How to Take Care of Your New Furniture

Buying new furniture to update your home décor is exciting. You may be replacing your worn, older furniture, or you may have decided to change your style and go with the latest trends. Whatever your reason, you can find a wide selection of name brands at furniture stores in Howell and Eatontown, New Jersey.

Here are some good ideas for caring for your new furniture. Note that these are general tips and make sure to follow the manufacturer’s directions. Protecting your furniture with performance fabrics and a Guardsman furniture protection plan can help extend the life of your new purchases.

·        Be Careful Where you Place your Furniture

You may know that wood furniture will not do well when it is placed near a fireplace or in direct sunlight. Make sure to keep your new furniture away from heating and cooling vents. If you don’t place your furniture correctly, the wood can dry out and the finish may fade. Moisture producing humidifiers can also affect your wood furniture.

·        Keep Your Furniture Clean

If you want your furniture to last, make sure to clean it on a regular basis. A dry, soft cloth or a feather duster is ideal to remove dust from wood furniture. For a more thorough cleaning, wipe down the wood furniture with a slightly damp cloth.

A cotton cloth is the best choice since the fibers in a synthetic cloth may cause scratches on the surface. Many manufacturers recommend avoiding wax-based and silicon cleaning products for wood furniture with a low sheen.

·        Clean Up Spills

If something spills on your furniture, clean it up as soon as possible to prevent the liquid from staining. Use a clean cloth or paper towel and blot the stain to soak up the liquid. Be aware that rubbing can make the stain worse. You can wipe wood or upholstered furniture with a damp cloth and then dry it with a separate cloth. Performance fabrics can help you deal with spills.

·        Purchase a Guardsman Furniture Warranty

A Guardsman Furniture Warranty can help you extend the life of your new furniture. The protection plan can help with food and beverage stains, undesirable human and pet stains and accidental damage. You can choose a 5-year protection plan for peace of mind.

Home Living Furniture Stores in Howell and Eatontown, New Jersey

Find a large selection of name brand furniture collections at Home Living Furniture. Ask your sales representative about the Guardsman protection plans that are right for your new furniture.

For further information, visit homelivingfurniture.com.