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Flooring Tips: How to Stop Furniture From Sliding

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by Jason Brubaker

If you have a hardwood floor, you probably have to reposition your furniture frequently. No matter how many times you tell your kids to not jump on the couch, it seems to find its way further and further back from where you stationed it.

Aside from moving your couch where you don’t want it, constantly sliding furniture can have a negative impact on your hardwood floor. Unlike other flooring like carpet, hardwood’s aesthetic quality can be compromised if it’s not taken care of.

Don’t fear—keeping your furniture in place isn’t that hard, and fixing this problem will greatly increase the value of your hardwood floor over time. Just like refinishing or deep-cleaning your floor, this process is a necessary fix to ensure your hardwood floor keeps its quality and appeal.

While we can’t keep your children from moving your living room couch, there are a few quick remedies to keep your furniture in place.

Rubber Pads

Probably the cheapest option, rubber pads can be used to keep chairs, sofas, and other pieces of furniture from sliding. Simply purchase a set of rubber pads from a home improvement store, such as Lowe’s or Home Depot, and place them under the legs of your furniture.

You can typically choose the size of your pads in order to align with the legs of your furniture, so be sure to measure the area of your furniture legs.

Furniture Grippers

If you want to upgrade from standard rubber pads, furniture grippers may be the way to go. These products come in different textures and can sometimes be customized to fit your furniture pieces.

Again, make sure to measure your furniture legs—this will allow you to get the most efficient grippers that are also inconspicuous. Grippers may be more expensive than rubber pads, but they typically last longer and can be more effective.

Dust Your Hardwood Floor

Dust is not only unpleasant and uncomfortable, it can cause furniture to slide even more. Keep your hardwood floor clean and dusted to minimize sliding among furniture.

If you’re using rubber pads or grippers, dust can wear down these products quickly. Even if you are using these grippers, be sure to dust your floor often in order to keep your hardwood clean and minimize sliding.

Rugs

Rugs are an aesthetic solution to sliding furniture, especially if your furniture is close together. The fabric of the rug will keep your couch and chairs from sliding, and also act as a comfortable surface to walk on.

Whatever rug you choose, make sure it goes well with the design of your room. If your rug begins to slide, you may need to invest in a non-slip pad to put under the rug.

Stop Blocks

Stop blocks can be very effective for recliners and other large pieces of furniture. These are usually more expensive than rubber pads or grippers, but you can also create your own stop blocks at home.

Simply trace the shape of the furniture legs onto cardboard, then cut out wooden blocks using the patterns. Placing these blocks in between the furniture and wall will prevent your recliner or couch from moving out of place.

Leg Felt

It’s not only important to prevent sliding; it’s also crucial to make sure sliding doesn’t ruin your hardwood floor. Buy some felt for your furniture legs to prevent scratching on your floor.

Cutting pieces of felt and placing them on your furniture legs may do little to nothing in preventing your furniture from sliding, but it will certainly keep your legs from ruining the floor when they do slide. Felt is great to use on pieces of furniture that need to be moved regularly, such as dining room chairs.

Whichever method you choose to fix your sliding furniture problem, pay attention to detail. Keeping your hardwood floor clean and making sure your products are appropriately measured are a must.

Don’t compromise the quality of your hardwood floor - the aesthetic value and quality of your hardwood is what sets your home apart from others. With a few pads or grippers, along with regular floor care and maintenance, you can keep your living room couch in place and your floor damage-free.

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5 Ways to Stop Furniture From Sliding That Don't Suck

Wood, laminate, and tile floors are a dream for your home. They’re easy to clean, look good, and last a long time.

The problem?

They can be a bit slippery for your furniture. From dining chairs to couches, and everything in between, it can be a pain to have furniture sliding around on your floors.

Not only that, but it can also be dangerous too.

There are lots of different solutions to this household problem. Some of them good and some of them not-so-good.

We’ll go over the 5 most popular solutions and evaluate them carefully, from how effective they are to how much they cost.

Let’s do it.

