Care & Maintenance

To maintain the beauty of your furniture we recommend application of Guardian protection products every 90 days and regular cleaning with our maintenance products. Guardian fabric, leather and wood protection products will help the surface resist stains, repel dust and resist fading. Leather and wood protectors condition and maintain the natural beauty of the surface.  

 

Fabric Furniture Care Tips

Here are some tips to keep your furniture looking new. Remember, responding to a spill quickly will reduce the chance of it becoming a permanent stain.

  • Immediately blot up liquid spills with a dry or lightly dampened (never wet) clean white cloth, sponge or paper towel. Be careful not to damage the surface by rubbing.
  • Gently scrape off any solid residue prior to cleaning. Work from the edge of the spill toward the center to prevent spreading.
  • Keep your fabric upholstered furniture at least two feet from radiators, fireplaces or other heat sources. Prolonged exposure to direct heat sources can damage the fibers in the fabric upholstery.
  • Avoid placing furniture in direct sunlight to help prevent fading.
  • Vacuum regularly.

Leather Furniture Care Tips

Here are some tips to keep your furniture looking new. Remember, responding to a spill quickly will reduce the chance of it becoming a permanent stain.

  • Immediately blot up liquid spills with a dry or lightly dampened (never wet) clean white cloth, sponge or paper towel. Be careful not to damage the surface by rubbing.
  • Gently scrape off any solid residue prior to cleaning. Work from the edge of the spill toward the center to prevent spreading.
  • Dust or vacuum frequently. Tiny dust particles can clog leather pores resulting in premature wear.
  • Keep your leather furniture at least two feet from radiators or other heat sources.
  • Avoid placing furniture in direct sunlight to help prevent fading.
  • If a spill occurs, simply wipe up.
  • We recommend that you clean monthly with Leather Cleaner to help keep your leather upholstery looking new. Always apply Leather Conditioner after cleaning.

Wood Furniture Care Tips

Here are some tips to keep your furniture looking new. Remember, responding to a spill quickly will reduce the chance of it becoming a permanent stain.

  • Keep furniture out of direct sunlight to avoid heat damage and bleaching of wood.
  • Keep furniture away from heating and air conditioning sources to prevent loss of moisture in the wood.
  • Use felt backing on lamps, ashtrays, and other accessories to prevent scratching and gouging.
  • Use place mats under plates and hot pads under serving dishes when serving hot food.
  • Put house plants in drip-proof pots and keep foliage from touching furniture surfaces to prevent moisture damage.
  • Use coasters under both hot and cold drinks.
  • Do not place synthetic rubber or plastic items directly on wood to avoid chemical damage to furniture finish.
  • Do not leave newspapers or magazines lying on wood to avoid possible ink bleeding into the furniture finish.
  • Avoid using nail polish remover or other harsh household products near wood furniture to avoid possible damage from spills or splashes.
  • Rotate the placement of accessories on wood furniture surfaces and rotate the placement of the furniture within the room from time to time to redistribute wear patterns.