Furniture Care

A leather couch can add a touch of beauty, style and sophistication to the relaxing areas of your home. Whether it's in front of a television or a roaring fireplace, a leather couch can be the...

Tables take more wear and tear than almost any other surface in our homes. Used for work, play and meals, they hold up our most important objects and participate in some of the most important...

The proteins found in curry powder bind to whatever they touch, and the spice can discolor fabrics in the same way that a dye will. Leather can be difficult to clean because it reacts...

Wooden furniture can provide a beautiful, sophisticated touch to any home décor. Unless you keep your furniture completely covered, however, it is almost inevitable that you will see wear,...

Keeping wood tables healthy keeps them looking like new. With a little wood polish or oil, little stains, nicks and scratches can be erased easily. However, heat marks can leave a permanent stain...

The sofa is one of the most expensive and hardest working pieces of furniture in the average household. Protecting and maintaining the sofa is essential to prolong its lifespan to ensure that you...

Ink stains are among the most frustrating stains to remove. Once ink has marred a surface, very few cleaners can remove the stain from furniture. Your best tool to fight ink stains is your typical...

Furniture upholstered in velvet adds depth and personality to any home decor. Velvet is also very delicate and can be damaged easily by using the wrong cleaning products and methods. Spills are...

Teak is a dense, close-grained hardwood that is more durable and low-maintenance than many other types used to construct furniture. Teak is suitable for indoor or outdoor furniture and is often...

Red pen ink stains are common on sofas, couches, armchairs and other upholstery. Whether due to a pen mistakenly left in a pocket or a child's mischief, red pen ink stains on furniture can be...

Furniture is a big investment and an important part of the home. When something like honey falls on the furniture, it is often difficult to clean up. Upholstered furniture can be a chore to keep...

Leather is a durable and attractive fabric that many choose as the covering for furniture, automobile interior and clothes. Manufacturers sometimes recommend the best method for cleaning your...

Cleaning leather involves not only the removal of the offending stain or substance but the preservation of the grain and texture as well. While some soiling will come off leather with saddle soap...

Of all the different substances that can stain furniture, you wouldn't expect water to be the culprit. Unfortunately this colorless liquid can be just as bad as coffee, tea, or anything else that...

Even the most careful individuals are likely to end up with stains on their dining room chairs eventually. During dinner parties when the table is crowded or during family get-togethers when the...

Everyone that knows me knows that my Miss Lily is one spoiled brat child and that she rules this house. She also has the run of the house, she goes anywhere she wants to. She sleeps with me and...

Leather is a versatile product that is used to cover car seats, sofas and boots, among other things. Sources for this durable, tanned animal skin come from cows, pigs and ostriches, among other...

Microfiber is a synthetic fabric that repels water, is soft and durable and makes great furniture upholstery fabric. Sometimes cleaning a microfiber couch can call for expensive toxic chemicals...

Leather offers a sleek look to your living room. For allergy sufferers, it's the perfect solution as there aren't fibers for dust to hide within. Leather is, unfortunately, a temperamental...

We have all had someone spill something on our upholstered furniture. Whether your guests have knocked over a glass of wine or your husband spilled his coffee on your furniture, you know the spill...

Leather furniture is an elegant and timeless addition to any room. There are many different types of leather used for furniture, but they all require similar care and maintenance. Leather is...

To extend the life of your fabrics and upholstery it is important to use the right cleaning products and treatment methods. Although chemical-laden products can effectively clean your fabric and...

It is not uncommon for upholstered furniture to be stained with grease. After all, accidents happen. Pizza, popcorn butter and even nonfood items such as hair oil and Vaseline seem to find their...

Leather furniture is an excellent investment that is both beautiful and comfortable. With good care, leather furniture can last for generations. One good way to ensure that the furniture will wear...

Leather is an expensive material that is often protected and cared for as if it is delicate. Which leads many people to believe that leather cannot be repaired or cleaned at home. When leather is...

Leather is considered one of the more luxurious of textiles for your furniture. It can last a lifetime if cared for properly. While not stain-proof, leather is stain resistant, and most spills can...

Leather furniture is a major investment. While dropping an ink pen on a leather couch--or having a toddler turn it into an inky work of art--may create a horrifying sight, you actually have pretty...

Have you ever had an awful stain in your carpet that you just can't get out? We've all been there. Sometimes accidents happen, but there is a way to fix it and get your carpets back to looking...

Many of us can't live without coffee. It gives us a boost and gets us going! But that's not all coffee can do. If you have spilled your java, you know coffee can leave it's mark. Don't panic. ...

Removing ink from leather is tricky, but it can be done if you act quickly. The longer an ink stain has been on leather the more difficult it will be to remove. There are a few important things to...

Based on a recommendation of 8 hours of sleep per day, most people will spend about a third of their lives in bed. While a mattress pad is a good idea, sometimes a mattress either goes without, or...

Water is an enemy to unsealed and poorly-sealed hardwood furniture and flooring. It will tendency to leach into the wood leaving a whitish stain. Water that sits too long can even turn the wood...

Removing milk stains from upholstery is simple but takes patience. It is important to not only remove the stain itself but also the entire milk residue within the upholstery. If milk is left...

Increasing in popularity due to its durability and reputation for easy cleaning, microfiber suede furniture is attractive and affordable. Microfiber suede is a tightly woven fiber that is thinner...

Mattress cleaning methods range from a simple do-it-yourself airing to professional cleaning assistance. In between there are a variety of methods with the result being a mattress that is...

Mattresses can get wet in a variety of ways. Kids have accidents, dogs have accidents--maybe you simply had an accident with a glass of water you were drinking in bed. Whatever the reason, a wet...

Furniture manufacturers have standard cleaning codes that they label each piece with. Understanding the meaning of these codes can help you to know if a piece is a good fit for your home and the...

You can care for your leather naturally with natural soaps made from oil. Always condition leather after cleaning by coating them with mink oil or other natural oils.

Oriental carpets add beauty to a home like few other accessories. They are usually a major investment, and given their nature, are susceptible to wear and tear. Providing the best care for your...

Unfortunately, getting stains on a leather sofa is probably inevitable at some point. Some can be easy to remove and some can be tricky. Removing shoe dye stains from a leather sofa can be even...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how to use a paintbrush when...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including using a soft cloth for applying...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how much wood stain to apply.

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including what brushes to use when applying...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how to test the new wood stain.

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including cleaning the furniture before...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how to choose a new wood stain to...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how to prepare the furniture for...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including how to sand furniture for stain...

In this free, do it yourself video guide to refinishing and restoring wood furniture, learn tips and techniques for how to refinish old wood furniture, including using the orbital sander for...