Five ways to stop furniture from sliding

Before you go bulk ordering furniture grips, read through this list of solutions. Fair warning: we're biased about rug pads. (You may be too, in a minute)

Our main goal here, though, is to help you find a floor protector that works for you. So we go through the realistic options and what they entail so that you can find something that holds your furniture in place without damaging your floors.

1. Use a rug with a rug pad

Cost: Medium
Effectiveness: High
Ease of Installation: Easy
Damage Risk: Low
Longevity: Long-term

Putting a rug beneath your furniture may help increase the friction between the furniture’s legs and the floor, which can help prevent your furniture piece from sliding around.

But this sometimes only leads to your rugs sliding around like vinyl on a record player.

The degree to which a rug increases friction depends on the floor. Most rugs hold well on hardwood floors, but they don’t have a perfect grip on tiling, laminate, and vinyl flooring.

To enhance the grip, add a rug pad beneath a conventional rug or carpet. It's important to mention, however, that not all rug pads are created equal. Most rug pads are made with PVC (polyvinyl chloride, a synthetic plastic material), which erodes over time and can seriously damage your hardwood floor.

Natural rubber rug pads, on the other hand, are eco-friendly, last longer, and do not damage your floors. Instead they function both as gripper pads and floor protectors.

Here are the benefits of natural rug pads:

They don’t scratch or stain most floors, unlike PVC.
They’re free of plasticizers, which is commonly found in plastic padding, so your family won’t be exposed to harmful toxins.

One of the main drawbacks of using all natural rubber pads is that you should really place them under a rug or carpet. If you don't have either of those, then you may not want to use this kind of non slip pad for your furniture.

2. Use silicone chair leg caps

Cost: Low
Effectiveness: Medium
Ease of Installation: Easy
Damage Risk: Low
Longevity: Long-term

Chair leg caps that fit onto furniture feet are one of the most popular and affordable solutions to sliding furniture.

There are a few types of rubber pad caps:

Peel-and-stick pads
Cup pads
Screw-on caps

Peel-and-stick pads have adhesive tape that attaches to the bottom of furniture legs. In contrast, cup pads and screw-on caps are designed to fit furniture legs exactly like socks on your feet.

Note: Cap pads and screw-on caps are best to use on furniture that’s used and moved often, such as with dining chairs and coffee tables.

To install, simply lift the furniture and fix the pad to the table or chair legs.

The benefits of using screw-on rubber pads are:

You’ve got the freedom to choose from different types, shapes, and sizes. So you can select the option that aligns best with the legs of your chairs, sofas, and tables.
They’ve got a low risk of causing damage to your floors and carpet.

The drawback is that they can be a little unsightly, may not be that effective, and lose their elasticity.

3. Use furniture grippers

Cost: Low
Effectiveness: High
Ease of Installation: Easy
Damage Risk: High
Longevity: Long term

Furniture gripper pads stick to the bottom of your furniture legs. The side of the grip facing the floor is textured and slide-proof.

To attach, cut it to size and stick it to each furniture leg.

The main benefit of using furniture grippers is that they don’t overpower your furniture’s aesthetic and often come with a felt pad layer, providing a little extra cushion.

The main drawback is that they can discolor your hardwood floors, thanks to the low quality rubber and adhesives used in these kinds of products.

4. Use stop blocks

Cost: High
Effectiveness: High
Ease of Installation: Medium
Damage Risk: Low
Longevity: Long term

When it comes to heavy furniture, like recliners and beds, stop blocks can help prevent sliding.

If you’re a DIY enthusiast, then you can easily make them yourself. Cut wooden blocks according to the size and shape of your furniture legs. Then place the blocks between the furniture and wall.

These blocks are advantageous because they’re a permanent fix. They almost seem like part of the furniture.

However, their major drawback is that nobody actually sells anything like this online and they can be pretty ugly. But many home design bloggers recommend it so it's worth mentioning here too.

The other major drawback is that raw wood on an floor surface, whether a laminate floor, tile floor, vinyl floor, hardwood floor, or WHATEVER can cause damage. Some kind of felt bad could help prevent damage, but that would then sacrifice the grip. So we wouldn't recommend this option, if you're serious about a long-term solution that won't damage your floors.

