Use and Care Manual

Upholstery
Rotate cushions and pillows weekly to distribute wear. Vacuum
upholstery weekly using the upholstery attachment and crevice
tool of your vacuum to remove loose particles.
Periodiccleaning bya professional upholsterycleaning service
istheonly recommendedcleaning methodfor yourupholstery,
including furniture base beneath slipcovers. Annual cleaning
is suggested, but this may vary depending on use.
To prevent possible “bleeding” of inkonto fabric, do not leave
newspapersor other printed materials lying on upholstery.
Take special care when spraying household chemicals and
commercial products nearupholstery.
Avoidplacingyourfurniture indirectsunlight. Allfabricandleather
will fade overtime.
Applyingnoncommercial scented fabricfresheners,neutralizers
and fabric protectors is never recommended.
Spills and Spot Cleaning
In some cases, spot cleaning can cause a ring or fading. It is best
tohave theentire piece orcushion casingcleanedby aprofessional
upholstery cleaningservice toensureuniform results. Ifyoudecide
to spot clean on your own, check the standard cleaning code
(below) to determine the correct type of product to use.
Alwaysblot—neverrub—spillsimmediatelywithaclean,absorbent
whitecloth. Blot from theoutside tothe middleof the affectedarea
to preventrings.
Pilefabricsmay requirebrushing withanonmetallic, stiff bristle
brush to restoreappearance.
Follow the cleaning code below. Always pretest cleaning agents
in a small inconspicuous area. Never use strong chemicals or
detergents.
Standard Cleaning Codes
Industry standard cleaning codes indicate the correct cleaning
method based on the type of fabric. To determine the cleaning
codefor your upholstery, please ask your store associate or refer
to your salesreceipt.
O: Spot clean in cold water using biodegradable detergent or
eco-friendly soap; air dry. Organic dry cleaning is also
recommended.
W:Spotcleanusing distilled waterandwater-basedcleaning
agents or foamonly.
S:Spotcleanwithmild,water-freecleaningsolventsonly. Donot
use water or dry clean.
SW:Spot cleanusingdistilled waterand water-basedcleaning
agents, foam or mild water-free cleaning solvents.
X:Vacuumorlightlybrushto removeoverall soil.Neverusewater,
foam or liquid cleaning agents.
Note:Forprewashedfabricsupholsteredonto theframe,follow
the S cleaningcode.
Slipcovers
Brush or vacuum at least once a month. Rotate cushions and
pillowsregularly.Protectfromdirectsunlight,whichmaycause
fabric to fadeunevenly.
Immediately blot spills with a clean white cloth.
Seat and back cushions should be reversed and/or rotated regularly.
Dry Clean-Only Slipcovers
Use a reputable dry cleaner or professional upholstery cleaner.
Alwaysdry clean the entire slipcover for uniform results. Close all
zippersand fabric tabfasteners priorto cleaning. As withclothing,
some fading is to be expected.
Machine-Washable Slipcovers
Useatriple-loadwasherordivideslipcoversintomanageableloads.
Always wash the entire slipcover for uniform results. Close all
zippers and fabric tab fasteners prior to washing.
Wash in cold water with mild detergent.
Tumbledryonlowuntil slightly damp;removepromptlyto
reduce wrinkling.
Donot line-dry slipcoversasthis maystretchthe fabric.
As with clothing, some fading is to be expected.
Leather
Clean periodically with a dry cloth to remove residual dustand
prevent dirt buildup.
Leatherfurnitureshouldbe protectedfromexposureto sunlightand
heat,whichmaycausetheleatherto fadeor loseitssoft, supplefeel.
Spots, Spills and Stains
Mostliquids will initially berepelled by the leather but if left
standingover an extended period of time, will beabsorbed.
Blot liquid immediately with a clean, absorbent cloth.
Butter,oil or grease spillsshould be wiped witha clean, dry cloth.
Spot should dissipate into the leather in a short period of time.
Forstubborn stainsand spills, usea clothlightly dampened with
warmwatertoblot thestain andremoveit. Ifthis doesnot work,
mix mild soap withwater, then blotto release the stain and blot
again with a dry cloth (avoid scrubbing).
Do not use harsh cleaners or solvents, as they can abradethe
finish or topcoat off the leather.
Foradditional leather care,pleasecontactaleathercleaning
professional.