f.
When the chair is used it will show signs of the sitting position. Leather stretches under load, partly due to
the elasticity of the foam below. The resulting "puddling effect" is a perfectly normal phenomenon. You can
reduce puddling by smoothing the seat with your hands each day. (illus.7). Signs of use will also be visible
on the chair back. Leather is a fantastic material which grows in beauty as it is used!
Illus. 7
4.2
Fabric
a.
The chair should be vacuumed weekly using the upholstery brush attachment. Small particles of grit have
an abrasive effect, accelerating wear.
b.
Almost any fabric will fade to some extent under the influence of sunlight. Cotton fabrics are more sensitive
to this than wool. Lighter colours generally fade less than darker shades. If possible it is best to avoid
exposing furniture to direct sunlight.
c.
Different fabrics will behave differently on the same model of chair, mostly due to variations in elasticity.
The more elastic the fabric the more visible the folding will be, particularly around the seams.
4.3
Foam
Your chair will adjust to your body shape. On a hard surface, your body must adjust to the chair. But comfort
chairs are the opposite. Foam adjusts to circumstances slowly, depending on aspects such as duration of
daily use, temperature and body weight.
The adjustment period depends on usage and can take up to six months. After this usage period, optimal
comfort levels are achieved.
Polyurethane Foam
Polyurethane foam is the primary material that determines comfort. This product is often called “cold foam”.
It is non-toxic, produced without CFKs, and is recyclable. A characteristic of cold foam is that it is fairly rigid
at first, but becomes more flexible with use. Stiffness reduces by about 15%, after which the material
stabilizes.
4.4
General Information
a.
Every piece of furniture we produce is made with the greatest care. Chairmaking is a labour-intensive
process, every chair is made by hand and so no two chairs are completely identical. Minor variations in
appearance are inevitable and underline the fact that these are craftsman products.
b.
Most recliners are fitted with a zipper in the back. This zipper is required for upholstering purposes. We use
so-called invisible zippers. However, in some cases, the black zipper might be visible. (Illus. 8) Because of
tensions to the seat cover, the zipper might be visible. This could also be the result of pressure on leather
when somebody sits down in the recliner. The zipper is particularly visible at the point where several pieces
of leather meet. Unfortunately, this is unavoidable.
c.
Because a recliner consists of many moving parts, it is almost impossible to adjust the system soundlessly.
These noises and “creaks” might be audible when the position of the recliner is changed, as well as when it
is in neutral position. If the recliner has not been placed on a flat surface, this may also cause creaking.
d.
Distribute your weight evenly along seat and backrest. You might tend to lean more to the right or left in
your recliner. Please be aware that your recliner will shift along with you. You might cause the cover of your
recliner to shift to the right or left (i.e. crooked) along the back of the chair. A recliner shapes to its user.
e.
Do not use armrests as a ladder, stool, or seat.
f.
Do not stand on the seat. This will cause overburdening of the springs.
g.
Do not kneel on the seat to look over the back.
Illus. 8
For further information you should consult your retailer, or visit our website at:
www.sittingvision.com
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