CARE & MAINTENANCE
Beautiful Furniture. Beautifully Maintained.
Thoughtful care helps preserve the beauty, comfort, and character of your furniture for years to come.
From everyday maintenance to caring for individual materials, a few simple practices can make a lasting difference.
Explore our care recommendations to keep your Lanott pieces looking and feeling their best.
Everyday Care
Simple habits that make a difference.
Material Guidance
Considered care for every finish.
Dedicated Support
Expert assistance when you need it.
Follow the care label and product-specific or supplier instructions for your exact material and finish. Where these differ from this general guide, the specific instructions take precedence. Our team can help if anything is unclear.
A Little Care Goes a Long Way.
Maintaining your furniture begins with a few thoughtful habits. Regular, gentle care helps preserve its appearance and comfort while reducing unnecessary wear.
Keep It Clean
Remove dust regularly using a clean, soft cloth or an appropriate upholstery attachment.
Protect from Sunlight
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which may affect colors and certain material finishes over time.
Avoid Excessive Heat & Moisture
Keep furniture away from direct heat sources and excessive dampness.
Attend to Spills Promptly
Gently blot spills with a clean, absorbent cloth. Avoid rubbing, excessive moisture, or applying unsuitable cleaning products.
Maintain Cushion Shape
Where applicable, gently plump, reposition, and rotate removable cushions to help maintain their appearance and comfort.
Handle with Care
Lift furniture when moving it rather than dragging it, and protect surfaces from unnecessary impact, pressure, or scratches.
Caring for Your Upholstery
Upholstery is central to the comfort and character of your furniture. Gentle, regular care helps maintain its appearance and texture.
Fabric Upholstery
- Vacuum gently using a suitable soft upholstery attachment. Remove surface dust regularly.
- Gently plump and reposition removable cushions where appropriate.
- Blot spills immediately using a clean, dry, white cloth. Never scrub or rub a stain.
- Avoid soaking the fabric or applying excessive moisture.
- Keep upholstery away from prolonged direct sunlight and excessive heat.
- Consult Lanott before using cleaning chemicals, stain removers, or professional treatments.
Cleaning requirements vary by fabric composition and finish. A product suitable for one upholstery fabric may not be safe for another. Steam cleaning and machine washing should only be used where the specific care instructions permit them.
Leather & Leather-Finish Upholstery
- Remove dust using a soft, dry cloth.
- Where appropriate for the specific finish, use a barely damp cloth for light surface cleaning. Avoid excessive moisture.
- Keep away from direct heat and prolonged sunlight.
- Avoid alcohol-based wipes, household cleaners, solvents, and abrasive products.
- Do not use oils, waxes, conditioners, or polishes unless specifically approved for the material.
- Contact our team before attempting to remove difficult stains.
Natural leather, coated leather, synthetic upholstery, and leather-finish materials can require different care. Confirm the exact material and finish before treatment.
Some leather materials develop subtle changes in texture, softness, and appearance with use. These natural characteristics should be distinguished from genuine material defects.
Caring for Every Surface
Different surfaces require different care. Using appropriate methods helps preserve their finish, texture, and appearance.
Wood & Veneer
- Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth.
- For appropriate finishes, use a barely damp cloth and dry the surface immediately. Remove spills promptly.
- Use coasters, placemats, and protective pads. Avoid direct contact with hot objects.
- Avoid abrasive pads, silicone-based polish sprays, harsh cleaners, and excessive moisture.
- Protect furniture from prolonged direct sunlight and extreme environmental conditions.
Marble-effect wood is a decorative finish, not natural stone. Follow the instructions for the actual surface and coating.
Marble & Natural Stone
- Wipe spills promptly, particularly acidic or oily liquids.
- Use soft cloths and cleaning products approved for the specific stone finish.
- Avoid acidic cleaners, vinegar, abrasive pads, and harsh chemicals.
- Use coasters and protective mats. Avoid dragging objects across stone surfaces.
- Do not leave standing water on the surface.
Natural stone may feature variations in veining, coloration, and texture. These should be evaluated separately from actual damage or defects.
