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Recommended Cleaning
Instructions
(Provided by the.. Joint Industry
Fabric Standards Committee)
When considering the
purchase of upholstered products, look for specific information
regarding fabric cleaning methods recommended by the Joint Industry
Standards Committee. Manufacturers, based on information from their
fabric sources and laboratory testing, add an alphabetical symbol to
each new fabric swatch denoting cleaning method. Symbols and their
meanings adopted by the Joint Committee are as follows:
Code “W”
Clean only with water based shampoo or foam upholstery cleaner.
Do not over wet. Do not use solvents to spot clean. Pile fabrics
may require brushing to restore appearance. Cushion covers
should not be removed and laundered.
Code “S”
Clean only with dry cleaning solvent. Do not saturate. Do not
use water. Pile fabrics may require brushing to restore
appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and dry
cleaned.
Code “SW”
Clean with shampoo, foam or dry cleaning solvents as desired. Do
not saturate with liquid. Pile fabrics may require brushing to
restore appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and dry
cleaned.
Code “X”
Do not clean with either water or solvent based cleaner. Use
vacuuming or light brushing only.
It is extremely
important to pre-test your cleaning method on a hidden area of the
fabric to determine if the colors bleed or if the fabric shrinks.
When in doubt, seek the help of a professional furniture cleaner.
Routine Care
Properly cared for
furniture wears longer and will bring you many years of comfort and
enjoyment. Simple directions for the regular care of your upholstery
include vacuuming or brushing your upholstery with soft bristle
brush weekly. Use a professional furniture cleaning service for
overall soiled condition. For vinyl — sponge with warm mild soapy
water. Remove solution with a clean, damp soft cloth. Never remove
cushion covers even if they have zippers.
Leather Care &
Cleaning
The following
information will help you care for and maintain your leather
product:
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Avoid placing your
furniture in direct sunlight as this may cause your leather to
fade over a period of time. ......Do not place in windows or
under skylights.
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Try to maintain at
least two feet between your furniture and heating sources.
Prolonged exposure to heat can cause your leather to dry out.
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Dust with a clean,
dry cloth, or use the soft brush attachment on your vacuum. If a
spot needs special attention, ......a damp cloth or sponge
soaked in lukewarm mild soapy water can be used. Dry with a
woolen cloth and wait ......until completely dry before using.
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Never allow spills
to set.
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Never use
aggressive substances such as stain removers, cleaning solvents,
turpentine, shoe polish, ammonia water, or any other type of
chemical solution on your leather.
Note:
When cleaning leather work in a circular motion from the outer edge
of the spill and work toward the middle.
Repairing Top
Grain Leather
If you should scratch,
burn, rip or cut your leather furniture, it can be easily repaired
by a professional leather technician. In most cases, your leather
furniture can be repaired so that the restoration cannot be
detected.
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