Ethnicraft Aspekt lounge chair

Our teak collection comes without a finish, or any kind of protective treatment. The wood is merely polished, allowing the natural oils to rise to the surface. The high density of teak has the advantage that stains stay on the surface and do not penetrate into the wood easily.

 

Daily care of Teak Furniture

• For regular dusting, use a dry, non-fluffy cloth
• For cleaning, use a damp – not too wet – sponge or cloth with a mild
  solution of water and natural soap (no detergent). Frequent cleaning with a natural soap solution will gradually build up a protective layer: as the wood absorbs the soap, it will become more stain repellent.

 

For cleaning & surface refreshing

If you want to protect the wood from the start, give your furniture a protective coating. We recommend Osmo Hardwax Oil, clear mat (3062). This finish seals the pores of the timber, forming a natural protection.

Even then stains and marks should be removed immediately. If the liquid or substance are left to penetrate the wood, the furniture will eventually get stained.

This product will darken the wood slightly.

 

Stubborn stains & repairs

Use extra fine sand paper (minimum 320 grit) in the direction of the wood grain and apply the Osmo Hardwax Oil, clear mat (3062).

 

Additional Information

 

The upholstery our the fabric and velvet sofas is not allowed to be washed. Taking off the cushion covers and washing these in a machine (even at low temperature) will lighten the colour and shrink the fabric.

If pilling should occur, don't be alarmed. It's a result of excess fibre coming off the fabric or from external sources. This is not a defect but a characteristic of many upholstered fabrics.

To keep your sofa in optimal condition we recommend the following:

• Avoid placing the sofa in direct sunlight.
• If vacuuming is needed, use the lowest suction and a soft upholstery attachment.
• Treat spills immediately. Blot up as much of the spill as possible with a clean, dry, white cloth. Don´t rub.
• In case of a stain, use a clean, slightly damp white cloth, blotting from the outer edge to the centre of the stain.
• Do not use any chemical products not designed for polyester.
• To remove pilling, we recommend using an antipilling machine.

 

Metal Structure

• Dust regularly using a soft dry cloth.
• For a more thorough cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Rinse with clean water and wipe dry.
• Do not use steel wool, sandpaper, mineral acid, bleach, or chlorine cleaners on metal surfaces.
• Do not drag the furniture along the floor, as it might damage the protective coating, cause rusting or leave permanent marks on the floor.
• Always lift the furniture when moving them from place to place.

 

Tips & Tricks

• All Ethnicraft products are intended for indoor use only.
• Recommended humidity in the room: between 40% and 60%.
• Ideal room temperature: 21°C during the day, not below 14°C at night.
• To prevent colour differences: do not place your furniture in direct sunlight, move objects placed on the furniture from time to time and open your extendable table on a regular basis.
• Avoid exposure to extreme conditions: do not place furniture near heating sources or air-conditioned spaces.
• To prevent staining, we recommend that any spills be removed immediately.
• When cleaning the surface, always work in the direction of the wood grain.
• Use place mats to prevent hot pots and pans, or cold glasses and bottles, from leaving marks on the furniture.
• Do not drag the furniture along the floor, always lift the furniture
  when moving.
• Always ensure water and solutions used to clean the floor do not come in contact with the furniture's base, as it might leave permanent marks.