Caring for your digitally printed natural fibre fabric
Digital pigment inks and their application are recognised internationally as the best commercial inks to ensure a long-life span. However, the performance of your upholstery will very much depend on its use and maintenance.
As with any natural product, the print itself/the base substrate will mature and soften with minimal colour loss over time. The quality of the digital print and base fabric together with clear care instructions play an important role in the longevity of the product. The following advice will help to prolong its life:
General Cleaning Care Advice
Most importantly avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight which may result in premature fading or discolouration. Contact with hair products, sunscreens and body lotions must also be avoided as these can damage and stain upholstery. Keep your fabric free from dust, grease and dirt. Domestic upholstery requires regular dusting and gentle vacuuming with a soft brush as part of your care regime.
Spots and Spills
If you do happen to get your fabric dirty in just one spot, soak up any excess spillage immediately with a clean absorbent cloth or sponge by blotting and not rubbing the spill into the fabric. You must not rub or scrub the print excessively when wet. Let the area dry naturally and do not use a hair dryer.
For more serious stains
Avoid any strong detergents and solvents.
Whilst all our digitally printed natural fibre fabrics consistently pass colour fastness to Dry Cleaning BS EN ISO 105 D01 2010. We are aware that dry cleaners can and do use a variety of dry-cleaning solutions/products some of which are very much unsuitable for pigment inks.
We therefore recommend you only use professional cleaning products containing sodium benzonate based cleaning agent such as Dr Beckman Upholstery Stain Remover. Please ensure the fabric is test cleaned on a safe (out of site) area or call a professional specialist for advice.
If the fabric can be removed from the sofa for example a cushion, then a gentle hand wash in cold water is recommended. Again, let the fabric dry naturally by drip drying and do not wring and definitely do not tumble. Iron if necessary, on the reverse of the fabric.
Caring for 100% Wool fabric
Gentle vacuum regularly to stop dust from collecting.
Dry cleaning only is recommended for wool. We do not recommend machine washing.
Small stains may be removed by spot cleaning using a stain remover with pH-neutral detergent diluted in lukewarm water.
Keep fabrics out of direct sunlight, excessive moisture or heat to avoid any adverse effects.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any problems relating from any treatments or alterations applied by the consumer or a third party or by non-compliance of the above.