How To Make Your Furniture Last Longer
Furniture in homes is prone to wear and tear and if there are kids and pets at home, wear and tear are even faster. Given below are some tips that will help you manage and ensure that all your furniture pieces at home last over the years to come.
Polishing Furniture and Hardware
Wood furniture and metal furniture need maintenance. The furniture should be polished from time to time, but avoid the polishes that contain ammonia, as it may result in corrosion. Instead, opt for a polish with a mild abrasive. Also, ensure that while you polish the furniture, the rest of the furniture should be protected with masking tape. You should also remove the hardware on the furniture to make sure that it lasts longer.
Regular Cleaning
You can make your furniture pieces look new as always, if you maintain the appearance and regularly dust, clean and vacuum the pieces. Steam cleaner for the couch can be used that is indeed a good idea that can be used on the sofa-sectionals without any damage caused to the fabric. Stains and spills of food or drinks, if any, should instantly be treated.
Always Buy Quality Furniture
A key to furniture maintenance is that you shouldn’t ever buy cheap furniture on the first hand. Furniture is a long-term investment and, thereby, quality should be the priority while you shop for furniture pieces especially like sofas, beds, etc.
Leather and Cushion Care
The upholstery of the sofas, couches, and plush beddings like cushions, throws, and mattresses should be regularly vacuumed and washed to slow down their aging process. Also, rotation of mattress, bedspreads, and cushions after some fixed interval is necessary. Maintaining a leather sofa is also necessary and you should dust the surface regularly. Deep cleaning of leather furniture should be timely. Firstly, dust the surface well and then a mild cleaning solution should be used. Wipe the surface and dry with a cloth.