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Care & Maintenance: Cushions & Frame Covers

Cushions & Frame Covers

CUSHIONS

Available in all shapes, sizes, and styles, cushions are generally made of some sort of fill, some type of feathers, or some combination of these materials. Many different types of fills are available, each with a specific density and chemical formula designed and engineered to suit particular uses and different styles of furniture. Some foam cushions are just that, pieces of foam. Others are foam sandwiched in some sort of wrapping, such as Dacron, which provides loft and scale, and a softer profile. For thicker, more luxurious cushions, the optimal fill is a foam core enveloped in down or some soft synthetic; the wrapping is often stitched in channels like a sleeping bag to keep the cushion from shifting. As a rule, the fluffier the cushion is, the more casual its shape. The finest weather resistant materials have been used to make our cushions; however, they are not impervious to weather extremes or lack of maintenance. Cushions used on natural unseasoned teak and natural woods should be removed after each use until the wood has acclimated to its new environment. Cushions should be brought indoors during inclement weather.

ROUTINE CARE & MAINTENANCE / SPOT CLEANING

  • Vacuum to remove loose dirt.
  • Prepare a cleaning solution of 2 ounces (1/4 cup) mild, pH-neutral soap such as Dawn® per 1 gallon of lukewarm clean water (less than 80°F/30°C), or Use Faron Cleaner (JeC Item #799-90-100-00-00). If using Faron, please follow directions on bottle.
  • Use a sponge to clean.
  • Apply a light mist of cleaning solution as noted above using a spray bottle.
  • Allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric.
  • Work the solution into the stain by blotting or lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge.
  • Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  • Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft white towel or sponge.
  • Use a wet vacuum, if available, to remove excess moisture.
  • Repeat these steps until stain is removed.
  • Allow fabric to air dry.

PERIODIC CARE & MAINTENANCE

Cushions should never sit in water or be exposed to water for any prolonged period. To prevent mildew growth or any sort of possible damage to the furniture frames, always remove wet cushions from your furniture. If cushions become saturated with water, squeeze any excess water out of the cushions, then set them on their side to air dry in a well ventilated, clean, dry area. Drying times will vary, but may be accelerated if cushions are allowed to stand on edge in direct sunlight.

EXTENSIVE CARE & MAINTENANCE

JANUS et Cie solution dyed acrylic/polyester/polyolefin/polypropylene fabric cushion covers can be removed and washed; however, it may often be easier to clean the covers without removing them because they fit quite tightly and can be difficult to remove and replace. Please refer to fabric care and maintenance section for cleaning instructions of specific textiles.

In order to remove the foam insert from a cushion, gently fold the foam and pull the cover off, taking care not to allow the foam to overextend the zipper opening.

Clean cover by machine washing for acrylic, polyester, polyolefin or polypropylene fabrics with the cushion cover turned RIGHT SIDE OUT and AIR dry. DO NOT MACHINE DRY.

Replace the foam into the completely dry cushion cover by gently folding the foam and pulling the cover over the foam, taking care not to overstretch the zipper opening.

Reach into cover and gently tuck foam into cushion cover, matching the edges and corners to cushion cover shape, ensuring that all hems are turned in a uniform direction.

FURNITURE COVERS

Distinguished furniture covers embroidered with the JANUS et Cie logo make a distinctive statement while shielding your valuable investments from the elements. Durably constructed in high-performance fabric, our semi-fitted covers are as beautifully executed and flawlessly designed as our furnishings—each tailored with an elegant mini-welt finishing which belies the substantial zippers and strong fastening tabs that hold them securely to frames in windy conditions. Offered in a chic neutral tan or light grey, our covers are UV-resistant and meet industry standards to protect furniture from water, dirt, mildew and tearing.

ROUTINE CARE & MAINTENANCE

  • Furniture covers should be removed from the frame and allowed to air out regularly to reduce the moisture under the cover. Moisture trapped under the cover due to climate can cause mold to grow under the cover.

PERIODIC CARE & MAINTENANCE

  • Furniture cover should be removed to allow frames to dry out after inclement weather.

SPOT CLEANING

  • Vacuum to remove loose dirt.
  • Prepare a cleaning solution of 2 ounces (1/4 cup) mild, pH-neutral soap such as Dawn® per 1 gallon of lukewarm clean water (less than 80°F/30°C), or use Faron Cleaner (JeC Item #799-90-100-00-00). If using Faron, please follow directions on bottle.
  • Use a sponge to clean.
  • Apply a light mist of cleaning solution as noted above using a spray bottle.
  • Allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric.
  • Work the solution into the stain by blotting or lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge.
  • Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  • Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft white towel or sponge.
  • Use a wet vacuum, if available, to remove excess moisture.
  • Repeat these steps until stain is removed.
  • Allow fabric to air dry.

EXTENSIVE CARE & MAINTENANCE

  • After extensive use and cleaning, JANUS et Cie furniture cover fabric could begin to lose its resistance to water. This can be replenished by applying Fabric Guard 303 (JeC Item #799-90-301-00-00).