Furniture of any room in your home is
a huge investment. Your luxury furniture gets used a lot and it is very
essential to take care of furniture to maintain its value and to make it
last longer. Just to keep your favorite furniture in the same natural
condition after years, there are certain tips to be followed. It might
sound easy, but the fact is that caring for furniture is not always a
simple task. Lots of unexpected circumstances will appear, as well as
wear and tear that you will have to deal with. But these problems can be
avoided by simply devoting few minutes per week on the caring of
furniture.
Few significant steps
Below is a list of certain furniture care tips that should be followed.
These will surely help to keep your furniture in good condition for a
long period of time.
- The first important thing is to make sure that the furniture you
are buying is conducive to the atmosphere in which you put in.
- It is a good idea to vacuum the furniture once in a week. This
will help to get rid of any debris such as food particles or dust
that may have built up.
- Wooden furniture should be regularly polished. This will help the
wood to keep its shine. A quick buffing would be a great option to
make the wooden furniture as good as new.
- Dust attracts moisture, which can accumulate and soften the
finish of the furniture. This can lead to further damage, possibly
to the wood itself. Hence, cleaning and polishing should be done on
a regular basis.
- Regular care and maintenance will give results in the years of
satisfaction that you expected when purchasing your home
furnishings.
- Soft cloth should be used for dusting. If you are using a
slightly damp rag, then you should also wipe with a dry cloth which
will keep the water from leaving streaks on the surface as it dries.
- If your furniture is upholstered, you should vacuum it regularly.
- Another way to revive your tired furniture is to get them
re-upholstered.
Taking care of your furniture as
per materials used
Furniture carved out of different materials like wood, leather, marble,
granite, soapstone, etc. need some particular type of maintenance like :
- Wood CareWooden furniture should be painted after a
certain period of time. It can also be oil polished to give a new
look to the furniture. But liquid waxes are better than oils. A good
paste wax is the best solution to protect any wooden furniture.
- Leather Care : Leather furniture should be wiped off with
a rag. Use of regular leather treatment will also be beneficial.
- Soapstone, Marble and Granite Care: Furniture made up of
granite and soapstone can be cleaned with any mild, non-abrasive
household cleaner. Marble should be cleaned only with mild soap and
water and you should immediately wipe dry with a soft cloth. Granite
can be easily cleaned with mild dish washing liquid and warm water.
Then, wipe granite with a soft, dry, clean cloth. Avoid using
anything acidic or abrasive on marble and granite.
- Caring for Furniture Upholstery: To keep it clean,
periodically vacuum dry or brush lightly to remove dust and soil
from between the fibers and seams. Remove stains on your upholstery
by following cleaning code.
