CAUTION
With a little care you can prolong the
life of your Can Sofa and keep the foam
and fabric in good condition.
Follow the instructions for the materials
of your specific sofa to make sure that
it stays in the best shape for as long as
possible.
The information below is only intened as
a general guideline. For more informa-
tion on how to remove specific stains,
please enquire where you bought
the furniture.
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Always remove stains quickly before
they can do any permanent damage
to the furniture.
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Avoid placing the furniture in direct
sunlight or near a strong heat source
to reduce changes. HAY only uses
top-quality fabrics but all fabrics fade,
and seams weaken, when exposed to
sunlight or strong heat.
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General exposure to dust and dirt
wears down the fabric. Regular
cleaning is important in order to keep
the upholstery looking its best and to
prolong its life.
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The upholstery is fixed and cannot be
removed.
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When you move your furniture, make
sure you lift it rather than pulling or
pushing it to avoid damaging the legs
and mountings.
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Avoid improper use such as sitting on
the back or armrests, or standing on
the sofa.
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Be careful not to scratch or damage
the surface with sharp objects.
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S mooth out creases and wrinkles with
your hand after use to even out the
fabric and prevent seam lines from
becoming skewed.
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Tighten up the screws after one
to two months’ use and whenever
required.
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Plump the cushions regularly to
maintain the shape. (See step 18-19)
FABRICS
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Vacuum the furniture regularly to
remove dust and avoid fluff and
pilling.
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Straighten the fabric with your hands
from time to time. Wrinkles in the
fabric can be straightened using a
steamer.
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Soak up spilled liquids with an
absorbent napkin or cloth by dabbing
gently towards the centre of the stain.
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Never use concentrated detergents or
bleach, ammonia or soap intended for
hard surfaces.
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We do not recommend spot cleaning
of individual marks and stains as
this damages the fabric and causes
colour loss.
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On wool fabrics, most stains can be
removed with lukewarm water on a
clean lint-free cloth. If necessary,
add a little neutral detergent. Avoid
rubbing the material hard as this
could result in loss of colour and
damage the fabric. It may also be
necessary to use a hairdryer to avoid
leaving an water outline. If the stain
persists, consult a specialist cleane.
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ANILINE LEATHER
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Aniline leather has no or only a light
surface treatment to preserve the
leather’s natural surface and
soft touch.
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All natural markings, such as scars
and insect bites, will be visible on
aniline leather, which contributes to
the leather’s exclusive appearance.
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This kind of leather is very
susceptible to dirt, and over time
it will patinate and become slightly
darker.
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Be careful not to scratch the leather.
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Aniline leather is demanding to
maintain, and we recommend that
you keep a cleaner and care product
suitable for this type of leather
at hand. Using water may leave a
permanent stain on the surface.
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Do not use sharp objects, strong
detergents or solvents on the leather.
POWDER COATED OR CHROMED STEEL
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Wipe with a clean cloth wrung in
water or in a solution of water and
a neutral detergent. Remove soap
residue immediately using a clean,
dry cloth.
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Avoid using scouring cream or
scouring pads, as they may scratch
the surface.
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White spirit (mineral spirit) can be
used to care fully remove stains from
chromed surfaces.
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Do not use solvents as they may have
an adverse effect on the coating.
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Never use acetic acid or citric acid.
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