Furniture Textiles - be nice to good furniture

Both natural and synthetic fibres as well as various types of mixed fibres are used for textiles, so there may be big variations with respect to wear resistance, colour fastness, shrinkage, resistance to dirt, ignitability, etc. Your furniture retailer will be able to advise you on the basis of the technical specifications available on the specific textile.

WHILST EVERY CARE IS TAKEN IN PROVIDING THIS INFORMATION ANY ADVICE TAKEN FROM THIS WEBSITE IS WITHOUT LIABILITY AND IS AT THE USER'S RISK.

Wool is one of the best materials for use in furniture because of its elasticity, wear characteristics and resistance to dirt. A burning cigarette, immediately removed, will normally leave only a small mark, which can be brushed or sanded off.

Cotton has very good wear resistance but is not as elastic as wool. It is also rather susceptible to dirt, which makes it most suitable for removable covers. A burning cigarette, immediately removed, will normally leave a small hole.

Flax used on firm upholstery has good wear resistance, but when used on soft upholstery, wrinkling can occur which may eventually can cause cracking. It is sensitive to dirt and is easily stained. A burning cigarette, immediately removed, will normally leave a small hole.

Synthetic fibres, e.g. polyamide and polyester (a.o. Trevira CS) generally have good wear resistance and are relatively easy to clean. A burning cigarette, immediately removed, will normally leave a small hole.

FURNITURE TEXTILE MAINTENANCE

Day-to-day cleaning:
Vacuum clean often, if possible every week. Non-greasy stains can normally be removed by gentle rubbing with a clean non-fluffy cloth wrung out in soap solution (see 'General Care' point 6). The surface should be wiped off afterwards with a clean soft cloth wrung out in clean water.

Stain removal:
Before using any stain remover always, for colour fastness, try it out on a small, inconspicous test area . Rings can be avoided by rubbing gently towards the centre of the stain with a circular motion. Never use stain removers if latex foam is under the textile. Detergents can be used according to the instructions. Removable covers are often suitable for dry cleaning. If in doubt, ask the retailer.