Cleaning Codes

Code "S":
Spot clean only with a water-free dry cleaning solvent. Pretest 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.

Code "W":
Spot clean only with water based shampoo or foam upholstery cleaner. Pretest a small, inconspicuous area before proceeding. Do not overwet. 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.

Code "WS":
Spot clean with upholstery shampoo, foam from a mild detergent, or mild dry cleaning solvent. Pretest 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 covers 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 affected area to prevent circling.

Cleaning Upholstered Fabrics

Accidents do happen. With Steinhafels own Fabric Protection, your fabric resists stains and spills and gives you the extra time you may need to effectively respond to an accident. These tips will help you safely spot clean fabrics:

• Always blot from the outside to the center of a spot. Doing so will control the spread of a spill.
• Test your fabric in a hidden area to make sure the color doesn't come off with the stain, or that a ring is not caused by the cleaning agent.
• If the spot is liquid, use an absorbent white cloth or white paper towl to gently blot up the excess
• If the spot is solid material, remove the excess by lifting it off with a dull table knife or spoon.
• Never rub, scrub, or brush a spill.
• Never use strong chemicals such as bleach, solvents, or acids unless a specialist recommends them.
• Never use sudsy detergents, as they leave a soapy residue that attracts soil.
• Don't use tap water. Use distilled water or plain seltzer water. Minerals in common tap water can cause rings, even on treated fabrics.
• Avoid commercial furniture cleaners. Most foster rapid resoiling.

Minizing Wear & Stains

• Keep upholstered furniture away form direct sunlight.
• Rotate furniture in the room from time to time to minimize wear patterns.
• Keep flowers and household foliage from contact with upholstery
• Rotate and reverse cushions and pillows weekly with to redistribute wear and prevent seams form shifting
• Vacuum upholstered pieces weekly with a crevice tool extension to prevent abrasion from crumbs and dust.
• Do not leave newspapers or other printed materials (which can "bleed" ink into fabric).
• Blot, don't scrub, sorts and spills with a dry white terry or paper towel before the spot can "set."
• Before attempting to remove any stain, you must first identify the fabric and correct cleaning method recommended by the manufacturer.

Comfort Folds & Wrinkles

On rounded backs and arms, comfort folds are built in to provide the necessary "give" so that the springs and fillings may respond. This suppleness is intentional and lengthens the life of the fabric.

Cushions generally do not retain an even welt and require occasional smoothing, straightening and rotation. Slight indentations, or "comfort wrinkles", may be noticed at button stress points. A few light pats will refresh the appearance of your cushions.