Upholstery Care Tips
FAQ's on LeatherHow do I care for my leather furniture?
Avoid placing your furniture near heat sources or near windows or other places that will expose it to direct sunlight. Keep the surfaces free of dust and spills. Apply a leather conditioner/protection cream several times a year to help resist staining and soiling and to improve clean-ability and prevent dryness.
What do the terms pigmented, semi-aniline, and full aniline mean?
Pigmented and semi-aniline leathers are dyed, then have another coat of pigment or a topcoat applied to provide more consistent coloration and resistance to staining. Pigmented and semi-aniline leathers give superior performance when used by an active family household. They also resist the fading effects of sunlight longer than full aniline leather.
Full aniline leather is not protected by extra pigment or topcoats. Transparent dyes are applied to the hide to give it color while maintaining natural markings, unique patterns, and suppleness. Full aniline leather is durable, yet more susceptible to penetration of fluids and body oils. It is best used where constant use and spills are not the norm.
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Upholstery Care
For optimum performance from your upholstered furniture, vacuum and rotate cushions frequently. Avoid placing in direct sunlight. Clean up spills as they occur. Ask your sales associate for the cleanability code of your fabric.
Code S:
Spot clean only with a water-free cleaning solvent. Pre-test a small, inconspicuous area before proceeding. Do not saturate. DO NOT USE WATER. Pile fabrics may require brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to restore appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and dry-cleaned. To prevent overall soiling, frequent vacuuming or light brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to remove dust and grime is recommended. When cleaning a spill, blot immediately to remove spilled material. Clean spots or stains from the outside to the middle of the affected area to prevent circling. Overall cleaning by a professional furniture cleaning service only is recommended.
Code W:
Spot clean only with water base upholstery shampoo or foam upholstery cleaner. Pre-test a small, inconspicuous area before proceeding. Do not over wet. Do not use solvents to spot clean. Pile fabrics may require brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to restore appearance. Hot water extraction or steam cleaning is not a recommended cleaning method. Cushion covers should not be removed and laundered. To prevent overall soiling, frequent vacuuming or light brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to remove dust and grime is recommended. When cleaning a spill, blot immediately to remove spilled material. Clean spots or stains from the outside to the middle of the affected area to prevent circling. Use a professional furniture cleaning service when an overall soiled condition has been reached.
Code WS:
Spot clean with upholstery shampoo, foam from a mild detergent, or mild dry cleaning solvent. Pre-test a small, inconspicuous area before proceeding. Do not saturate. Pile fabrics may require brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to restore appearance. Hot water extraction or steam cleaning is not a recommended cleaning method. Cushion casings should not be removed and laundered or dry cleaned. To prevent overall soiling, frequent vacuuming or light brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush to remove dust and grime is recommended. When cleaning a spill, blot immediately to remove spilled material. Clean spots or stains from the outside to the middle of the affected area to prevent circling. Use a professional furniture cleaning service when an overall soiled condition has been reached.
Code X:
Clean only by vacuuming or light brushing with a non-metallic, stiff bristle brush. DO NOT USE ANY WATER OR SOLVENT BASED CLEANER.
