How To Care For Your Furniture

Dust regularly and use a vacuum cleaner crevice tool to clean seams.

Clean weekly using a damp sponge (protected leather) or soft, lint-free cloth (natural unprotected leather). Do not rub; instead, wipe gently.

Keep leather furniture out of direct sunlight and at least two feet from heat sources to avoid fading and cracking.

Pre-test all of the care products on a hidden area of your leather furniture to make sure that they are compatible with the leather.

Improper cleaning may void your leather furniture warranty.

Use or place sharp objects on leather goods.Place newspapers or magazines on leather furniture. The ink from these items may be transferred onto the leather.

Use abrasives, harsh chemicals, or saddle soap on leather furniture. Only use recommended cleaners.

Use common household cleaners on leather furniture. These cleaners can cause severe damage and costly repairs.

Blot any spills immediately; do not rub. Blot away the excess liquid with a clean, dry, white cloth; turning the cloth frequently. Spray the area with a marble cleaner or warm water and wipe.

To remove a spot, follow these steps: Use a solution of 1/2 mild soap (Neutrogena) and 1/2 distilled water on a slightly dampened cloth or sponge. Rinse by blotting with distilled water. Blot to remove excess water.

For difficult stains: Contact a professional cleaning service.

Keep upholstered furniture out of direct sunlight.

Rotate cushions and pillows on a regular basis to allow even distribution of wear.

Vacuum weekly using the upholstery attachment to remove soil that could be abrasive to surface.

Periodic professionally cleaning is recommended.

Place magazines or newspapers on upholstery. The ink from these items may bleed onto the fabric and cause stains.

Use household chemicals near upholstered furniture. Overexposure to these products could cause damage to your furniture.

If a spill occurs: Clean the fabric immediately.

Blot with a clean, white cloth. Do not rub. Select the appropriate stain removal method. To determine this, look under one of the seat cushions or under the unit to find a tag. This tag shows a universal cleaning code. This cleaning code relates to a recommended method to be used. For a list of fabric/upholstery cleaning codes (click here for cleaning code information).

Pre-test all of the care products in a hidden area to make sure that they are compatible with the fabric material.

To prevent rings: Clean spots from the outside to the middle of the affected area.

Do not use detergents or strong chemicals to clean your upholstery.

Silk, Rayon or Velvet: Get professionally cleaned. These fine fabrics are easily damaged so it is safest to not attempt to clean on your own.

Suede: Suede can be ruined by water. Instead, use a small amount of vinegar and a clean cloth to blot liquids such as coffee and juice. For grease stains, use baking soda to absorb and a brush to wipe away after it has been allowed to sit for a few hours.

Clean using warm water and a soft, lint-free cloth. Wring out excess water and wipe surface. Dry immediately with a dry lint-free cloth.

A non-abrasive commercial glass cleaner may also be used.

Slide rough objects across glass. This can cause permanent scratches to the surface.

Use abrasive cleaners on glass, which may cause scratches.

Clean glass without rinsing off excessive dirt and debris.

Use a mattress pad as protection from stains. This will prolong the life of your mattress.

Vacuum mattress regularly.

Turn and rotate your mattress twice a year to help equalize the wear and tear that normally occurs.

Allow your mattress to get wet. Protect it from liquids.

Use dry cleaning products on your mattress. This may cause damage to some of the material.

If your mattress becomes wet or soiled: Blot any excess moisture using a soft cloth.

To clean a stain/spot: Use mild soap with cold water and apply lightly.

Vacuum regularly on the lowest-level suction.

Rotate on a regular basis to evenly distribute wear.

Professionally clean once a year to remove any stains.

Vacuum fringe trim to prevent accidental fraying.

Check the cleaning instructions tag on the bottom of your rug to make sure it can be spot cleaned.

If a spill occurs: Blot with a clean, absorbent white cloth. Do not rub. Many stains can be gently removed by using club soda and a small amount of carpet cleaning detergent.

To remove candle wax: Place a piece of blotting paper or brown paper bag over the spot. Place a hot iron over the blotter (move constantly and don't let the iron stay in one place). Wait a few minutes until the wax is absorbed into the blotter. Repeat if necessary.

To remove chewing gum: Press ice cubes against the spot. Wait until the gum becomes hard and easily breaks off. Use a spot remover to eliminate remaining pieces of gum. Saturate the spot with cloth soaked in vinegar or alcohol.

To remove ink: Saturate the spot with hairspray. Allow it to dry. Blot lightly with a solution of water and vinegar.