few minutes and the whole lounge suite is protected for years — no smell, no residue, no change to how the fabric feels.
Shop protectMEDesigned for real homes
Kids, pets, wine nights and everyday messes
Four reasons protectME beats the fabric protector already under your sink.
Fewer chemicals
Water-based and solvent-free, with no harsh or hazardous ingredients. Safe around people and animals once it has dried.
Longer lifespan
Up to three years of protection on upholstery that isn't washed. Your furniture keeps looking new for longer.
Invisible & breathable
No colour change, no stiffness, no smell. Fabric still looks and feels exactly like fabric.
One bottle, most fabrics
Cotton, linen, wool, silk, suede, leather and synthetics — inside the home, outdoors, or across a whole portfolio.
The protectME effect
Protect the fabric before the spill happens
01Spills don't soak in
Liquid beads on top of the fibre so you can blot it away. No scrubbing, no ring left behind, no permanent stain.
02Made for your rooms
Couches, carpets, dining chairs, headboards and outdoor cushions — the fabrics that actually get used every day.
03Less time cleaning
Treat the fabric once and spend the weekend on something better than scrubbing at a cushion.
The spill test
Same chair. Same spill. One side treated.
Drag the handle. On the left the seat is untreated; on the right, the same spill on fabric treated with protectME.
Untreated
protectME
Untreated: absorbed, permanent / protectME: beaded, wipe clean
Give every spill the same ending.
Shop protectMEHow it works
Four steps to stain-proof fabric
protectME uses German nanotechnology to bond an invisible coating to each fibre as it cures.
Check your fabric
Shake well and spray a hidden test patch first for colourfastness. Not every textile is colourfast, and water-based protectME isn't for "dry clean only" fabrics.
Spray an even coat 80–100 ml/m²
Hold the nozzle about 15 cm away and work back and forth until the fabric is evenly moist. Thick or absorbent textiles take a second coat.
Let it cure 12–24 hrs
Leave it a minimum of 12 hours — up to 24 in temperatures below 18 °C. The coating bonds to the fibre as it dries.
Test the beading
Flick a little water onto the surface. Small beads should form and sit on top. If it soaks in anywhere, add another light coat.
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Ready-to-use fabric protection
Every pack is a ready-to-use refill — no diluting. Coverage figures are a guide for most upholstery; dense or absorbent fabric uses more.
Fabric Protector 2L
SKU W-PMT2LA medium sofa, or a set of six dining chairs. Where most people start.
2L + Battery Sprayer
SKU PM5LWSCSThe 2L refill plus the CleanSmart battery sprayer — fast, even coats without a sore hand.
Fabric Protector 5L
SKU W-PMT5LBulk refill for a whole living room, multiple rooms, or back-to-back jobs. Best value per litre.
5L + Battery Sprayer
SKU PMW5LSCSEverything in one box: 5L of protectME and the battery sprayer. The full kit.
Just need the applicator? The CleanSmart Battery Sprayer is $44.95 on its own.
protectME vs the old way
Not the solvent spray you grew up with
| protectME | Solvent-based sprays | |
|---|---|---|
| Base | Water-based | Solvent-based |
| Smell | Odourless | Strong fumes |
| Around kids & pets | Safe once dry | Ventilate & keep clear |
| Changes how fabric feels | No | Can stiffen & go tacky |
| Colour change | None | Possible |
| Protection lifespan | Up to 3 years | 6–12 months |
| Machine washable | Up to 30 washes | Varies |
| Breathable coating | Yes | Often not |
From New Zealand couches
Verified reviews from real homes
Much better than aerosol cans
"Easy to apply with the battery powered spray accessory. Virtually no smell, so much better than aerosol cans of similar products with more toxic ingredients. Enough product for re-application for a few years, so cost effective. A great investment for our new furniture."
Ralph H. Verified New ZealandFabric Protector Spray 2L
The look and feel is unchanged
"I like that this product is eco friendly and odour free. The sprayer works well and made it a quick easy job. The 2 litre bottle covered a three seater couch and one arm chair. The look and feel of the upholstery fabric is unchanged. We will be back for more."
Robyn P. Verified2L + Battery Sprayer
Excellent product
"I purchased this for our new cream-coloured lounge suite. So easy to apply with the sprayer, no scent and it really works to repel liquid. Very happy with the purchase."
Melody B. VerifiedFabric Protector 5 Litre and Sprayer
Didn't change the soft feel of the rug
"I've sprayed a new woollen rug with the waterproof fabric protector. Really easy to use. Time will tell as to how well it protects, but no issues at all so far and the product didn't change the soft feel of the rug at all. Fantastic service."
Deb T. Verified New Zealand
Did the job on my squab covers
"I prefer to use NZ companies and environmental products. This product did the job on my squab covers and other items."
Rae C. Verified New ZealandprotectME 750ml Pack
Great proof of a very good product
"Awesome company, so quick to receive product. Had a query regarding drying time — excellent response, great back-up service and great product. Did a water test after the recommended drying time and the water pooled together well. Great proof of a very good product."
Greg M. VerifiedFabric Protector 5 Litre and Sprayer
Protect yours before the next spill.
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Questions before you spray
Is it safe for kids and pets?
Yes. protectME is water-based and contains no harsh or hazardous ingredients. Once it has fully cured it is safe to use around children and animals.
Will it change the colour or feel of my fabric?
It shouldn't — the coating is invisible and breathable, so fabric keeps looking and feeling the same. Always spray a hidden test patch first, as not all textiles are colourfast. Because it's water-based, we don't recommend it on "dry clean only" fabrics.
How long does the protection last?
Up to three years on upholstery that isn't washed. On washable items it holds for around 30 washes. Re-apply after a professional deep clean.
What can I use it on?
Cotton, linen, wool, silk, suede, leather and synthetics — sofas, dining chairs, carpet, curtains, outdoor cushions, footwear and bags. Suitable for use inside and outside the home, and commercially.
How much do I need?
Between 80 and 100 ml per square metre, depending on how absorbent the surface is. A 2L pack covers up to about 20 m². Thick textiles may need a second coat.
How soon can we use the furniture again?
Once it's fully cured — a minimum of 12 hours, and up to 24 hours in temperatures below 18 °C.
Do you ship across New Zealand?
Yes. protectME is stocked and dispatched by CleanSmart, with free shipping on NZ orders over $150.
Stop stains before they start