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Care & maintenance

Practical advice for getting decades of life out of upholstery, leather, timber, mattresses and rugs.

Why care matters

Even the best-built furniture needs a small amount of regular care to last. Spending five minutes a month is the difference between furniture that looks tired in three years and furniture that is still in service in twenty.

Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs)

  • Vacuum weekly on a low-power upholstery setting to lift surface dust.
  • Plump and rotate cushions every two weeks so seats and backs wear evenly.
  • Spills: blot with a clean white cloth, never rub. Test cleaners on a hidden patch first.
  • Direct sunlight fades fabric and dries leather. Use blinds in summer.

Leather

  • Wipe with a slightly damp microfibre cloth weekly.
  • Apply a manufacturer-approved leather conditioner every 6 – 12 months on aniline and semi-aniline leathers.
  • Pigmented leather is the most hard-wearing — conditioner once a year is plenty.

Solid timber

  • Dust weekly with a soft cloth, in the direction of the grain.
  • Coasters under hot mugs, mats under serving dishes.
  • Oiled timber — re-oil every 6 – 12 months. We can sell you the right oil for your piece.
  • Avoid silicone-based polishes; they build up a sticky film that is hard to remove.

Veneered & lacquered surfaces

  • Wipe with a damp cloth, dry immediately.
  • Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
  • Lift, don't drag, items across the surface.

Mattresses

  • Rotate end-to-end every month for the first three months, then every three months.
  • Some mattresses are turn-able; check the label. Many modern pocket-sprung mattresses are no-turn.
  • Use a mattress protector — it adds years to the life and is essential for warranty cover on stains.

Rugs

  • Vacuum without the beater bar.
  • Rotate quarterly to even out wear.
  • Spills: blot immediately. Professional clean every 18 – 24 months.

When in doubt, call us

If a piece is showing unusual wear or you have spilled something unfamiliar, call +44 151 946 0344 before reaching for a household cleaner. We have seen most things and can usually save the day.

Last updated 2026-05-25 · J & M McEwen, Kirkwall

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Phone +44 151 946 0344

Email enquiries@lienefurniture.co.uk

Showroom
76 Junction Rd
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
KW15 1AR, United Kingdom

Opening hours
Mon – Fri  9.00am – 5.00pm
Saturday  9.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday  closed

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Care & maintenance

Practical advice for getting decades of life out of upholstery, leather, timber, mattresses and rugs.

Why care matters

Even the best-built furniture needs a small amount of regular care to last. Spending five minutes a month is the difference between furniture that looks tired in three years and furniture that is still in service in twenty.

Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs)

  • Vacuum weekly on a low-power upholstery setting to lift surface dust.
  • Plump and rotate cushions every two weeks so seats and backs wear evenly.
  • Spills: blot with a clean white cloth, never rub. Test cleaners on a hidden patch first.
  • Direct sunlight fades fabric and dries leather. Use blinds in summer.

Leather

  • Wipe with a slightly damp microfibre cloth weekly.
  • Apply a manufacturer-approved leather conditioner every 6 – 12 months on aniline and semi-aniline leathers.
  • Pigmented leather is the most hard-wearing — conditioner once a year is plenty.

Solid timber

  • Dust weekly with a soft cloth, in the direction of the grain.
  • Coasters under hot mugs, mats under serving dishes.
  • Oiled timber — re-oil every 6 – 12 months. We can sell you the right oil for your piece.
  • Avoid silicone-based polishes; they build up a sticky film that is hard to remove.

Veneered & lacquered surfaces

  • Wipe with a damp cloth, dry immediately.
  • Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
  • Lift, don't drag, items across the surface.

Mattresses

  • Rotate end-to-end every month for the first three months, then every three months.
  • Some mattresses are turn-able; check the label. Many modern pocket-sprung mattresses are no-turn.
  • Use a mattress protector — it adds years to the life and is essential for warranty cover on stains.

Rugs

  • Vacuum without the beater bar.
  • Rotate quarterly to even out wear.
  • Spills: blot immediately. Professional clean every 18 – 24 months.

When in doubt, call us

If a piece is showing unusual wear or you have spilled something unfamiliar, call +44 151 946 0344 before reaching for a household cleaner. We have seen most things and can usually save the day.

Last updated 2026-05-25 · J & M McEwen, Kirkwall

Talk to a person

Phone +44 151 946 0344

Email enquiries@lienefurniture.co.uk

Showroom
76 Junction Rd
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
KW15 1AR, United Kingdom

Opening hours
Mon – Fri  9.00am – 5.00pm
Saturday  9.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday  closed

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Care & maintenance

Practical advice for getting decades of life out of upholstery, leather, timber, mattresses and rugs.

