Conseils

How to maintain your Caravane sofa?

A unique and vibrant piece, your sofa has been custom-made by our upholstery artisans. Of exceptional quality, it is designed to accompany you for many years. In a desire to respect the rendering of the natural fiber as much as possible, and in order not to use chemical treatment, our fabrics are not stain-resistant.

Covered sofa

Any type of fabric (linen, cotton, hemp, etc.) is likely to shrink when washed. We recommend that you opt for dry cleaning. But if you don't want to follow this advice, here are 3 golden rules: 1. First do a test (wash at 30° maximum with a mild detergent without bleaching agents) on a cushion cover, and measure it before and after, in order to check that the fabric has not shrunk. 2. Opt for a machine with a very large drum (laundromats). 3. If the cover is made of linen (a fabric that is very sensitive to humidity), its dimensions may vary depending on its humidity level. Consequently, do not dry it completely and re-dress the sofa with a very slightly damp fabric to keep it in good condition.

Stretched sofa

It is important to distinguish between the treatment of the cushions and that of the structure: For cushions (removable covers), dry cleaning is recommended. -Attention! If the structure does not undergo the same treatment, a difference in tone with the cushions may appear. We therefore recommend that you carry out cleaning at home by a specialized company.

Velvet sofa

Velvet is likely to develop a patina and mark slightly, use a multi-surface active foam such as Primamousse to revive the “hair” of the fabric, or clean stains and marks.

Feathers, instructions for use

A foam core and a feather cap (70% feathers and 30% fibers for the seat) or all feathers... whatever your model, know that it is essential that the feather breathes, otherwise it solidifies.

The cushions should be removed from the sofa and hit vigorously, 2 to 3 times a week. A tip for the non-violent: drop the cushions several times from your full height on the floor. The result is excellent for little expenditure of energy.

The seat mattress should be placed on its edge and beaten, taking care to bring the feather towards the center.

The padded mattress toppers (Adar model) can be removed for cleaning. Be sure to remove each pressure delicately so as not to damage the fabric or the seams: uncap the pressures one by one, leveraging, without pulling. And to keep it always looking its best: do not hesitate to shake it daily.

Ban the vacuum cleaner

The vacuumed feathers may pierce the down-proof percale or even the fabric of the sofa. To remove dust, use the brush provided in the box, and not vacuum it.

If your sofa has traveled

Its appearance may seem altered, the seat cushions appear rounder for example. They simply need to be used for a while to take their final shape. The only recommendation: curl up on your sofa as often as possible.

If the sofa is covered, the cover may have moved slightly. Simply adjust it to the edges of your frame to put it back in place.

Our pillowcases

Finally, the choice of pillowcase depends on its shape and size. The most common sizes are 65x65cm for a square pillowcase and 50x70cm for a rectangular pillowcase. We also offer a 60x80cm size for larger pillows. Our pillowcases are available in packs of 2, or individually for the small 35x45 cushion covers which look great on any bed.

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