Aftercare

Velvets and Chenilles

Pile fabrics, such as Velvets and Chenilles, will tend to crease and shade with use, and will show pressure marks and flattening, which can give the impression of uneven wear. This is not a fault, but a natural characteristic of the fabric construction. Pile fabrics will also shade depending on which way the pile lays and light is reflected. We advise to brush your sofa with a soft bristle brush to help minimise the effects of this.

Dust and Dirt

Fabrics tend to harbour dust, dirt, and pet hairs, especially in horizontal surfaces, this can increase fabric wear and cause dulling and fading of colours. Light, gentle brushing, with a soft brush, can help to minimize this.

Pilling

Short and loose fibres which are woven into fabric during production are present in many fabrics and can cause fabrics to pill, creating small balls of fluff, this is completely natural. We advise to brush your sofa with a soft bristle brush to help minimise the effects of this.

Fabric Treatments

We are unable to accept responsibility for fabrics that are treated in any way other than in the original manufacturing process.

Sunlight

Direct exposure to sunlight can cause fabric or leather colour to fade in a relatively short period of time, therefore it should be avoided.

Dye Transfer

Dye transfer from clothing, especially jeans, can leave colour variation marks on both fabric and leather, particularly on lighter colours.

Oils

Natural body oils, lotions, and creams, along with some medications, can affect the nature of the surface of both fabric and leather, causing colour and surface variation.

Sharp Objects

With both fabric and leather, contact from any type of sharp object should be avoided.

For more information on Crypton & Easycare fabrics, visit: www.parkerknoll.co.uk/cleanable-fabrics/