Care Guides
 
When you’ve spent time deciding on your new furniture, bed or floorcoverings, its only natural that you’ll
want to make sure your investment is looked after.  At Fairway Furniture, we appreciate that our customers have invested in their furniture and want to make sure it lasts many years.  By following the simple guidelines below (which are also in the customer information folder issued when making a purchase)
you can be sure that you’re giving your furniture the best possible opportunity to repay your investment.
 
CABINET FURNITURE


Care of Cabinet Furniture

  • Modern cabinet furniture is protected by a tough finish that simply needs dusting. Finger marks and smears can be removed by using a damp cloth with warm soapy water. Be sure to dry with a soft cloth immediately.

  • Also available today are ranges of wood furniture with oiled, waxed or lacquered finish. Many have
    a rustic, distressed type of finish and are designed to reflect old country style furniture or the ethnic style of the country of origin. There is therefore a wider tolerance in both manufacture and finish.

  • All real wood finishes will mellow over time and exposure to light. Lighter coloured woods such as teak or pine obtain a richer, deeper colour.

  • Wood effect finishes may be cleaned by dusting with a lint free soft cloth. A damp cloth should be used to remove any spillages or contamination immediately. It is important to avoid wetting, as
    this can affect the finish.

  • Avoid allowing cabinet furniture to come into contact with aggressive products such as solvents, spirits, acidic materials or cream cleaners, especially those containing silicone, as damage to the finish may result.

  • In the case of accidental contamination, remove the offending material / liquid immediately with
    a soft dry cloth, followed by cleaning with a warm soapy damp cloth and drying with a soft cloth.

  • Oiled oak finishes must be regularly re-oiled to maintain appearance and stability. This should be done using a suitable natural vegetable finishing oil, available from all Fairway Furniture stores.

  • Cabinet furniture may be fitted with castors. These are normally for transportation purposes, so follow the manufacturer's recommendation to remove as this will enhance the look and stability of the product.