Caring for Your Furniture, Fabrics & Leather
Wood and veneer:
- For wooden and upholstered furniture: protect from damp and heat, extreme temperature fluctuations and direct sunlight. Always lift furniture, do not slide unless on castors.
- Wood and veneer are affected by light. For the first 6—8 weeks, when the item is first absorbing the surrounding light, keep the surfaces clear of any objects or decorations. It is possible that uneven light absorption could result in permanent marks and circles. New furniture will also need time to absorb light before it will match the tone of your existing furniture.
- Water is only to be used in small quantities and only in the form of a damp cloth. After wet wiping, always wipe dry with a dry cloth immediately.
- Wood and veneer are very sensitive to liquids. Wipe up spilled liquids immediately.
- It is possible to re-finish furniture that has been damaged. The cost of re-finishing depends on the amount and type of damage and the size of the piece. We can organise this service for you through the showroom.
Fabrics:
- For upholstered furniture: plump up, reverse, rotate and regularly vacuum sofa cushions for even wear. If you wish we can 'scotch-gard' upholstery at the time of order, to enhance wear and stain resistance.
- Always try to remove fabric stains with the mildest cleaning product — do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners.
- Do not home-wash fabrics, unless indicated.