Thursday, 31 January 2013

Cleaning And Maintenance Tips For Furniture Owners

By Stephanie Wales


Furniture pieces are luxurious investments you use to add splendor to a space. It can thus be upsetting to see them weathered or torn whether it's due to its natural wear and tear properties or as a result of the neglect or carelessness of the household members. Know that there are steps that can be done to keep their original appearance and condition. There are just certain supplies and equipment that need to be gathered which vary depending on the type of furniture that you have.

Wood can be tricky to maintain as it easily absorbs liquid which can affect color and texture. Start by wiping away any form of airborne debris on the surface with the use of a dry, clean cloth then follow it up with the application of liquid or antique wax made especially for wood materials. A coat of varnish or polyurethane could make it resistant to liquid substances. You may also have a glass supply company customize a glass sheet that can be placed on top of your dining or console table as a form of protection from scratches and exposure to liquid matter.

Clean leather furniture by wiping away dust with a clean, dry cotton cloth. Use the vacuum cleaner to get rid of dirt that can be found trapped in the corners or in between creases. Doing so everyday or at least once a week will help maintain its classic luster. Make it a point to apply leather conditioner every 3 to 6 months to keep it from drying up. Don't use water, soap, ammonia or other chemicals or cleaning agents because they can just cause damage in the form of staining or color fading.

The best approach to maintain fabric-upholstered furniture is to remove spills immediately as they happen. Blot the area with a dry towel to soak up the liquid. This should be sufficient to eliminate the stain, but if you observe that there are still traces, carefully carry out spot cleaning with the use of water and mild soap applied with a soft brush.

[[Aside from regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, it's also essential that furnishings are kept away from direct and excessive sunlight to protect them from color fading and discoloration. One trick is to position them away from a window or any opening where any form of light can come through. But a much better alternative is to take advantage of the benefits of installing solar film or glass tinting offered by Solar Film Singapore distributors. Window treatments like this may help slow down the normal wearing of furniture by blocking off damaging ultra-violet rays.]]




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