5. Keep a clean floor

Cost: Low
Effectiveness: Low
Ease of Installation: Easy
Damage Risk: Low
Longevity: Short term

Any debris - liquid or solid - on the floor increases the chances of slipping.

Laminate and wood floors are prone to harboring dust, which can reduce friction and make your furniture slide around. So it's helpful to keep your floors dusted and clean.

The benefit of keeping a clean floor is that it reduces furniture slippage and also makes for a clean home.

And the main drawback of this solution is that it can be tiresome and isn't fully effective, as even a clean tile floor will still be somewhat slippery. Plus, you don't want the stability of your furniture to depend on your cleaning habits...

Non-slip solutions by furniture type

Okay, now that we've gone over all of the different ways to keep your furniture piece in place, let's talk about the different types of furniture and what works best for each. After all, different kinds of furniture require specific non-slip solutions as each type of furniture leg and weight will affect what kind of non slip pad will work best.

How to keep a sofa from sliding

A sofa can slip out of position when you simply sit or lean on it. Depending on your floor type, it can easily slide across the floor when weight is put on it. To help the sofa stay in position, lay a heavy-duty rug under the sofa.

Alternatively, you can attach a furniture grip pad or fix screw-on rubber caps on each leg of the sofa. Be careful, though. Not all furniture grips are made equal and some may discolor your floors, so do thorough research on whatever furniture grip pad you're shopping for.

How to keep a bed from moving

Over time, your bed slides out of position as you hop in and out of it. Before you know it, it can shift its position entirely.

To keep the bed from sliding, you can either use stop blocks on the side facing the wall or you can attach rubber pads to the legs.

Another option is to lay a carpet in your bedroom. The advantage of using a carpet is that it’ll also make your bedroom cozier. If you have a wooden floor in your bedroom but love the sound of a cozy feeling under your feet, then a stylish rug with a thick rug pad underneath will do the trick.

How to keep a sectional couch from sliding

Sitting on one side of a sectional couch can make it slide. What’s worse, each section slides in a different direction, leaving a hole in the joint area.

To keep the sectional couch in place, lay a carpet on the floor and double up with rubber pads on each couch leg.

If you prefer to DIY, you can physically join the sections. Drill matching holes on the sectional’s legs and then insert a long bolt and secure it with nuts.

How to keep a recliner from sliding

As you lean back and forth on a recliner, it’s likely to slide against the floor.

One of the best solutions is to place the recliner on a round rubber gripper. It holds the recliner in place and prevents it from moving. Subsequently, you can sit and adjust the chair without any slippage against the floor.

Non-slip furniture solutions by flooring type

Non-slip solutions are unique to the type of floor on which the furniture sits. Namely: laminate flooring, hardwood, or tile floors.

Why?

Because the material used in each flooring type varies and reacts differently to rubber, PVC, silicone, or felt. No worries though, we've got you covered. Here is a breakdown of the best solutions per flooring type.

How to keep furniture from sliding on laminate flooring

Laminate floors are famous for their affordability and ability to mimic wood floors.

But the soft and smooth texture of laminate flooring causes a lot of slippage.

To prevent furniture from slipping on laminate flooring, the first step is to keep a clean floor. Then you can:

Add a heavy-duty area rug and rug pad.
Use rubber pads.
Use furniture grippers.

How to keep furniture from sliding on wood flooring

The friction between a wood floor and plastic, metal, or wood furniture is relatively low.

So, if you want to keep your hardwood floors exposed while at the same time preventing furniture from sliding, there are a few solutions you can try.

Attach furniture grippers.
Use rubber furniture feet.
Use carpet pads underneath a stylish rug.

The installation process for both is easy. Simply lift the furniture and attach the grippers or rubber feet to each leg of the couch, chair, stool, or dining table.

How to keep furniture from sliding on carpet

Furniture slides on the carpet if the carpet material is too light or if the floor is too smooth.

To prevent slippage of furniture on carpets, you can:

Use a rubber rug pad beneath the carpet.
Invest in a heavy-duty carpet.
Use rubber pads on each furniture leg.

