Your furniture purchase is an investment. Here are a few tips to maximize the lifetime of your furniture with a
minimal amount of effort. Properly caring for your furniture can help ensure that it looks great year after year.
Wood Furniture Maintenance:
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Always dust, wipe, and clean with the grain of the
wood.
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Dust with a soft cloth. Dust will scratch the
furniture surface if not removed properly.
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If a polished surface becomes cloudy, rub it with a
cloth dipped in a solution of one tablespoon
vinegar to one quart of water. Rub softly with the
grain until the surface is completely dry.
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Soap and water are not advisable for wood
surfaces. Water can penetrate the finish and raise
the grain on wood, causing damage.
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Remember to change dusting cloths frequently as
dirty cloths may scratch your furniture’s surface.
The Enemies of Wood:
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Moisture is wood’s worst enemy. Liquid spills
should be gently wiped up immediately. Coasters
should be used under all beverages.
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Do not allow rubber or vinyl materials to lie on the
furniture. Chemicals in rubber may leave a stain.
Put a strip of felt or leather under accessories that
have rubber or vinyl.
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Heat creates a chemical change in the furniture’s
finish, which may result in a white spot. Use
protective pads under hot dishes, appliances, etc.
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Sunlight’s ultraviolet rays can damage the finish
of furniture. Do not place furniture directly
against a heater or radiator and do not place in the
path of hot streams of air from central heating.
This will cause extreme localized drying of the
wood.
Marble Top Maintenance:
The surface of the marble on your table has been
polished andsealed to create a generally non-porous
surface. The stone has many natural characteristics
including veining, hairline cracks, and color variations,
which make up the stone’s beauty.
To maintain the beauty of your marble:
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Protect surfaces from scratching, staining and
etching by:
Keeping them free of debris or sharp
objects.
Wiping up spills immediately
Avoiding contact with chemicals
(particularly acid-based materials)
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Clean with PH neutral products or those
especially formulated for use on stone.
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It is not recommended to use a water-based
solvent for dark marble as it will remove the
polish from the surface.
Caring for the Fabric on Upholstered Furniture:
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Frequent vacuuming of the entire upholstered
area will prevent dust from settling into the fibers.
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Professional cleaning is always recommended for
all upholstered pieces.
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Do not use cleaning products containing
brightening agents.
ITEM # TA600CB
TAHOE COUNTER BENCH
57” X 15” X 24”
