COMPLETE INSTRUCTION GUIDE

FABRICS

Vacuuming and removing loose dirt from the surface will keep your fabrics like new. It is important to remove stains and spills immediately as they occur, to avoid residuals getting permanently embedded in the fiber’s structure and becoming nearly impossible to remove. Sponge briskly with a clean sponge or piece of cloth, lukewarm water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove dirt. Air dry.

Under normal conditions Mariaflora Italian Luxury Performance Fabrics can be dry cleaned, and hand- or machine-washed with a gentle 30°C (86°F) cycle and a soft detergent. Low speed spin dry, then air dry. Avoid using tumble dryers and high pressure cleaners as they could damage the fabrics. Please note that solution-dyed acrylic is inherently mildew resistant; however, mildew may grow on dirt and residue that has not been removed from the fabric.

Chlorine bleach will not affect the coloration of the solution-dyed acrylic fiber and is therefore acceptable for stubborn stain removal, including mildew. The harshness of bleach products and strong chemicals will eventually affect the strength of any fiber, so we suggest a diluted solution of 2% bleach to 98% water. Thorough rinsing with clean water is always essential: sodium hypochlorite residuals could react with UV rays and permanently damage the coloration of the fabric. Professional dry cleaning is always recommended for tough stains.

Foam or covers involved? Read here.
We recommend delicately removing the foam/filling (both exterior- and interior-use) and washing the cover separately. Always rinse thoroughly and let air dry. Residuals of soap and chemicals could react with the filling and damagethe fabric. Professional dry cleaning is always recommended for tough stains. Please note that interior-grade foam is never recommended for exterior installation.
Covers for outdoor furniture must be certified BHT free to avoid chemical reactions that may affect the coloration of the fabric.

VELVET AND CHENILLES

Mariaflora’s 100% solution-dyed acrylic velvets and chenilles offer high-performance and the softest hand on the market thanks to the Alpine waters of our hometown Biella. Being the softest waters in Europe, they prevent the precipitation of chemicals during finishing, leaving our fabrics as soft as their natural counterparts.

For everyday maintenance we recommend vacuuming any loose dirt from the surface of your fabric and remove spills and stains immediately by gently dabbing the spot with a clean cloth or sponge. For more stubborn stains, apply a natural soap or a mild detergent to the cloth and gently rub (excessive rubbing may damage the fabric). Rinse with clean water and let air dry. As a final step, comb the pile with a soft brush following the direction of the nap.

In order to avoid wrinkling and prevent damage to the pile, store bolts horizontally and suspended if possible. Avoid storing velvet and chenille vertically. To remove wrinkling, apply steam gently (no closer than 1cm – 1/2” from the surface) and brush with a soft brush. Final brushing should always be in the direction of the nap.

PRINTS

Mariaflora indoor-outdoor prints can be dry cleaned, and hand- or machine-washed with a gentle 30°C (86°F) cycle and a soft detergent. Low speed spin dry, then air dry. We suggest vacuuming your fabrics regularly and removing stains and spills immediately as they occur.

Sponge briskly with a clean sponge or piece of cloth, lukewarm water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove dirt. Air dry.

DO NOT treat indoor-outdoor prints with chlorine bleach and/or strong chemicals as this will inevitably damage the fabric. 

Professional dry cleaning is always recommended for tough stains.

RUGS

Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove loose soil and dirt. Mariaflora advises using a vacuum without a beater bar, or with the beater bar set to the highest position, to avoid damaging the pile through excessive friction. Vacuuming will also help reduce the shedding that naturally occurs in the first few weeks after installation. Shedding is caused by fibers in the yarn that are cut short and detach from the pile. This will naturally subside over time.

For spills, blot any excess liquid and use a clean, damp cloth with mild detergent if needed. Stubborn stains can be treated with a diluted bleach solution (98% water, 2% bleach). Always rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water and air dry. Avoid reinstalling and exposing the rug to direct sunlight until completely dry.

Professional cleaning services are recommended for deep cleaning.

ACCESSORIES: THROWS, TRIM PILLOWS, SHEERS

For throws, trim pillows and sheers regularly brush or vacuum any loose dirt from the surface. To avoid staining, spills should be removed immediately. Blot any excess liquid from the surface. Using a clean, damp cloth or sponge, gently dab the spot to remove the remaining stain. For more stubborn stains, apply a natural soap or mild detergent to the cloth and gently rub. Rinse with clean water and let air dry. Solution-dyed acrylic accessories can typically be machine-washed on a gentle cycle with cold or lukewarm water (30°C/86°F). Use a mild detergent, avoiding harsh chemicals or fabric softeners. Alternatively, you can hand wash the accessories in cold or lukewarm water with a mild detergent. Always rinse thoroughly. Do not use tumble dryers, high-pressure cleaners or steam cleaning methods.

Stubborn stains can be treated with a diluted bleach solution (98% water, 2% bleach). Always rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water and air dry. Avoid exposing the accessories to direct sunlight until completely dry.

Professional cleaning is always recommended for tough stains.

HOW DO I CLEAN IT?

Beer

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly.

Wine

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

Tomato sauce

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

Chewing-gum

Sponge briskly with volatile solvent (acetone) and rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

Cosmetics

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

Ink

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

Dirt

Sponge briskly with a 1:20 solution of dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to water. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, follow up with a bleach solution as needed. Rinse thoroughly.

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