Furniture should be dusted or vacuumed periodically depending on the amount of particulate matter that may have accumulated. Always dust with a polish-moistened or damp cloth, as dry dusting may scratch the surface. It is also a good practice to follow the grain of wood when dusting - wiping across the grain could cause scratches to appear if the dust contains grit. Residues such as smoke, cooking vapors or body oils can be cleaned with a damp cloth with a small amount of furniture cleaner. Remember to use a clean soft cloth such as an old T-shirt, cheesecloth, dishtowel, flannel or chamois with no snaps or buttons that may scratch the surface.
There are 2 basic types of furniture care products to avoid: silicone, and waxes. While silicone cleaners offer a high degree of shine, the silicone seeps into even the highest quality finishes creating a barrier that will not accept stain or finish. This makes it virtually impossible to refinish or touch up when it may be required.
Waxes should be avoided because their regular use may result in build-up wax film on the surface. This build-up could actually attract dirt, smoke and other pollutants in the air, resulting in smudges and streaks. Also, many waxes contain grit that may permanently damage the surface if used improperly.
Coriander Designs suggests using either a damp clean cloth, or any citrus based cleaner. They contain detergents to clean the dirt, emulsifiers give it body to clean and last longer, and mineral oil is left behind as a barrier for dirt and moisture while leaving no wax or silicone residue.
When good maintenance procedures are followed the Coriander finishes selected will beautify and protect for years to come.
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Select from a broad array of options for configurations with many specialty components. Clean, crisp lines partnered with glass, satin aluminum and wood, create a classic combination for high performance, aesthetically pleasing casegoods brought to the industry in the Cascade Series.
