Leather Care

 Leather is a natural material which will last a long time, but only if maintained correctly. Leather should be cleaned and conditioned regularly to avoid drying out and cracking of the leather. To minimise fading, avoid exposing your furniture to direct sunlight or heat. Dusting and vacuum your furniture weekly. Wipe off any spills immediately with a soft damp cloth. Dye transfer between product/material can occur and should be cleaned immediately with the recommended cleaning product. Ink and pen marks must be cleaned immediately with an ink removing cleaner specifically made for leather. It is common for leather to stretch with use and for seat foams to soften over time.

Clean and protect the leather with manufacturer approved care products following the instructions carefully. Different types of leather and finishes require different treatments. Ensure you purchase care products to suit the leather type you have chosen.

Use of general household cleaning products, chemicals and abrasives are not recommended as they can break down the protective surface and cause damage to the leather. Leather is a natural material which will last a long time but only if maintained correctly. Leather should be cleaned and conditioned regularly to avoid drying out and cracking of the leather.

Fabric care

Upholstered furniture should be vacuumed regularly (weekly) using low suction, for maximum resiliency, to remove the dust and dirt which damage fabric fibres and cause premature wear. Hand fluff pillows and cushions to maintain shape. Cushions also should be turned and rotated regularly for even wear. Take care to prevent sharp objects such as rings, buckles and pets’ claws from coming into contact with furniture, as this may cause snagging or tearing of the fabric.

Pilling can occur occasionally as a result of normal daily wear and should not be considered as a fault. De-pilling only removes unsightly loose surface fibres and does not affect the fabric’s performance.

Exposure to natural light can cause some fabrics to fade. Care should be taken to limit the amount of sunlight on any piece of furniture. Fading is not covered under product warranties.

Fabric protectors do not eliminate the need for vacuuming, routine cleaning or proper care. They will, however, make spot cleaning and vacuuming quicker, easier and more efficient between professional cleans and keep fabric looking cleaner longer, as well as extending its life.

Spills and accidents can permanently stain upholstery fabrics. Even a water spill can cause permanent damage to some fabrics if not cleaned up immediately.