How to keep furniture from sliding on tile

Our favorite solution will always be a quality rug pad with a stylish rug (. We know it works, won't damage your floors, and lasts a long time.

But if you're not interested in adding a rug to your flooring, then these are the best solutions:

Use furniture grippers
Use silicone chair leg caps

Whether you have a laminate floor or vinyl floor (or the coveted hardwood floor), your furniture will likely slide around the floor surface. While this may not seem like a big deal, it will be especially annoying when your chair glides across the floor just as you're about to sit in it.

It can also happen with heavy furniture too. Depending on the sofa leg or bed frame you use, some can be exceptionally more mobile than others.

Given the solutions above, you should be able to find what will work best for your incorrigible furniture. Good luck!

Glide on the parquet - On the floor

He didn't ask the question there. Transfer to the "Beginners" branch.

> What can I do to prevent the bed from slipping on the parquet? Buy another bed.

> Kerk (04/17/2010 4:23:40 PM) [40] Gadgets are not required to bam the floor.

> Who would have doubted (04/17/2010 4:40:44 PM) [44] Maybe it's not the bed?

> Kerk © (17.04.10 16:23) [40] > > > > Anatoly Podgoretsky © (17.04.10 11:03) [38] > >> > Glue, nail, nail, pin, bellow.> > > I don't want to spoil the floor Hang from the ceiling 🙂 The royal cradle will be 🙂

> [47] turbouser © (17.04.10 18:59)> To hang from the ceiling 🙂 There will be a royal cradle 🙂 I had an idea, but I decided that a battering ram gun might work. And a hammock has already been offered, but the hammock is offtopic.

Attach wheels. It will not slide, but ride.

Wooden legs? Flat? Stick a white adhesive plaster on the bottom of the legs.

> Glue the white adhesive plaster on the bottom of the legs. or sandpaper 🙂

I had parquet in my first apartment. However, the bed did not "ride", despite its intensive use.

> palva © (17.04.10 20:17) [50]> > Wooden legs? Flat? White adhesive plaster on the legs > stick on from below. The easiest and most painless option, I'll try. > MsGuns © (17.04.10 21:23) [52]> > I had parquet in my first apartment.> However, the bed didn't move, despite its intensive use Well, I don't know why. As for operation, jokes are jokes, but she rides even when I get up from her inaccurately.

> Kerk © (17.04.10 21:38) [53] > but she rides even when I get up from her carelessly. Kirk, it's time to get out of the crib on wheels! It's uncomfortable to sleep 🙂

> but she rides even when I get up from her inaccurately. what conclusion - why don't you get up!

> DVM © (17.04.10 21:45) [54]> > Kerk, it's time to get out of the crib on wheels then!> It's uncomfortable to sleep 🙂 So here's the thing, and I was already going to wrap the wheels with plaster :)

> What can I do to prevent the bed from slipping on the parquet? I didn’t read a damn thing after the first post, so I apologize if I repeat: “Children should be made in love silence” © Jeer

> What can I do to prevent the bed from slipping on the parquet? Special stickers for furniture legs are sold, on a rubber base, they do not leave marks, it has been checked. But what to do with children when you rub the floors with a special detergent with wax? :) Result: like in the movie "Business People", one to one :)) Why are there children, even cockroaches fight to the death 🙂

>What should I do to prevent the bed from sliding on the parquet? Pour in rosin.

> M. Beregovoy (17.04.10 02:23) [31] > At least there is a lot of this stuff here for any occasion... So serious is the problem with the beds moving on the parquet?! 🙂

> MsGuns © (04/17/10 9:23 PM) [52] > I had parquet in my first apartment. > However, the bed did not move despite heavy use What kind of exploitation is there? There was no sex. From sleeping, I hope, the author does not move. By the way, it is obvious that when moving the bed, it will certainly hit some wall. wall.

> By the way, it is obvious that when moving the bed, it will certainly > rest against a wall. > I propose moving it in advance close to resp. wall.> not obvious, can oscillate intermittently

> Jukadze (19.04.10 12:40) [59] with a layer of 10-15 centimeters evenly over the entire floor 🙂

You need to buy a good, heavier bed. 3 by 3 there.

