Care and maintenance
Wood Furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way it is cut - for example, the ‘medullary ray’
which can appear on oak furniture is a mark of good quality timber - these are just characteristics of the
natural beauty of the wood. Some furniture is also deliberately aged and rustic.
All timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in shade from
items that have been previously purchased.
How to care for your wood furniture
Furniture with a hard lacquer, wax polish or painted surface should be dusted with a dry cloth.
Spray polishes are best avoided as they contain silicones which may spoil the furniture’s surface by building
up over time. Wipe up spills immediately. If sticky marks occur on the surface they can be removed with a
dilute solution of warm soapy water.
Our furniture will endure most temperatures in the home but it is best to avoid placing furniture next to
heat sources such as radiators or fires. Be particularly careful with solid wood as the lack of humidity caused
by central heating can cause damage such as warping.
Safety Instructions
Never drag furniture when moving it, always lift it. Please take care when handling or moving the furniture as
careless handling may cause damage or injury. No liability will be accepted for damage or injury caused by
incorrectly installed furniture.
Warning:
a)
Do not place very hot or very cold items on the glass surfaces unless adequately thick table mats are
used to prevent such items from coming into contact with the glass.
b)
Do not sit or stand upon the glass surfaces
c)
Do not use the glass as a chopping surface. Do not strike the glass with hard or pointed items.
d)
When cleaning glass panels use a damp cloth or leather with washing up liquid or soft soap if necessary;
do not use washing powders or any other substances containing abrasives since these substances scratch
glass.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Ercol Furniture Ltd, Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. HP27 9PX
www.ercol.com
