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Care and Maintenance
Wood Furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way it has been cut. These are just
characteristics of the natural beauty of the wood and is a mark of good quality timber.
All timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in
shade from items that have been previously purchased.
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. To protect the life of your chairs, wipe up spills immediately
with a clean, dry cloth.
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.
Fabric
Prompt attention to your stain is advisable. Clean up as much of the spill as possible with a
clean, dry, white cloth. Take care not to rub the stain in further, but instead gently blot the
material.
If the stain has dried, remove excess by gently using a soft nylon brush.
Never use a cleaning solvent containing bleaching agents. Test a mild upholstery cleaning
solution in an inconspicuous area. Begin with a few drops of the solution on a cloth, hold it
against the color and wait a few seconds. Look to see if any of the fabric color has transferred
to the cloth or if there has been a change in the color of the fabric. If so, contact an
upholstery professional for cleaning.
Apply a small amount of a mild cleaning solution to the cloth. Oversaturation may affect the
upholstery materials (backing, foam, etc.) under the fabric.