> Dumkin © (19.04.10 13:44) [65] First sensible thought! But not the cheapest... :) For 3 to 3, you may also have to change the apartment. But, in general, as it has been said here many times, there is a lot of good stuff in stores for this business. What is the park?

DVM © (19.04.10 13:36) [64] Then you will have to walk around the apartment in rubber boots. And put the legs of the bed in them so that you don't drown.

> asail © (19.04.10 14:21) [66]> And, in general, as it has been said here many times, there is a lot of > good in stores for this business. What is the park? Zaparka that no one has given an example of an industrial solution in my opinion 🙂

The sliding bed is so romantic. .. -)

> Kerk © (19.04.10 15:41) [68] > Zaparka is that no one > gave an example of an industrial solution in my opinion 🙂 Hello! And this: asail © (17.04.10 11:01) [37]Empleado © (19.04.10 12:11) [58]

> asail © (19.04.10 16:51) [70] [58] is similar to the topic, but about [37] I'm afraid that it will ruin the parquet. . It seems that there is not so much goodness 🙂

self-tapping to the wall

Male question. Respect!

> What can I do to prevent the bed from slipping on the parquet? Maybe try to use it for its natural purpose, just sleep on it? :)

> Kerk © (17.04.10 09:26) [35] > > > Hermann © (17.04.10 01:49) [17]> > > > P.S. If I'm not confusing anything, then Roma lives in a rented apartment. > bill furniture makers... At least, the least of this stuff here > in bulk > > for all occasions. ..> > And what do they offer, for example? I'm just completely off topic > 🙂 On the legs of chairs, beds and other furniture with legs, all kinds of pads for slipping and anti-slip ... including from different types of materials ...

> On the legs of chairs, beds and other furniture with all sorts of legs > slip and anti-slip pads. 🙂

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Slippery floors in the house, exhibition buildings, zoo salons, veterinary clinics, as well as icy sidewalks, dog walking areas cause inconvenience to pets.

And although some people find it funny when a dog slides, it is difficult for animals to move around, bruises and other injuries are possible when falling.

Contents

1 Why are slippery floors dangerous for dogs?

2 Why are dogs afraid of slippery surfaces?

3 What to do so that the dog does not slip

What is the danger of slippery floors for dogs

In puppies who have to move daily on a slippery surface, their posture changes, which cannot be corrected in the future, the position of the limbs changes, paws can be stretched - turning the paws outward (“ballerina stance”). Therefore, if initially the puppy had good prospects for the future, then with such changes it will be difficult to compete in exhibitions.

Slippery surfaces are dangerous for dogs because the animals may fall. You'll be lucky if the animal gets off with bruises, but sprains and broken limbs are also possible.

It is strictly forbidden to allow dogs with hip dysplasia, other diseases associated with muscle weakness, to walk on slippery surfaces.

In addition to the fact that movement on a slippery surface is dangerous for the health of animals, it also causes inconvenience to people. In an attempt to resist the force of gravity, the dog will cling with its claws, thereby scratching the floor. In addition, when the claws come into contact with a hard slippery surface, clattering sounds are made that can annoy both the owners themselves and the neighbors below.

Why dogs are afraid of slippery surfaces

Some dogs are afraid of slippery surfaces, and become fearful when unsteady on their feet. It is difficult for pets to understand why they are unstable on slippery surfaces. Animals either avoid such surfaces or stop and stand in one place. Pets that are accustomed to being on slippery floors from early childhood do not feel fear.

Perhaps the animal had an unpleasant experience of being on a slippery surface, for example, painful sensations when falling, increased pain if the animal suffers from a disease that makes movement difficult.

So that the dog is not afraid of slippery surfaces, you need to give it time to get used to it. Gradually, the bowl of food should be moved to the slippery floor. Then laying a rug on a slippery floor and placing a bowl of food on it to accustom the dog to eating in this area. When the animal gets used to getting to the mat on which the bowl of food stands, it will be possible to remove the mat. In the process of accustoming a pet, it is necessary to praise and encourage.

