Furniture Care

WILLEM SMITH furniture is designed and built with the intent to deliver pride of ownership for generations.    While common sense should be your guide, below are a few suggested practices for the proper maintenance of your WILLEM SMITH furniture.

Environment

• Temperature and humidity can warp or split your wood furniture. The ideal temperature is around 70 degrees (21 C) with relative humidity of 40%.
• Blocking sunlight with drapes, etc. will prevent bleaching effects on wood and finishes.
• Always use coasters, hot pads or table pads.  Make sure placemats and tablecloths are made of soft fabric.
• Do not wait to clean up spills.  Liquids left on surfaces may cause the finish to peel, flake and stain.
• Plastic feet on computers, calculators, telephones, etc. contain a plasticizing agent that may discolor or soften the finish on fine furniture. Felt pads are recommended under these items.
• Dragging or sliding items such as lamps, cardboard boxes, ashtrays can cause permanent scratches of finish. Insure coasters have felt bottoms or pads.
• Vacuuming around the legs should be done carefully to prevent dents, scratches and scuffs to the wood or bronze finish.

Cleaning

• Regularly dust your wood furniture to prevent dust buildup and maintain its finish. Always dust with the grain of the wood, not in a circular motion.
• Avoid using products that contain silicone waxes, lemon oil, or other oily polishes on your furniture since it may damage the finish.
• Never use window cleaning products as polish.