Porcelain & Ceramic Surfaces
- Clean gently with a soft cloth and a mild cleaner suitable for the specific surface finish.
- Dry the surface after cleaning.
- Avoid abrasive pads and aggressive chemicals.
- Use protective mats where appropriate.
- Avoid dragging heavy or sharp objects across the surface. Protect edges from impact.
Metal & Decorative Finishes
- Dust with a clean, soft cloth.
- Use only cleaning methods appropriate for the specific metal and finish.
- Avoid abrasive pads, harsh chemicals, and aggressive polishing.
- Remove moisture promptly.
- Protect decorative finishes from unnecessary scratching and impact.
Glass & Reflective Surfaces
- Use a soft, clean microfiber cloth.
- Clean using a method suitable for the glass or coating.
- Avoid abrasive pads and sharp objects.
- Where a cleaning product is appropriate, apply it to the cloth rather than spraying directly onto surrounding joints or other materials.
- Dry edges and frames after cleaning.
Maintaining Comfort & Function
Thoughtful handling helps preserve the comfort and function of furniture designed for everyday living.
Cushions & Padding
- Gently plump and reshape removable cushions where appropriate.
- Rotate or reposition interchangeable cushions when the design permits.
- Avoid placing excessive concentrated weight on unsupported areas.
- Allow cushions to settle naturally after use.
Some variation in softness and cushion shape is expected through normal use. Unusual deterioration is reviewed fairly rather than automatically dismissed as normal settling.
Modular Furniture
- Position modules on a stable, level surface.
- Follow the configuration and connection instructions for your specific design.
- Do not drag connected modules across the floor.
- Where connectors or moving parts are fitted, avoid forcing them.
- Contact Lanott if a module becomes unstable or does not align correctly.
Moving Components
For swivel chairs, wheeled dining chairs, and other furniture with moving parts:
- Keep accessible moving areas free from dust and debris.
- Avoid forcing movement.
- Use furniture on an appropriate, stable surface.
- Follow the product-specific instructions where available.
- Contact Lanott if unusual resistance, instability, or malfunction develops.
Do not disassemble, lubricate, or attempt technical repairs unless the product-specific instructions or Lanott expressly advise it.
Caring for Outdoor Furniture
Outdoor furniture is designed for its intended environment, but regular care and suitable protection remain important to maintaining its appearance and condition.
- Remove dust and surface debris regularly.
- Clean each material according to its specific care recommendations.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to standing water where unsuitable for the material.
- Protect removable cushions and upholstery during extended periods of rain or non-use, according to their product specifications.
- Allow damp items to dry appropriately before storage.
- Follow the recommended handling and storage guidance for each outdoor product.
Use a piece outdoors only where its product specifications confirm that the complete piece is suitable. Upholstery suitability alone does not establish that the frame, finish, or other components are intended for outdoor use.
When Extra Care Is Needed
Accidents happen. The right response can help minimize damage and protect your furniture from unsuitable treatments.
Act Promptly
Gently absorb excess liquid with a clean, dry, absorbent cloth.
Avoid Rubbing
Do not scrub or spread the affected area.
Avoid Unapproved Products
Different materials react differently to cleaning agents. Avoid experimenting with household products or chemical treatments.
Ask Our Team
For persistent stains, unusual marks, or uncertain material compatibility, contact Lanott before attempting further cleaning.
Professional Cleaning & Upholstery Services
Where suitable, our team can review requests for professional cleaning or upholstery-related assistance.
Availability, recommended treatment, feasibility, pricing, and any necessary shipping arrangements are assessed and confirmed individually. Stain removal and reupholstery cannot be guaranteed for every piece.
Care That Continues.
Our commitment to your furniture extends beyond the purchase.
Lanott’s five-year residential warranty provides support for qualifying faults in materials, construction, upholstery, finishes, and functional components, subject to the applicable warranty terms.
For questions about furniture care, cleaning methods, or an issue with your purchase, our team is available to assist.
This guide does not introduce new warranty conditions. Damage caused by unsuitable cleaning is assessed under the existing warranty terms and applicable consumer rights; unrelated covered faults remain unaffected.