Nowell's Furniture Care - Fabric
Most fabric mills use a standard code to indicate the recommended cleaning methods for a particular fabric. They are as follows:
- W--Use water-based cleaner. Spot clean this fabric with the foam only of a water-based cleaning agent such as a mild detergent or commercial upholstery shampoo. Use sparingly. Avoid over wetting.
- S--Use solvent-based cleaner. Spot clean this fabric with a mild water-free dry-cleaning solvent available at hardware stores, grocery stores, or Nowell's. Use sparingly in a well-ventilated are with no sparks or flame in the room.
- S / W--Use water-based or solvent cleaner. Spot clean this fabric with a dry-cleaning solvent, mild detergent foam or upholstery shampoo, depending on the stain.
- X--Vacuum Only. Clean this fabric only by vacuuming or light brushing to prevent accumulation of dust and grime. Water-based foam or solvent-based cleaning agents of any kind may cause excessive shrinking, fading or spotting.
CAUTION:
Use of water-based cleaners on this type of material may cause spotting and/or excessive shrinking. by the same token, solvent cleaning agents will not, usually, remove stains from fabrics with a W cleaning code.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Nowell's. We will be happy to assist in any way we can, regardless of where you purchased your furniture.