Fabric cleaning

Outdoor furniture care  &  cleaning

 

One of the best way to keep fabrics looking good and to delay deep or vigorous  cleanings is to properly maintain  the fabrics. This can be accomplished by simply brushing off dirt before it becomes embedded  in the fabrics, wiping up spills as soon as they occur or spot cleaning soon after stains occur.

 

General or light cleaning

• brush off any loose dirt
• prepare a cleaning solution of 60 ml (1/4 cup) mild soap per 3,5 l lukewarm water ( less than 38°C)
• use a sponge or a soft bristle brush to clean
• allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric
• rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue
• allow fabric to air dry

For removable fabric umbrella and cushion covers, machine wash in cold water ( less than 40°C).

 

Spot cleaning

 

• apply a light mist of our recommended cleaning solution using a spray bottle (303 AEROSPACE CLEANER)
• work the solution into the stain by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or very soft bristle brush
• rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue
• blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge
• wet-vacuum or blot excess water
• reapet these steps until stain is removed

 

Heavy cleaning for stubborn stains and mildew

 

Fabric does not promote mildew growth, however, mildew may grow on dirt and other foreign substances that are not removed from the fabric. To clean mildew, or other stubborn stains:

• prepare of solution of  200 ml bleach and 60 ml mild soap per 3,5 l clean water
• spray on entire area and allow to soak into the fabric
• scrub vigorously with a soft bristle brush, sponge or clean towel
• rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue
• allow fabric to air dry

If stain and/or mildew are severe, bleach quantities may be increased. Machine wash in cold water (less than 40°C).

 

Helpful hints

 

Protect the area around the fabric when using a bleach solution - bleach may discolor non-fabrics. Always rinse the fabric thoroughly to completely remove bleach. Fabric air-dries very quickly. Machine drying is not necessary. If the fabric has some wrinkling, use an iron, if necessary, but only on the synthetic setting. As some irons exceed the recommended 40°C temperature on the synthetic setting, test a small inconspicuous area before ironing entire piece.

 

DO NOT use a steamer or iron set to steam setting.

 

Re-treating the fabric for ease of cleaning

 

Fabrics have a special finish that enhances water repellency. The finish is designed to last for several years of normal use, but may be refreshed after a thorough cleaning or extended use. The producer recommends 303 HIGH TECH FABRIC GUARD as the preferred re-treatment product for fabrics.

 

Applying 303 HIGH TECH FABRIC GUARD

 

303 should be applied to fabrics after each thorough cleaning, which typically removes the original finish and reduces the fabric´s water repellency.

• clean fabric, using one of the cleaning methods
• allow to completely air dry
• apply 303 Fabric Guard in a well-ventilated area following instructions on the container
• apply 303 in a thin, even coat and allow fabric to dry completely
• apply a second thin, even coating of 303. (Two light coatings are more effective in restoring fabric water resistance than a single heavy coating)
• a 400 ml bottle provides coverage of up 6 m2 fabric

 

Professional cleaners

 

In evaluating the services of a professional firm, you should inquire about the firm´s experience in working with the fabrics and knowledge and re-treatment requirements.

 

DO NOT dry clean fabrics.

 

Stain chart - recommended cleaning solutions

 

• beer -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water + 90 ml white vinegar
• berry -   dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water + 120-230 ml ammonia
• bird droppings -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• blood (dried) -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water + 120-230 ml ammonia
• butter -  acetone
• charcoal, pencil marks -  vacuum, dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• catsup and mustard -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• chewing gum -  acetone
• chocolate -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water + 120 ml ammonia
• coffee -  dishwashing liquid + water + white vinegar
• cola -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• crayon -  paint remover, oil or grease remover
• juice - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• egg (raw) -  dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• ink -  paint remover, acetone, soap water
• lipstick - paint remover, oil or grease remover
• mascara  - paint remover, acetone, dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• mildew -  2 dl bleach + dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• milk - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• nail polish  - acetone
• oil  - acetone
• paint(latex) dried - paint remover, oil or grease remover
• paint (latex) wet - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• shoe polish (liquid) -  acetone
• shoe polish (wax)  - apply heated iron over towel, acetone
• suntan lotion  - acetone
• tea  - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• tree sap  - turpentine, dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• urine, vomit    - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water
• wine  - dishwashing liquid 60 ml + 3,5 l water + 120-230 ml ammonia + 90 ml white vinegar
• paint (oil or lacquer) - paint remover, oil or grease remover

 

 

 

 

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