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Objects for life. All of the WILLEM SMITH pieces are meant for a lifetime. Below are some straightforward tips to help you easily preserve the beauty of your collection for years to come.

Enjoy. Host yet another three-hour dinner party in your Etesian chairs. Curl up with a long novel in our Francisco. Our uncompromising attention to the construction of each piece assures your WILLEM SMITH collection will endure and endure. Our classic, clean lines and our conscientious provision of the highest quality and most appropriate materials assure your pieces will be simple to maintain. 

If you have specific questions on caring for any of your WILLEM SMITH piece, please call us. We would love to hear from you.

Wood

Dust can cast a dull pallor, masking the inherent beauty of our carefully selected woods. Frequent dusting not only allows you to pass the white glove test and recoup the wood’s sheen, it removes airborne pollutants which could scratch wooden surfaces. An ever so slightly dampened, clean, soft cloth is our tool or choice; it effectively removes and traps dust from becoming airborne again. Periodically, to restore the natural luster, polish wooden furniture with a lint-free cloth, working in the direction of the grains as much as possible. 

Leather Furniture

WILLEM SMITH can partner with you to guide you in understanding the quality, grade and origin of the leather used as you customize your leather pieces. Our high quality leather will provide many years of good service. Maintenance is easy. A wipe of a clean, soft, damp cloth and regular dusting. Over time, leather will develop a patina giving it a distinctive appearance as it matures. To extend the life of leather, we recommend applying a specialist hide solution every year or so. 

Fabric

WILLEM SMITH fabrics are selected not only for their beauty but also taking into consideration the practicality of using your pieces yet keeping them beautiful. Naturally, wipe up any spills and spots as soon as you see them. Using the small attachment for your vacuum cleaner you can quickly keep your upholstered furniture clean and dust free. A steam cleaner can help provide a periodic, deeper clean. As with all valuable pieces of furniture and antiques, avoid placing them in direct sunlight or within two feet of heat sources. Sun and heat can dry out wood and finishes, crack leather and fade upholstered fabric. Of course, water can also damage wood, leather and fabric surfaces. If you have a spill, dry the area thoroughly and promptly. All-purpose cleaning sprays are not appropriate for WILLEM SMITH or other fine furniture.

You’ve no doubt already measured the space where you will put the piece and compared it to the dimensions on our pages about each product. Now let's make sure you can get it there.

The pathway to its intended destination

• Entryways: height and width of all areas. Take into consideration the space that the door takes up. Are there any fixtures in the way?
• Entry Clearance: the distance from the wall, through the doorway to the opposite wall.
• Twists and Turns: consider ceiling height (if you need to stand the sofa), lights, fans or other ceiling fixtures, banisters.

Other considerations

• Before delivery, remove any frames or artwork from walls to avoid bumps and scratches.
• Remove any potential obstacles between the door and your furniture’s final placement—plants, chairs, accent tables, etc.
• Please confine pets to ensure they won’t be underfoot or escape out open doors.
• If you live in a building with an elevator, measure the height of the door, as well as the inside space to ensure it’s big enough for your furniture to travel in.
• Cut out a cardboard template in the size of the new furniture or using masking tape mark off the area on your floor to help you envision how it will fit in your room.