What to do to keep your dog from slipping

When planning a renovation, you should think about the most suitable flooring for pets and family members . Do not give preference to parquet, laminate, tiles, even with a rough texture. Linoleum is best suited, animals do not slip on it, it is convenient to wash it, and the variety of patterns and textures is so great that you can choose linoleum for every taste.

If the floor is slippery and it is not planned to change the floor covering, then the problem of slipping is solved quite easily. slippery surface can 9Cover 0180 with carpet , preferably with a rubber base. If the carpet is ordinary, then it is better to fix it with pieces of furniture or in another way so that it does not move out.

If the option of using carpets does not suit you, then you can cover the floor with protective anti-slip compound . The protective coating does not change the appearance of the floor, the anti-slip properties last up to 5 years, depending on the traffic intensity.

anti-slip tapes can be stuck on the steps of the stairs , which increase the safety of movement not only for animals, but also for people. The color of the tapes is different, the transparent version will not spoil the appearance of the stairs. However, tapes have a drawback. When removing the tape after prolonged contact with the surface of a wooden, painted floor, an ugly mark remains and a layer of paint is removed.

If you need to urgently prevent slipping, for example at an exhibition, you can treat the paws of the dog with sweet drink (juice). The paws will become sticky, traction with the floor surface will improve. You can not resort to this method regularly and leave a layer on the paws for a long time, especially if there are wounds on the pads.

Socks with rubber soles provide stability on slippery surfaces. They can be used both at home and outdoors. If we are talking about the street, then it is advisable to purchase warm, waterproof shoes for the pet. It is important that shoes or socks are securely held on the paw. Boots are usually made from neoprene or nylon, while indoor socks are made from a thin, breathable fabric such as cotton.

There are Paw-Pads™ Non-Slip , which are glued on the dog's paw pads. The pads do not cause discomfort to the animal when walking, they are not felt due to the fact that they are very thin. At the same time, they provide adhesion to surfaces made of marble, wood, vinyl and other slippery surfaces. The pads are non-toxic, hypoallergenic, glued with medical glue. However, their effectiveness is doubtful, they will not stay on the paws of active dogs. In addition, dogs sweat through their paw pads, and pads prevent this process.

Outdoors you can use rubber socks Pawz Dog Boots that look like balloons. Reusable socks are waterproof, flexible, do not cause discomfort when moving, and come in different sizes. The dog does not slip on the ice, but they cannot be worn for a long time, because they are not ventilated.

In winter, before going outside, it is recommended to lubricate the paw pads with special wax , which protects the paws from moisture, the harmful effects of reagents, cold, and also provides grip on slippery surfaces. The most popular and effective is 8in1 EXCEL Paw Wax Protector.

Paw care, which includes removing excess hair between the toes, will help to avoid slipping on icy surfaces.

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General rules for the use of furniture

General rules for the use of furniture.

