Furniture Care Guide
Quality furniture lasts decades with the right care. Here's how to keep yours looking like the day it arrived.
Upholstered furniture
Vacuum weekly with a soft brush attachment to lift dust before it grinds into the fibers. Rotate loose cushions every couple of weeks so they wear evenly. For spills, blot immediately with a clean white cloth, working from the outside of the stain in. Avoid rubbing.
Professional cleaning every 12 to 18 months keeps performance fabrics, velvet, and microfiber looking fresh. Check the cleaning code on your tag (W, S, S/W, X) before applying anything else.
Wood furniture
Dust with a soft, lint-free cloth. A barely damp microfiber works for fingerprints. Avoid sprays with silicone or ammonia. Use coasters under drinks, felt pads under lamps, and trivets under anything hot.
Direct sun and dry heat fade and crack wood. Keep pieces several feet from radiators and out of all-day window light. A humidifier in winter prevents joints from loosening.
Leather furniture
Wipe weekly with a dry microfiber. Condition every 6 to 12 months with a leather-specific conditioner to keep the surface supple. Skip household cleaners, alcohol, and baby wipes; they strip the protective topcoat.
Metal frames and hardware
Dust regularly. A soft cloth with a touch of mild soap and water handles fingerprints on chrome and brushed steel. Dry immediately to prevent water spots. Tighten any visible screws once a year.
Mattresses
Rotate 180 degrees every 3 months for the first year, then twice a year after. Use a quality mattress protector. Spot-clean only, never soak the mattress.
Bedroom sets
Dressers and chests: open drawers slowly; never overload. Check guide rails annually. Bed frames: tighten bolts once a year, especially after moves.
If something goes wrong
Manufacturer defects and structural issues are covered under our optional 5-year warranty (added at checkout). For accidental damage outside warranty, call us at (347) 270-5675 and we'll connect you with a local repair specialist.