Why care matters

Even the best-built furniture needs a small amount of regular care to last. Spending five minutes a month is the difference between furniture that looks tired in three years and furniture that is still in service in twenty.

Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs)

  • Vacuum weekly on a low-power upholstery setting to lift surface dust.
  • Plump and rotate cushions every two weeks so seats and backs wear evenly.
  • Spills: blot with a clean white cloth, never rub. Test cleaners on a hidden patch first.
  • Direct sunlight fades fabric and dries leather. Use blinds in summer.

Leather

  • Wipe with a slightly damp microfibre cloth weekly.
  • Apply a manufacturer-approved leather conditioner every 6 – 12 months on aniline and semi-aniline leathers.
  • Pigmented leather is the most hard-wearing — conditioner once a year is plenty.

Solid timber

  • Dust weekly with a soft cloth, in the direction of the grain.
  • Coasters under hot mugs, mats under serving dishes.
  • Oiled timber — re-oil every 6 – 12 months. We can sell you the right oil for your piece.
  • Avoid silicone-based polishes; they build up a sticky film that is hard to remove.

Veneered & lacquered surfaces

  • Wipe with a damp cloth, dry immediately.
  • Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
  • Lift, don't drag, items across the surface.

Mattresses

  • Rotate end-to-end every month for the first three months, then every three months.
  • Some mattresses are turn-able; check the label. Many modern pocket-sprung mattresses are no-turn.
  • Use a mattress protector — it adds years to the life and is essential for warranty cover on stains.

Rugs

  • Vacuum without the beater bar.
  • Rotate quarterly to even out wear.
  • Spills: blot immediately. Professional clean every 18 – 24 months.

When in doubt, call us

If a piece is showing unusual wear or you have spilled something unfamiliar, call +44 151 946 0344 before reaching for a household cleaner. We have seen most things and can usually save the day.

Last updated 2026-05-25 · J & M McEwen, Kirkwall

Talk to a person

Phone +44 151 946 0344

Email enquiries@lienefurniture.co.uk

Showroom
76 Junction Rd
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
KW15 1AR, United Kingdom

Opening hours
Mon – Fri  9.00am – 5.00pm
Saturday  9.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday  closed

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Care & maintenance

Practical advice for getting decades of life out of upholstery, leather, timber, mattresses and rugs.

Why care matters

Even the best-built furniture needs a small amount of regular care to last. Spending five minutes a month is the difference between furniture that looks tired in three years and furniture that is still in service in twenty.

Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs)

  • Vacuum weekly on a low-power upholstery setting to lift surface dust.
  • Plump and rotate cushions every two weeks so seats and backs wear evenly.
  • Spills: blot with a clean white cloth, never rub. Test cleaners on a hidden patch first.
  • Direct sunlight fades fabric and dries leather. Use blinds in summer.

Leather

  • Wipe with a slightly damp microfibre cloth weekly.
  • Apply a manufacturer-approved leather conditioner every 6 – 12 months on aniline and semi-aniline leathers.
  • Pigmented leather is the most hard-wearing — conditioner once a year is plenty.

Solid timber

  • Dust weekly with a soft cloth, in the direction of the grain.
  • Coasters under hot mugs, mats under serving dishes.
  • Oiled timber — re-oil every 6 – 12 months. We can sell you the right oil for your piece.
  • Avoid silicone-based polishes; they build up a sticky film that is hard to remove.

Veneered & lacquered surfaces

  • Wipe with a damp cloth, dry immediately.
  • Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
  • Lift, don't drag, items across the surface.

Mattresses

  • Rotate end-to-end every month for the first three months, then every three months.
  • Some mattresses are turn-able; check the label. Many modern pocket-sprung mattresses are no-turn.
  • Use a mattress protector — it adds years to the life and is essential for warranty cover on stains.

Rugs

  • Vacuum without the beater bar.
  • Rotate quarterly to even out wear.
  • Spills: blot immediately. Professional clean every 18 – 24 months.

When in doubt, call us

If a piece is showing unusual wear or you have spilled something unfamiliar, call +44 151 946 0344 before reaching for a household cleaner. We have seen most things and can usually save the day.

Last updated 2026-05-25 · J & M McEwen, Kirkwall

Talk to a person

Phone +44 151 946 0344

Email enquiries@lienefurniture.co.uk

Showroom
76 Junction Rd
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
KW15 1AR, United Kingdom

Opening hours
Mon – Fri  9.00am – 5.00pm
Saturday  9.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday  closed

Open in Google Maps →
Call us · +44 151 946 0344Call us