1. Handle furniture with care.
2. It is not allowed to place furniture in damp and unventilated rooms. It is recommended to operate the furniture in a room with an air temperature of +10°C to + 28°C with a relative humidity of 65% (+/..5%).
3. It is not allowed to place furniture in places where direct sunlight falls, as well as in the immediate vicinity of the heating system.
4. Do not place hot objects or objects with sharp edges on surfaces lined with fabrics, leather, films, or painted surfaces.
5. Protect front surfaces from mechanical damage, from ingress of solvents, alkalis and acids.
6. If the connections are loose, periodically tighten the screws, screws and nuts.
7. Moving furniture should be done by slightly lifting it from the floor.
8. It is forbidden to carry out a load of more than 15 kg on the backs, sidewalls of products, folding elements of the sidewalls.
9. It is forbidden to jump on the sleeping place, on the product seat. In upholstered furniture, which is equipped with a box for linen, the maximum uniform load on the bottom of the box is not more than 10 kg. The maximum recommended load on one bent glued product (lat) is not more than 50 kg.
10. It is not allowed to apply great efforts during the transformation of retractable, sliding and transformable elements of products.
11. When unfolding and folding transformation mechanisms, it is necessary to observe safety measures, do not take hands on moving parts that can fold during transformation and pinch your hands.
12.Children are not allowed to transform the sofa bed.
13. When transporting and storing furniture at sub-zero temperatures, it is necessary to keep furniture lined with leather (natural or artificial) in a warm room for at least a day without mechanical influences before the start of operation.
14. In order to avoid shrinkage of the sofa bed mattress, which is folded for a long time, it is mandatory to unfold the sofa bed at least once a month in the "bed" position, for at least 8 hours. If this rule is not observed, the seller is not responsible for the deformation of the mattress.
15.When operating products with glass doors, shelves and mirrors, please remember that cracked glass products and mirrors are at risk of injury. If cracks appear, the glass part or mirror must be replaced immediately. Load glass shelves no more than 7 kg each.
16. Pillows made of challah-faider fill must be beaten periodically to shape.
17. Direct contact of furniture with water is not allowed.
18.Regularly apply a little wax to the drawer guides for better glide.
19. Seating and lying furniture (armchairs, banquettes, poufs, sofas, sofa beds, cream beds, etc.) are functionally intended only for sitting and lying respectively.
20. Wet items without insulation should not be used on the surface of furniture, soda, sandpaper containing abrasive materials should not be used for cleaning.
21. Upholstery cleaning should be carried out by a furniture cleaning service.

General rules for furniture care.

Most of the processing of our furniture is done by hand. Decor and painting may differ from those presented in the catalog, as they are made by hand by different craftsmen and artists. The colors of the finishes in the photographs, as well as the colors of the provided wood samples, are indicative and cannot be accurately compared with the finished products, since the use of identical materials for finishing different types of wood cannot always give the same result. Furniture finishes made at different times cannot be exactly the same, so the factory is not responsible for possible differences. Such differences, under no circumstances, can be a reason for a complaint and return of goods.

-Before cleaning furniture, test product on a sample or small inconspicuous area and allow to dry. If the color or texture of the upholstery has changed, use a different product.

-Liquids must be removed immediately from the surface to prevent penetration and expansion of the furniture cover. To avoid the appearance of streaks on the furniture cover, stain removal should be done from the border to the center.

-Never apply the stain remover directly on the surface of the furniture cover, cover the decorative elements located close to the stain.

- Do not use different stain removers at the same time.

- In order not to disturb the structure of the furniture coating, the stain remover must be applied without rubbing into the surface.

- Do not use bleach or solvents containing alcohol when cleaning flock pile fabric.

-After any cleaning, do not use the furniture until it is completely dry.

- For removable furniture cover, use a specialized dry cleaner to remove dirt.

- The presence in its elements of features due to the stylistic idea of the manufacturer of the raw materials or the natural origin of the raw materials is not a shortcoming (defect) of the product. Wrinkles on the facing material of soft elements that appear after the load is removed and disappear after smoothing (by hand) are also not a defect.

Please be aware of the following points:

All paintwork is exposed to ultraviolet light (daylight, sunlight). As a result, there is a process of slight color fading, that is, a change in tone.

For best and long lasting use of MDF products, we recommend that you adhere to some basic rules:
• Use the product at a temperature of +1°C-+35°C
• Avoid direct sunlight, as this can lead to gradual burnout.
• When rubbing facades, use a regular polish on a soft cloth, do not use powder cleaners.
• When rubbing MDF fronts with a matt finish, do not apply too much force, as this can lead to gloss.

General rules for furniture care.

Natural wood and veneer product - facade - includes some components made of solid wood, as well as some parts finished with natural wood veneer. Wood is a natural material and therefore each type of wood has its own shape, color and structure of wood fibers. The beauty of natural wood is characterized by the fact that the structure, shape and color is not a constant and repetitive value. These parameters are a key characteristic of many furniture components and mean that when processing wood, it is impossible to achieve uniformity of all indicators and you can always find places where the structure of the fibers differs from each other, where the color tone slightly changes its shade, depending on the density of one or another wood area. The combination of all these factors makes wood products so “alive”, natural and beautiful as a result. When using products made of solid wood and / or veneer, for their best and durable use, we recommend that you follow some basic rules:
• Room humidity should not be below 40% and above 60%. In winter, the humidity usually drops to 15% -25% and this can lead to the loss of the natural moisture of the tree and, as a result, the formation of small cracks, which then disappear with increasing humidity. To avoid this, we recommend using humidifiers in winter.
• For the care of wooden surfaces, it is necessary to choose only products with wax additives. Means containing alcohol additives or solvents are not recommended.

