CARE AND CLEANING: WALLCOVERING
GENERAL WALLCOVERING CARE
To prolong the life your wallcovering, regular care and maintenance is recommended.
To prevent a buildup of dust & dirt dust with a feather duster or gentle vacuuming using a clean soft bristle attachment to avoid damaging materials.
A soft bristle brush can be used if necessary to remove dirt from the crevices of deeply textured patterns.
Please take care and make sure the product has been installed correctly before attempting any maintenance.
To prevent fading, avoid installing your wallcovering in direct or reflected light. Please note most wallcoverings will change/alter over time due to environmental factors.
Always check product upon arrival, Altfield cannot be held liable for any damage incurred during transport or storage prior to installation. For more details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
MARKS AND STAINS
When cleaning marks and stains, first clean a sample or inconspicuous piece of material to ensure no adverse effects occur to the colouration or finish of your product.
For spills, immediately blot with a clean dry cloth or kitchen towel to prevent staining. Do not rub as this can push the stain further into the product.
Marks and stains can be cleaned using a mild solution of soap and warm water.
Points to remember when cleaning your wallcovering:
- Gently blot marks & stains with a damp cloth.
- Use an uncoloured, soft, lint free non-abrasive clean cloth to prevent leaving marks.
- Always clean from the outside towards the inside to avoid spreading the stain.
- Do not use aggressive vacuum suction on the wallcovering as this can damage the fibres.
- Do not press or rub too fiercely as this can spread the stain and potentially damage the structure of the wallcovering.
- Do not use harsh abrasives including steel wool or powdered abrasives as this can destroy the face of the wallcovering.
- Do not scrub.
- Avoid all solvent/alcohol based cleaners.
- Do not use excessive water.
- Blot away excess water with a soft, absorbent or micofibre cloth.
Handmade, Natural, Textile & Digital Print Collections
Dust with a feather duster or soft lint free cloth or gently vacuum with a clean soft bristle brush attachment.
Spills should be removed immediately by blotting with a clean, dry, absorbent cloth.
Marks and stains can be cleaned using a mild solution of soap and warm water.
Teflon or wallcoverings with a pre-treated finish
Dust with a feather duster or soft lint free cloth or gently vacuum with a soft bristle brush attachment.
Marks and stains can be cleaned using a mild solution of soap and warm water.
Spilled food and drink should bead up instantly on surfaces and can be easily wiped away. Oily spills come up with immediate blotting.
Stains which have been allowed to dry, normally can be removed using cleaning fluid for oil-based stains and water for water-based spots.
Vinyl
Dust with a feather duster or soft lint free cloth or gently vacuum with a clean soft bristle brush attachment.
A soft bristle brush can be used if necessary to remove dirt from the crevices of deeply textured patterns.
Spills should be removed immediately by blotting with a clean, dry, absorbent cloth.
Marks and stains can be cleaned using a mild solution of soap and warm water.
For more stubborn stains it's important to use the correct product:
If dirt is thick, crusty or solid, it must be carefully removed using a spoon or spatula before attempting to use any water or cleaner. Avoid using a knife, as this could be dangerous. Scrape off as much as possible and rub gently from the outside edge of the stain to the center to prevent spreading the stain.
For stains such as ballpoint ink, pencil and crayon; these should be removed immediately using a cloth dampened in rubbing alcohol. For chewing gum or grease, you need to use cleaning naphtha.
For more difficult stains that are only surface deep, the use of a stronger detergent such as a non-abrasive household cleaner or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol is recommended.
These notes are for guidance only, Altfield can not be held responsible for any damage caused to the product during the cleaning process.
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