To maintain the beauty of your furniture, Peerless offers the following expert advice on care and maintenance. Wood Furniture should be cleaned after heavy use. If you have older or antique furniture, use an oil-based cleaning product at least once a month, which will help condition and clean the wood.

Dust frequently with a clean, damp (not wet) cotton cloth. Wipe down with dry towel.

Clean Spills right away. If liquid soaks through to the wood, it can swell or stain the grain, or warp & de-laminate the veneer, which would require professional repair. Such liquids such as alcohol, nail polish, or perfume can dissolve finishes and will require refinishing.

Arrange your furniture accordingly as to not be in direct sunlight. Over the course of time, the finish on your wood furniture can fade and crack.

Avoid placing furniture (if possible) next to radiators and cooling vents; Avoid drastic changes in humidity as this can cause warping and cracking.

To prevent water rings, coasters should be made readily available

All metal plated hardware is protected with a clear coating designed to ensure a long-lasting sheen. Polishing with Metal or brass polish is not recommended.

Dirty hardware can be washed with mild soap and water solution using a soft cloth. To add more shine, apply paste wax or furniture polish and buff.

Most window products are safe to use to clean and shine furniture glass. Avoid any abrasive cleaners or course cloths.

Deflection or bending on the glass surface is normally a sign of a possible break. Place items gently on the glass surface to prevent any breakage.

It is not recommended to slide objects across your glass tabletops or shelves. Ideally all items placed on the glass surface should be lined on the bottom to prevent grinding edges into the glass.

• Keep upholstered furniture away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of colors
• Never place newspaper on upholstered fabric, ink can rub off just as it does on your hands. It is very difficult to remove
• Covering upholstered furniture with dark-colored blankets and sheets is not a good practice. Dye can rub off or bleed onto your fabric
• Vacuuming your upholstered furniture frequently is important even if your furniture does not get heavy usage. Dust and dirt in small amounts can damage your fabric by acting like sandpaper on the fibers
• Rotate cushions when you vacuum them to get even wear
• Although cushions have zippers do not be tempted to put cushion covers in the washing machine
• About once a year it is good to have your upholstered furniture professionally cleaned

A Word About Spills - The single most important rule in cleaning spills is to act quickly. But be sure that you know what to do before a spill happens. Another universal rule is to not make the spot any larger. Print and keep these tips handy for quick reference.

Liquid Spills - Use an absorbent cloth or paper towel to absorb as most of the liquid immediately. DO NOT RUB! Keep increasing the pressure and use fresh cloths until no more liquid can be absorbed.

Solid Spills - For solid or semi-solid spills such as food gently remove the spill by lifting it with dull knife or some similar object. Gently scrap the edges toward the middle of the spill. Remove the remaining residue as a wet spill then treat any spot that remains.

Dry Spills - For spills of substances like ashes or makeup do not ad water or any other liquid. The vacuum cleaner is your best option. Vacuum first without touching the surface. Next, beat the area with a flat object like a ruler and then vacuum again. You can use masking tape to help pickup any remaining residue. If a spot remains use the guidelines below to remove the stain.

Cleaning Tips by Fabric Code - Always check your manufacturer’s label for cleaning codes instructions. Which include the fabric code assigned to your furniture. This code is normally found under the seat cushions. Always pre-test an area for discoloration or shrinkage where it cannot be seen before proceeding.

Code W - Maintenance – Vacuum frequently or brush lightly to remove dust and dirt. Spot Cleaning – Use a water based cleaning agent, such as Sprayway Spotlifter. Use a soft brush and apply in circular motion. Vacuum when dry.

Code S - Maintenance – Vacuum frequently or lightly brush to remove dust and dirt. Spot Cleaning – Use a water-free solvent or dry cleaning product such as Cleanup Dry Cleaner. Always pre-test to prevent water spots.

Code W-S - Maintenance – Vacuum frequently or lightly brush to remove dust dirt. Spot Cleaning – Use a mild solvent or dry cleaning product such as Cleanup Dry Cleaner. Always pre-test to prevent water spots. Avoid any product with carbon tetrachloride, which is highly toxic.

Code X - You should only clean this fabric by vacuuming or light brushing. Using water based or solvent cleaner could cause discoloration shrinking or stains.

Weekly - Dusting your leather weekly is very important to keep leather pores free from dust particles. Simply wipe it with a soft cloth. Don't under estimate this seemingly small task; it goes a long way in the long term care of your leather. We will discuss more thorough cleaning next but remember not to neglect the weekly maintenance.

Spot Cleaning - As always the quicker you get to a spot or stain the greater success you will have. Most spills of food and beverages should be wiped up using a damp cloth with a light detergent soap, such as liquid hand soap.

All other stains such as ink marks, grease, blood, urine, wax or gum should be removed using a professional leather cleaner. Just follow the instructions that come with the product. It is a good idea to have a good leather cleaner on hand so that you will be able to address the problem immediately after it happens.

Quarterly - When you first place your new leather furniture be sure to use a high quality leather conditioner/preservative to protect it and keep the leather supple. You should fully clean your leather furniture four times per year using quality leather cleaner. Pay special attention to wear surfaces, arms, backs and seats. After a thorough cleaning always re-apply the conditioner/protectant to ensure many years of trouble free service from your leather furniture.