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The
fabric covering |
There
are two types of washing process for
our fabrics: dry cleaning and washing in
water.
Dry cleaning is an operation which foresees
cleaning the covering material using organic
solvents.
The process includes cleaning, rinsing and
drying. It is essential to iron the covering
by following the ironing instructions shown
on the label after the drying phase.
Specialist dry cleaners must be used
when the covering requires dry cleaning.
Washing in water is an operation which
foresees cleaning the fabric covering in
water. This process includes cleaning, rinsing
and drying. After washing it is essential to
iron the covering by following the ironing
instructions shown on the label.
When the covering is washed in water,
it is necessary to pay attention to the
maximum washing temperature indicated
on the sofa label.
Warning
• Fabrics to be dry cleaned must not
be washed in water under any
circumstance.
This operation would not enable
the fabrics to be subsequently
refitted.
Cleaning
the fabric covering
Cleaning category "A" coverings
Liqueurs
Dab with absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
Wash using only colourless, mild soapsuds,
obtained by shaking the container
vigorously, if the stain persists. Then remove
the stain using only 15% denatured alcohol
diluted in water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside working towards the centre of the
damp area.
Soft Drinks/Wine
Dab with absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
Remove the stain by only using vinegar
diluted in water at 50% if the stain persists.
Then wash using only colourless, neutral
soapsuds obtain by shaking the container
vigorously. Finally, dab the soapsuds with
a cloth dampened with water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside working towards the centre of the
damp area.
Coffee/tea
Dab with absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
If the stain persists, wash using only
colourless, mild soapsuds, obtained by
shaking the container vigorously. Then
remove the stain using only a solution of
10% ammonia diluted in water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside working towards the centre of the
damp area.
Beer
Dab with absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
If the stain persists, remove the stain using
only warm water (max 40°C / 104°F) diluted
with 3% denatured alcohol in water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the outside working towards the centre
of the
damp area.
Oil
Dab with absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
Wash the stain using only colourless, mild
soapsuds, obtained by shaking the container
vigorously. Absorb as much of the stain as
possible using absorbent paper.
Remove the stain using a white, nonabrasive
cloth dampened only with
perchloroethylene, if the stain persists.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside working towards the centre of the
damp area.
Cleaning category "B" coverings
Coverings belonging to this group are
treated with Teflon Fabric Protector, which
forms a molecular protection around the
fibres, making them considerably more
resistant to grease and liquid stains. This
treatment does not change the colour, the
consistency or the transpiration
characteristics of the fabric, which can be
washed frequently and has been
dermatologically tested. We recommend
that the instructions shown on the label
stitched to the fabric are followed carefully
if the intensive and continuous use of the
sofa requires the entire covering to be
washed. The stains that are listed below
may be cleaned using the recommended
procedure.
Liqueurs, Soft Drinks, Wine, Coffee, Tea,
Beer
Dab using absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
If the stain persists, wash only using
colourless, mild soapsuds, obtained by
shaking the container vigorously.
Then dab the soapsuds with a cloth
dampened with water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside towards the centre of the damp
area.
Oil
Oily stains must be removed using a dry
stain remover, which can be purchased
from any supermarket. We
recommend
that the fabric reaction is tested on a
point of the covering that is hidden
before using the stain remover. Apply the
stain remover on a colourless, clean cloth
and rub gently to remove the dirt. Clean
from the outside edge working towards
the centre to prevent the stain from
becoming larger. It is advisable to use a
specialised laundry in the case of large or
persistent stains.
Cleaning category "C" coverings
Liqueurs, Soft Drinks, Wine, Coffee, Tea,
Beer and Oil
Dab using absorbent paper or a white, nonabrasive
cloth and then remove the stain.
If the stain persists clean using a dry stain
remover which can be purchased at any
supermarket. We recommend that the
fabric reaction is tested on a point of
the covering that is hidden before using
the stain remover.
It is advisable to use a specialised laundry
in the case of large or persistent stains.
Cleaning category "D" coverings
Coverings belonging to this group have
been subjected to water-oil repellent
treatment, which prevents the dirt from
penetrating the fabric fibres. The majority
of stains can be removed by dabbing with
a white, non-abrasive and absorbent cloth.
The more difficult stains, capable of
penetrating the fabric, must be removed
by using a simple stain removing procedure.
The stains listed below can be cleaned using
the following remedies.
Liqueurs, Soft Drinks, Wine, Coffee, Tea,
Beer
We recommend dabbing with absorbent
paper or a white, non-abrasive cloth, in the
case of water based stains. Wash using only
colourless, mild soapsuds, obtained by the shaking
the container vigorously if the stain
persists.
Then dab the soapsuds using a cloth
dampened with water.
Dry immediately with warm air using a hair
dryer. Direct the jet of warm air from the
outside working towards the centre of the
damp area.
Oil
Oily stains must be removed using a dry
stain remover which can be purchased
from any supermarket. We
recommend
that the fabric reaction is tested on a
point of the covering that is hidden
before using the stain remover. Apply
the stain remover on a colourless, clean
cloth and rub gently to remove the dirt.
Clean from the outside edge working
towards the centre to prevent the stain
from becoming larger. It is advisable to use
a specialised laundry in the case of large
or persistent stains.
Warning
• Position the sofa at least 50 cm. from
sources of heat such as heaters or
radiators.
• Avoid exposing the sofa to direct
sunlight or to powerful lamps to
ensure the colour of the covering
remains bright.
• To remove dust, brush delicately using
a brush with soft bristles or use a
vacuum cleaner at a medium power
output setting using the most suitable
accessory supplied with the cleaner
and taking care not to rub the
accessory directly on the covering.
• To maintain the aesthetic appearance
it is advisable to treat each stain before
it is absorbent excessively: this will
avoid prolonged or abrasive
treatments being required.
• If it is found necessary to use solvents,
avoid applying the solvents directly
on the stain. Pour the solvent onto a
clean cloth: each treatment should
first be tested on a hidden area of the
sofa.
• Clean the stain by adopting a circular
movement, working from the outside
towards the centre.
Always take care to rub each stain
delicately.
• Follow the washing instructions
shown on the maintenance label.
• Use of detergents for washing dishes
or similar detergents is not
recommended because residues may
be deposited on the covering fibres.
• If you purchase a new sofa, with a
covering that is an identical article
and/or has the same colour as a
sofa that you already own, it is
possible that you may note slight
differences in shades of colour
between the two.
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