The Plush way to care for your furniture
All Plush sofas are hand crafted for comfort and build to last. We take the guesswork out of sofa care so that you can spend more time enjoying your sofa and less time maintaining it. The Plush Sofa Care Guide tells you everything you’ll need to know to care for your new sofa like delivery information, modeling and shaping, fabric and leather care, a regular cleaning/maintenance routine, recliner and sofa bed instructions and warranty program details.
When moving your sofa, do not lift it by the cushions sewn to the frame or move
your sofa by
dragging it around. The best way is to lift it from the base.
dragging it around. The best way is to lift it from the base.
When removing the protective wrapping, do not use sharp tools that may damage
your sofa covering.
During the first 3 months, foam padding will become softer. Light creases may
form on the cover following this. This is to be considered as normal wear.
As tempting as it may be, armrests and backrests are not designed as seating.
To avoid your sofa fading, it is best not to expose it to direct sunlight.
Your sofa should be placed at least 50cm away from any heat source.
To keep your sofa looking its best, you should plump and shape it weekly to
ensure padding and upholstery return to their initial appearance.
For even wear, you should alternate your choice of seat.
Leather characteristics
As a natural product, good quality leather will have different markings – a
guarantee of being genuine and what makes your sofa unique. Some other examples of the
characteristics you can expect to see with leather upholstery are:
Differences in the grain
Stretch marks (fat marks)
Scars
Scratches
Differences in tone/shade
Stretching
Waxed/Pull-up leather sofa care
Care must be taken when cleaning Waxed/Pull-up leathers. Please seek assistance
from your Plush sales consultant if you’re unsure which product to use.
Cleaning Leather
- Dust your leather sofa weekly using a clean, dry and non-abrasive white cloth.
- To remove dry stains, sweep them off carefully by hand, or with an extremely soft brush.
- To remove liquid stains, blot the surface by dabbing carefully with a paper towel, do not press hard as this could push the stain into the pores of the leather.
- Do not dry the leather in direct sunlight or with a hair dryer. Rejuvenating and Protecting Leather
- We recommend the use of the Plush Leather Balm following the instructions printed on the bottle. This formula acts as a protector and rejuvenates the leather to ensure it remains supple. If you are using this product additional treatments are not required.
- Dedicated Waxed/Pull-Up leather products are recommended as any other leather cleaners may permanently mark the leather.
Protected leathers sofa care
A basic understanding of care techniques ensures your sofa will look its best and
retain its value. Cleaning and Conditioning Leather
- Dust your leather sofa weekly using a clean, dry and non-abrasive white cloth.
- Remove spills rapidly from the surface, by dabbing with absorbent cloth or paper towel. Then delicately clean working from the outside of the stain towards the centre.
- Apply Plush Leather Cleaner & Conditioner, following the instructions printed on the bottle. It is recommend to clean entire panels of your sofa rather than undertaking spot cleaning.
- Don’t allow the leather to become wet.
- Allow leather to dry naturally
- The Plush weekly wipes are handy for regular care of your sofa to help prevent soiling build up. Protecting and Enhancing Leather
- After the leather is clean and dry, it should be protected and moisturised to replenish any oils that were lost over time or removed during the cleaning process.
- Apply the Plush Leather Protector enhancer following instructions printed on the bottle.
- Carefully apply a thin coating of the protector and enhancer product over the leather in a circular motion.
- Treat entire panels. Use a clean, lint free moist cloth when applying the product. Do not use the same cloth that was just used for cleaning.
- The leather should be allowed to dry naturally, then buffed to a dull lustre.
- The Protector and Enhancer should be used after every second clean and condition.
Fabric Regular Care
- Vacuum regularly with an upholstery attachment, using low suction.
- Spot clean where neccesary.
- Protect from direct sunlight.
- For the best and most even wear, we recommend not to favour one seat.
- Professional dry cleaning is recommended every 6 months to help remove dirt and soiling and to maintain the look of your sofa.
Fabric Spot Cleaning
- Use the Plush Spot cleaner and follow instructions printed on the bottle.
- Gently remove any loose soilage and/or mop up any excess liquid.
- Pre-test the cleaning method on a hidden area of the sofa. Do not continue if there is an adverse reaction such as colour transfer.
- Avoid over-wetting as this may result in a water mark.
- Blot the cleaned area with a clean cloth to help dry the area.
- Allow the fabric to dry in a well ventilated area.
- Do not spray spotter directly onto fabric.
- Stubborn stains may require a second and third application. Allow the area to dry between attempts
Oil & Water Based Stains
- Gently remove any loose soilage and/or mop up any excess liquid.
- Use Plush Spot Cleaner and follow the instructions printed on the bottle.
- Pre-test the cleaning method on a hidden area of the furniture. Do not continue if there is an adverse reaction such as colour transfer.
- Avoid rubbing as this may cause the stain to spread rubbing may also cause fibre damage.
- Where possible, it is preferable to clean an entire panel of your sofa rather than undertaking spot cleaning.
- If spot cleaning has to be undertaken, follow the instructions provided.
- If the stain has been reduced but not completely removed, a second and third application may be required. Allow the area to dry between stain removal attempts.
If you have purchased Plush-Shield, please refer to your Plush-Shield warranty booklet for advice on how to address each stain appropriately.
Pilling
- Pilling can occur occasionally as a result of normal daily wear and should not be considered as a fault. Pilling is a natural feature and does not affect the durability of the fabric; it is caused by loose micro yarns making their way out of the weaves.
- Fibre pills can be removed by a battery operated pilling tool available from most haberdashery stores such as Spotlight or Lincraft.
Plush Sofa Care Packs
Plush Complete Fabric and Leather care kits, Weekly Wipes and Leather Balms are
available from all Plush stores.
Lacquered & Timber Finish Care
Natural timber and veneer finishes will show distinctive markings, patterns and colour variations which are evidence of being produced from genuine timber materials. Always use protective heat coverings to protect against hot objects. A tablecloth is not sufficient. Always use coasters when placing glasses, bottles or cups on the surface. Regularly clean surface by wiping with a non abrasive, damp cloth.
Marble, Travertine & Macstone Finish Care
Marble and Travertine are natural materials. Each piece is unique in markings and patterns and colour variation. Always use protective heat coverings to protect against hot objects. A table cloth is not sufficient. Always use coasters when placing glasses, bottles or cups on the surface. Any liquid spills should be wiped clean immediately. Remove dirt and dust by wiping with a warm, damp cloth.
Chrome & Metal Finish Care
Dust the surface regularly to avoid build up of pollutants, which may cause the surface to rust. Only use a recognized brand of chrome polish, if necessary. Avoid contact with sharp or hard objects as this will cause scratching.
Glass Care
Use a regular glass cleaner with an appropriate soft cloth for glass. Do not apply glass cleaner to surrounding areas or the frosted side of the glass. Always use a mat to avoid hot objects being in direct contact with glass. Avoid contact with sharp or hard objects as this will cause scratching. Never lift glass tops from the ends of a table as this will put unnecessary stress on the surface and may cause it to break.
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