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BEDROOM FURNITURE CARE GUIDE

Caring for your bedroom furniture and mattress

Helping you choose your bedroom furniture

It’s important to understand the features and benefits of different materials when choosing your bedroom furniture, as they can affect the look and durability of it. To help you make the right decision, we’ve put together some basic information on the different types of materials and finishes we offer.

For mattresses in particular, we would always recommend trying out a few options in-store before purchasing, as comfort can vary based on individual needs and preferences.

Types of materials

  • Wood - Wood is a naturally occurring product and part of its beauty is that no two pieces are the same. The depth, shade of colour and grain pattern vary from item to item. Solid timbers may experience movement and cracking through its lifetime.

  • Laminates - Synthetic coating on a stable substrate offering a durable and resistant finish.

  • Foil - Printed finish on substrate creating a uniformed and durable finish.

  • Veneer - Top layer of timber adhered to a stable platform, the colour and pattern repeat being quite uniform.

    • Types of finishes

  • Unfinished - Material left untreated, giving the most natural appeal. Furniture will be highly absorbent and susceptible to staining.

  • Oiled and Waxed - Furniture treated with a fine coating of oil or wax, offering a light protection. Re-application of finish must be applied on a regular basis to maintain the protection and aesthetic.

  • Lacquered - Sealed finish using lacquer coatings, offering more resilience to scratches, heat and moisture. Should the finish be damaged in any way, a professional repair is required.

  • Painted - Substrate coated in a pigment based finish offering a good degree of uniformity and protection.

    •   Mattress Fillings

  • Horsehair - Absorbs and allows moisture to evaporate. Very resilient and springy.

  • Lambswool - This wool is soft and maintains inherent springiness.

  • Cashmere - A luxury fibre which is soft and fleecy.

  • Mohair - This wool has textile fibre as a fleece from Angora goats, offers great durability.

  • Coir - A thick and strong fibre found between the husk and outer shell of a coconut.

  • Foam - Designed to mould to the body, offering evenly distributed support for a weightless sensation.

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  • Your new bed - Just like all our furniture, our beds are designed to withstand general wear and tear. However, we recommend that you follow this advice to keep your bed in top condition for as long as possible to ensure maximum sleep quality throughout the natural life of your bed.

  • Let your mattress breathe - After its removal from the packaging, please leave your bed uncovered for a few hours to allow any condensation to escape. Please ensure that the polythene bag is well out of reach of small children.

  • Getting used to your bed - Chances are that the springs and upholstery in your old bed were not what they used to be, so your new bed may seem a little strange at first. Please allow time for your body to adjust to your new bed and for the fillings to settle.

    • The dos and don'ts – bedroom furniture

  • Turn down the bed clothes every morning to allow the bed to cool down and breathe.

  • Lively children may use your new bed as a trampoline. This is not recommended if you want to prolong the life span of your bed.

  • Check that headboard bolts, legs and castors are tightened fully from time to time.

  • The drawers within a drawer divan are usually designed to hold lightweight items, such as bed linen, and should not be overloaded. Maximum weight: Mini drawers - 7kg, Standard drawers - 15kg.

  • Always leave a gap behind wardrobes and wall units to allow air to circulate.

  • Avoid marking furniture with sharp objects, for example when using a ballpoint pen.

  • Carefully lift your furniture, never drag or push it.

  • Always follow fitting instructions for wall-fixing, glass surfaces and shelves.

  • Uneven floors could give the impression that doors of wall units and wardrobes are out of alignment, so be aware of this and compensate if necessary by adjusting the hinges or packing a corner to level the item.

  • We recommend you avoid placing furniture near radiators or fires as it may crack and dry out. Similarly, direct sunlight may cause some fading.

  • Do not place hot dishes, cups or plates onto any unit or table top - use insulated mats as protection.

  • Assume that all furniture will not resist water, chemicals or heat.

  • Natural wax finishes are porous and stain easily.

    • The dos and don'ts – mattresses

    If you have bought a ‘No Turn’ mattress with a single sleeping surface (e.g. a latex, pillow top, anti-slip or Memory Foam* mattress), then in most cases it is important that you rotate your mattress regularly. *Excludes Tempur mattresses. For all other mattresses it is important that you turn and rotate your mattress regularly once a week for the first two or three months and then monthly thereafter. This will prolong the life-span of your mattress.

  • Take care when turning your mattress, please do not allow it to bang or fall against the side of the divan, as this may damage the spring system. Some assistance may be required.

  • Use mattress handles, if provided.

  • Frequent turning and plumping reduces natural dips and ‘nesting’ in spring interior mattresses.

  • Never fold or bend the mattress, as this will distort the spring unit.

  • Modern sprung interior mattresses cannot be rolled for storage.

  • Sitting on the edge of your mattress for long periods can affect its shape.

  • Always use a good quality mattress protector that can be cleaned.

  • Never wet clean your mattress.

  • Regularly clean your bed with a soft brush or lightly vacuum using an upholstery attachment.

  • New mattresses may need time to settle in order to expand to their normal size, however please note not all bed frames are manufactured to the same internal dimensions and it can be common for a gap to be present from the mattress to the bed frame, so please always check dimensions, or contact us if you have any concerns.

  • To clean, always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. Do not use detergents or chemical cleaners. Using detergents or chemical cleaners on your mattress is likely to damage the fabric and stitching.

  • If your mattress does become wet, stand it on its side to minimise the penetration of moisture and allow it to air away from direct heat.

  • Ensure that spillages are simply mopped up quickly with a clean, dry cloth to avoid staining.

  • Please note that incorrect washing will invalidate the guarantee.

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