All throws should be dry
cleaned only. Although many of the faux furs we offer can be hand
washed, they require careful treatment afterwards to brush and
restore the pile. The larger sizes are much to heavy to
comfortably handle once wet and will cause damage to washing
machines because of the weight. For that main reason we specify
dry clean only for all throws.
Cushion covers can be hand washed
warm. Cold rinse. Do not rub or ring. Do not steam treat. Do not
iron. Do not bleach. Brush or comb the fur gently to restore the
pile.
Due to the nature of the product, and the materials used, some
initial casting of fibres will occur. Most of this is surface
shedding as a result of the manufacturing process. This should
reduce very quickly, particularly after cleaning, but a light
vacuuming before use will eliminate most loose fibres and
shedding.
All of our canvas prints
are produced using heavy-weight canvas and stretched onto frames.
If they are subjected to extremes of temperature or atmospheric
conditions the frames may warp and twist or the canvases become
loose on the frame. Please do not store them in damp, extremely
cold or extremely hot conditions. Hanging them directly above a
radiator or strong heat source is also not recommended. It is
advisable to lightly dust them from time to time, but if they
should become marked it is possible to lightly wipe them with a
damp cloth or sponge to attempt to remove. Do not rub hard or use
detergents or chemicals. It is possible that if exposed to strong
direct sunlight the colours may begin to fade after a period of
time.
Most of our coffee tables
have been finished with a hard natural wax finish. The only
aftercare required is to dust them as you would normal furniture
and apply furniture wax/polish as and when required. Some pieces
may have been piled and then waxed, but require the same
treatment. We would like to mention that some of our pieces are
produced from 'green' timber (timber which is unseasoned) or only
partly-seasoned timber. In these cases the wood will continue to
dry out over a period of time and further cracks and splits will
undoubtedly occur; this is an intentional part of the piece and
only adds to the overall character. Placing furniture very close
to radiators or strong heat sources is not recommended.
Centrally-heated environments, which are quite dry, will cause
timber to dry quicker. In these instances we suggest regular
waxing or oiling. Care should be taken when moving any pieces of
our furniture as most of them are very heavy.
All of the standard pieces
that we offer for use in the garden is made from oak. Oak is a
naturally resilient hardwood, and most would agree benefits from
being left untreated. By leaving untreated, the timber will become
grey and 'worn' looking. It is used extensively for gates, outdoor
beams, pergolas etc., and usually left untreated. However, if a
more 'finished' look is desirable, it is best to oil the timber
regularly. All of our oak garden furniture is left untreated, but
we will be happy to finish with oil at an additional cost if
requested at point of ordering. Care should be taken when moving
any piece of garden furniture as they will be extremely heavy.