GENERAL INFORMATION
These maintenance tips are purely recommendations and cannot
guarantee 100% stain removal. Please consider the properties of the
high quality natural material and ensure that appropriate care is taken
to maintain the long lasting beauty of your product. For further details
please contact your Sales Representative.
LIGHTING
Metallised Polycarbonate
Metallised polycarbonate products are only guaranteed against
non-aggressive atmospheric conditions and therefore must only be
stored and installed in temperature controlled environments to preserve
the quality of the product. Clean with a soft dry cloth only. Do not use
polishing agents, water or abrasive materials. Always switch off the
electricity supply before cleaning.
We adhere to specific European Directives (such as “The Restriction
of Hazardous Substances Directive”(RoHS) 2002/95/EC) and
certain safety standards required by the international marketplace
(British and European IEC standard, UL rating).
LED Care
When cleaning/servicing LED products, avoid touching LED chips and
other exposed electrical components with bare hands. Direct contact
can lead to increased wear and a shorter product lifespan.
Dimmability
Lighting stating the term dimmable, means it has compatibility tested
and verified to work with a variety of common, mains voltage, off
the shelf, LED (Trailing edge) and/or non-LED (Leading edge) dimmer
switches.
Correct installation with other dimming and building management
systems such as Dali, KNX, 1-10V, 0-10V will require separate advice from
the specific systems expert.
FURNITURE & UPHOLSTERY
General Care Advice
Avoid exposing products to excessive heat e.g. by placing in front of a
radiator, as this can cause cracking. A minimum 30cm clearance from
heat source is advised.
FURNITURE
Cork
Cork is a natural material, and although the surface of our products
has been treated with an oil, great care should be taken to ensure it’s
longevity. Spills should be wiped and cleaned immediately, especially oils
and wine as these will leave marks if left. Regular wiping with a damp
cloth and occasionally with a mild detergent will keep the table in good
condition. As the material is made from granules of cork, heavy useor
mistreating the surfaces can lead to cork coming loose and leaving
visible dents or gaps. Colour variation in the granules is normal and to
be expected. Some lighter granules will be visible and some components
may appear slightly lighter or darker than others due to this. Avoid
placing hot items directly onto the surface; always use a trivet.
Marble
Marble is an exceptionally porous natural material and greater care
must be taken with it. Avoid wine, oil based products and foods,
vegetable and fruit dyes or acids coming into direct contact with the
surface. Please be aware that Marble will have some natural occurring
variations in colour and veins and fissures which will display the natural
inherent behaviours of the material and are not covered by our returns
policy. As a natural product, no two pieces will be exactly alike.
Wood
Please be aware that colour and grain variations will occur naturally.
All timber will display movement from season to season due to changes
in atmospheric pressure and humidity. We do not recommend leaving
products in excessively high or low temperatures. Direct sunlight will
cause the colour of solid or painted wood to change. This will be more
readily apparent when placed directly under a window.
UPHOLSTERY
Please see www.kvadrat.dk for care and cleaning instructions.
Velvet
Velvet will acquire its unique appearance after some time due to usage
and the natural humidity of the surroundings. Pressure marks, rolling
stripes and smaller irregularities, which are inherent for the product,
will disappear in a ventilated and relatively humid environment. Pressure
marks/creases/dents are difficult to avoid, even if the textile is handled
carefully & correctly. This is a typical property of velours/velvets and
it is not considered a defect nor a sign of low quality. Velours/velvets
are generally more sensitive to incorrect handling than woven textiles.
Please contact Customer Services for more information on how to care
for velour/velvet fabrics.
Wool
Daily care and immediate stain removal will ensure that your wool
upholstery will keep looking good for many years to come. It is normally
sufficient to regularly vacuum and air furniture upholstered in wool
fabric. However, it is a good idea to clean the wool fabric occasionally.
Use an approved wool shampoo and follow the instructions carefully.
Take care never to saturate the wool fabric. Never use undiluted cleaning
agents, bleaching agents, ammonia or soap intended for hard surfaces.
ACCESSORIES
FOOD SAFE
Where appropriate accessories products are food safe tested to BS and
EN standards, therefore generally suitable for worldwide use barring
some country specific deviations. For all our items that are used with
food, rinse with warm soapy water before use.
Metal
Where suitable we leave the metals un-lacquered allowing the material
to develop a unique and rich patina through the natural process of
oxidisation, which we believe enhances the beauty of the product. The
rate at which a patina develops will vary according to how it is handled
and the environmental factors such as humidity in the atmosphere. For
all our items that are used with food, do not let the brass or copper form
verdigris, which is formed when brass or copper undergoes long-term
natural oxidisation or is exposed to acidic conditions over time. Verdigris
is bright green in colour, and must be completely cleaned off before the
item is used.
• Hand wash with warm soapy water. Do not use in a dishwasher or
microwave.
• After use, rinse in warm water. Do not leave submerged in water.
• Never use abrasive cleaners or brushes that damage the surface.
• Dry with a soft cloth, inside and out.
Brass
Brass, similar to silver, will oxidise naturally in air over time. Humid
conditions and moisture will accelerate the process of oxidisation. We
believe the patina and ageing process adds beauty and richness to
the product. Brass is a soft, malleable alloy metal and should always
be treated with care. As the product is used, it will display marks such
as scratches, tarnishing and dents; this is normal and to be expected.
Salts and oils from skin may also mark the metal surface. The product
has been polished and treated with a wax coat to protect from marks
and moisture during the transit and installation process. This treatment
will over some protection against fingerprints and certain liquid spills
in the first few weeks of use. Any spills or marks should be immediately
cleaned, as per the instructions supplied with the product. The wax
coat will disappear over time, allowing the brass to patina naturally
with use, as is the intention. Please contact Customer Services for more
information on how to care for your Mass product.
Copper
Copper will develop a natural patina as it oxidises, we believe that this
enhances the beauty of the product as it is the nature of the material.
If you do not want your product to have a patina finish, you may wish
to use a metal polish. However, please be aware that this will alter the
original finish of the product.
Stone and Marble
As a natural material, each piece will be unique and may have a small
degree of colour variation and pitting. Grey is the most common
variation for white marble but there may also be yellow, brown and
green tones. Green marble varies from light to dark tones, with brown,
black and various other coloured streaks visible. Black marble commonly
has grey and white tones within it. All our marble items are handmade
and variations will occur from piece to piece. Commercially available
stone cleaners or baking soda may be used to remove stains from the
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