We all know how to buy expensive furniture, but we forget the most important aspect- maintenance and cleaning. So, if you want to prolong the usage of furniture, then it is important to clean and maintain the furniture in a right way. Here are some tips on how to do so:
Painted Furniture- Painted furniture is easiest to clean. Wipe it with the help of damp cloth. Ensure that you don’t leave water marks on the surface of the furniture, as it leaves permanent marks on it. Add an oil finish to protect the furniture.
Wooden Furniture- If you own wooden furniture, then bear in mind that it need extra care and caution. For everyday cleaning, use a soft and dry cloth to dust. Special cleaning will involve the use of a lint-free cloth to polish the furniture. Avoid polish smudges, use the similar kind of polish throughout and wipe it in direction of grain of the wood. When it comes to removal of built-up wax, either use mineral spirits or use synthetic turpentine.
Leather Furniture- Leather Furniture is one such material that can develop crack easily, so it is important to keep it away from direct heat or sunlight.
How to clean it?
Well, it is simple to clean the leather furniture. Use a damp sponge or cloth and dust the furniture on a daily basis. If there are excessive marks on the furniture, make a solution consisting of ¼ cup of white vinegar and ½ cup of water. Dip a soft cloth in this solution and clean the furniture with this solution. Follow it with a wash of leather saddle soap.
Wicker and case furniture
In case of wicker and case furniture, it is important to clean or dust it regularly. Vacuum it on a constant basis to get rid of wicker and grime settled in. When exposed to direct sunlight, wicker furniture tends to dry out. Actually, the fibre present in the furniture comes in direct contact with sunlight and it dries out. In such conditions, it is important to spray water with a hose.
Upholstered Furniture- Keep the upholstered furniture away from direct rays of sun as most of the fabric tends to fade away very quickly. Vacuum the surface of the furniture to remove dirt and grime. Flip cushions on a regular basis and pillows too, so that both sides wear out in an even fashion.
