Care Tips
fabric --- How to care for fabrics.
Choosing to use the best fabric and upholstery protection that money can buy means you care about your home furnishings, that you want to keep them looking fresh and new as long as possible.

We recognize that a few moments of care will yield a generous dividend, the peace of mind that comes from knowing your belongings are protected from such unexpected hazards as stains and spills.

Of course, you can't keep your upholstery covered all the time to help protect against everyday soiling that comes from dust, airborne cooking oils, hair oils, and dirt carried in on clothing, shoes and pets. That's why selecting a Fabric Care Program is such an excellent idea.

wood --- How to care for quality wood furniture.
For you to get the most value from your wood furniture you should establish a quality wood care program. A good program will help protect the wood, preserve it and enhance its beauty!

Wood furniture which is kept in appropriate room conditions and is not abused can last for many years. To maintain the beauty of color depth and elegance of your furniture, dust regularly and clean the surface with quality products. Use as directed for maximum performance.

To enhance the appearance of your furniture, use polishes that bring out its natural beauty, shine, and depth of the finish. Paste wax can hide some signs of wear and minor defts in the finish. It will provide protection from spills and wear. Don't use soap and water to clean furniture, it diminishes the shine. If the polish is used properly there should not be a concern of polish build-up. For best results, follow the directions before use. Good furniture polish contains cleaners which will remove the previos layer of polish and the dirt which accumulated between applications.

Avoid spilling liquids in the decorative route lines, corners, edges recessed areas or finishing tops. Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Absorption of liquids will cause the wood to warp and finishes to lift from the wood.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

• Maintain even humidity conditions in your home to prevent splitting and cracking of the wood.
• Avoid writing directly on the surface to prevent marking.
• Avoid placing in direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Avoid using rubber-baed plastic placemats to prevent discoloring.
• Avoid using glass cleaners on the woods' finish Ammonia can cause discoloration and dull the finish.
• Avoid placing hot kettles, pots, etc. on surfaces as they will cause damage to the finish.

leather --- How to care for leather furniture.
Leather is one of man's oldest materials. In fact, there is little doubt that even primitive versions existed. It truly is a material that has stood the test of time. Leather is the only material that gets better and more luxurious with age. No other material is so durable, easy to care for and natural. Because leather "breathes," it won't pick up on surrounding room temperatures, whether too cold or too hot.

These simple steps will extend the life of your leather furniture:

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

• Heat and light are not your furniture's best friends. Try to keep leather upholstery two feet or more from direct heat and remember that leather (especially aniline and nubuck) will fade if near windows, under skylights or in direct sunlight.
• Keep your furniture dust and dirt free. Dusting and occasional vacuuming with a soft brush will prevent dirt and dust from being ground into the leather.
• Deal with spills and soil gently (never scrub), but as soon as possible. Permanent stains can result if food and liquid is not wiped away immediately.
• To clean nubuck and suede, blot (don't rub) excess liquid immediately with a clean white cloth or sponge. Allow area to air dry naturally, then brush lightly with a suede brush to restore the nap.
• Always use a clean cloth or sponge to clean up spills.
• It's important to blot spills, instead of trying to rub or scrub them away...then allow to air dry.
• Body oils will stain leather, but they gradually blend into its surface giving both patina and character. Because of the lack of surface coats, pure aniline leathers are less stain resistant and should be handled with extra delicacy.