WOOD
Solid wood and real wood veneer are alive. They need time to mature. Do not place them in direct sun light; sun spot might occur. Leave out hot object form the surface as it will tarnish the finishes and turn its yellowish. Long exposure to standing water also causes the wood to expand and swollen.
Cleaning and Care
Maintaining painted furniture :
+ Normal dust : - gently brush off the dust with a soft feather duster or wipe with a soft damp lint free cloth.
+ Grimes and smudges : - use alcohol and ammonia free glass cleaner along with soft damp lint free cloth. Apply and wipe off in the circular motion.
Maintaining high gloss finish painted furniture :
+ Clean normally and apply any soft wood polishing compound for protection and shine.
Maintaining matted finish painted furniture :
+ Clean with alcohol and ammonia free glass cleaner along with soft damp lint free cloth. Apply and wipe off in circular motion. Dry with clean dry cloth.
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METAL
(Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and Chrome plating)
Despite the strength of the material, it is sensitive to fingerprints, oil and grease smudges and requires regular cleaning and polishing to maintain its shine.
Cleaning and Care
+ Normal cleaning : - wipe with a soft damp lint free cloth.
+ For grimes, smudges, fingerprints, oil and grease stain on polished metal :
apply talc or talcum over the area, then clean with soft dry lint free cloth.
+ Old, dull, lackluster, flat metal surfaces can be rejuvenated by applying coats of metal polishing compound.
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FABRIC
Another touchy material, it is best not to leave it under direct sunlight. The UV rays can cause the fabric to fade and reduce its’ life expectancy.
Cleaning and Care
+ Light smudges or dirt can be easily removed and wiped off with dry soft lint free cloth or with damp sponge with mild soap.
+ For other types of dirt and stains, here are some suggestions :
Tea, coffee or soda stains.
Absorb the stain with clean cloth or sponges, wash the remaining stain with mild soapy water, absorb all remaining liquid, wipe dry.
Crayon or lipstick
Wipe off or wash with dry cleaning liquid, dry off. Repeat the process several time till the stain lessens. Wash further with mild soapy water, Absorb all remaining liquid. Rinse with clean water. Wipe dry.
Alcoholic beverages : Beer or hard liquors.
Absorb the stain with clean cloth or sponge. Wash the remaining stain with warm or soda water,
and absorb all remaining liquid, wipe dry.
Chocolate
Wipe clean with dish washing liquid, mild soap, and ammonia then wash off. Or rinse off with clean water, and then dry off.
Chewing gum
Harden the chewing gum with ice. Carefully remove the harden gum as much as possible. Spot clean with dry cleaning liquid. Dry off.
LEATHER
Upholstered leather is very sensitive to sunlight. The UV rays will shorten the life expectancy and dry out the leather. Be caution with sharp and pointy object as it can easily cut and puncture the leather. It is best to be placed in an open and airy room.
Cleaning and Care
Genuine Leather
+ Wipe clean with soft damp lint free cloth or with mild soap and water mixture.
+ For heavier stain and smudges, it recommends using specialized leather liquid cleaner. Do not use other chemical cleaner or polishing compound. Liquid or paste that is not specifically for maintain and clean leather goods can cause the leather to fade and harden.
Imitation Leather/ Vinyl/PVC
+ Wipe clean with soft damp lint free cloth or with soapy water.
+ For heavier stain and smudges, use general leather liquid cleaner.
+ Do not use alcohol or paint thinner to clean. It will fade, harden and reduce the life of the material.