Fabric Maintenance & Care

Many workplaces opt for a fabric office chair due to their comfort. Nevertheless, with regular use, they can gather dirt, stains, and wear out. Proper maintenance and care can help sustain their appearance and function. This guide offers tips and techniques for fabric office chair maintenance and care.

REGULAR CARE:

Rotate reversible cushions regularly. Regular vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and low suction is recommended. Protect from direct sunlight.

GENERAL CLEANING:

Professional cleaning is recommended when using a hot water extraction machine. Use only proprietary brand upholstery detergent. Do not use dishwashing or laundry detergents. Do not wet filling. For pile fabrics, gently vacuum to restore the pile. Avoid direct heat and sunlight while drying, and keep it in the shade. Allow drying thoroughly before re-use.

ON-SITE DRY CLEANING MACHINE METHOD PROFESSIONAL CLEANING ONLY: 

Do not wet filling with solvent. Extract solvent thoroughly after application. Do not scrub with a stiff brush. CAUTION: Exhaust solvent vapour outside the building. Provide adequate ventilation during cleaning and drying. Allow drying thoroughly before re-use. During the drying period, it is best to avoid using the room.

SHAMPOO METHOD: 

Use proprietary brand upholstery shampoo. Do not use dishwashing or laundry detergent. For pile fabrics, gently vacuum to restore the pile. Do not wet the filling. Do not scrub with a stiff brush. Dry in the shade and away from direct heat and sunlight. Allow drying thoroughly before re-use.

SPOT CLEANING:

To avoid stains, attend to spills immediately. Gently scrape any dirt or mop up any liquid from the fabric surface. Do not scrub with a stiff brush. Apply proprietary cleaning agents strictly according to instructions. Test on an inconspicuous area before use. Do not saturate or fill the fabric with water or other cleaning fluids. You can use dry cleaning solvent for spot cleaning.

Protect from direct sunlight. Rotate reversible cushions regularly. Vacuum regularly using low suction and soft brush accessory

HOT WATER EXTRACTION MACHINE METHOD – PROFESSIONAL CLEANING STRONGLY RECOMMENDED:

Use only proprietary brand upholstery detergent. Do not use dishwashing or laundry detergents. Do not wet filling. For pile fabrics, gently vacuum to restore pile. Dry in shade away from direct heat and sunlight. Allow to dry thoroughly before re-use.