Care for upholstered furniture with fabric upholstery.

World-class upholstered furniture uses mainly natural materials. This is a kind of expression of languid elegance, comfort and the element of "dolce vita". The packing remains relatively smooth and dense when new, but over time, as it wears, it still curls and becomes loose. If you have chosen down pillows, you should be aware of some of their features. The contents of the pillow are evenly distributed inside it. The appearance of "hills" and "holes" in the process of using a pillow is not an indicator of poor quality, but, on the contrary, a sign of a professional approach to its manufacture. If you use your pillow frequently, it is helpful to fluff it regularly to spread the fluff or other material inside the pillow more evenly.

Regular maintenance. To remove dust and maintain the silky sheen of the material, the fabric must be vacuumed regularly. Remove dust with a sponge or a soft clothes brush.
Cleaning. Remove fresh greasy and wet stains as follows: attach a well-absorbing soda towel to them; treat the stained area with a little water and liquid soap; wait 2-3 minutes, then wipe the stain with circular movements of a sponge or soft brush; Carefully dry a clean damp surface, restore the pile by combing it in the appropriate direction.
Heavy pollution. Severe soiling can be removed with commonly used and commercially available water-based cleaners. For Teflon-coated fabrics, the use of Lamonta Cleaner is recommended. When choosing a cleaning agent, read the instructions for its use or consult with specialists from specialized companies (dry cleaning, etc.). Stains made with a ballpoint pen or lipstick can be neutralized with a 10% alcohol solution. Do not attempt to scrape off dried stains or lint that has stuck together - follow the instructions above.

Maintenance of leather furniture.

Leather is a natural product with its own unique characteristics. The skin will always have the marks of its natural origin, such as scars, growth lines, insect bites. They are the work of nature and distinguish natural leather from artificial imitations.
The skin will relax, stretch and form wrinkles and folds during the first few weeks of use, especially on the seat cushions and armrests. This is completely normal and should not cause concern, should not be regarded as a defect.

Regular maintenance. Wipe dust with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid excessive friction, wipe leather furniture with light strokes.
Cleaning. Remove dirt from the skin with water and natural soap: wet cotton wool, remove the stain in a circular motion; dry the wet area with a dry cloth
Do not use water or solvents to remove vegetable or animal fat stains.
Wipe the stain with a dry cloth and leave, it will soon be absorbed into the skin and become invisible. Never use hair dryers or heaters to dry leather furniture. Wipe up spilled liquid immediately with a sponge or cotton cloth soaked in warm soapy water. Never use chemical solutions or other aggressive substances to clean leather furniture. Never use abrasive materials for cleaning leather furniture: powders, pastes, brushes, etc.

Maintenance of cabinet and painted furniture.

Regular maintenance. Remove dust with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner. It is not allowed to use year, powders and pastes not intended for furniture care. Wipe paintwork surfaces with a dry soft cloth such as flannel. Remove any spilled liquid immediately.

Stain removal and polishing. To refresh polished (unpolished) surfaces, remove various contaminants from them, stains from hands, an alcohol solution or special compositions for cleaning furniture such as "Polish" can also be used with a small amount of soapy water followed by a mandatory wipe with a dry cloth.

Warranty conditions:

Warranty repair covers furniture defects caused by the manufacturer or seller.

The seller may refuse warranty service:

1. In the absence of documents confirming the fact of purchase.

2. If the buyer violates the rules for the operation and maintenance of furniture.

3. If the product shows signs of tampering.

4. In the presence of mechanical, chemical, thermal damage or other influences.

5. In case of intentional damage, damage by pets, exceeding the permissible loads on the transformation mechanisms.
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