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Furniture Care

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT:

The beauty of caring for your furniture is that it helps to protect your investment. Fine furniture is an important purchase. Proper care will help maintain your furniture's finish and ensure that it looks great year after year.

CARING FOR FURNITURE:

Extending the life of your furniture is easy - just follow a few simple guidelines in caring for your furniture.

• Dust will scratch the furniture surface if not removed properly. Always dust with a polish moistened cloth. Polish cushions the cloth, eliminating the scratching that occurs with dry dusting.
• Avoid coarse or scratchy materials or fabrics. Use a soft, clean cloth that won't scratch the surface.
• Never use soap and water on furniture - Water can penetrate the finish and raise the grain on wood, causing damage.

THESE ARE ENEMIES OF FURNITURE:

Many common problems in furniture care are caused by the elements. By being aware of these troublemakers, the resulting damage can easily be avoided.

• Sunlight - ultraviolet rays can damage wood finishes. Arrange furniture out of direct sunlight; use sun screening drapes during intense sunlight hours; rotate furniture in room arrangements.
• Liquid spills - will damage furniture if not removed promptly. Use coasters under beverage glasses and saucers under cups and flower pots. If a spill occurs, immediately blot it gently without rubbing the surface.
• Heat - creates a chemical change in the furniture finish which can result in a white spot. Use protective pads under hot dishes, utensils or cooking appliances.
• High humidity - causes wood to swell. Low humidity causes wood to lose moisture and shrink. Extreme changes cause warping, splitting and cracking. Try to keep humidity as constant as possible.

Choosing the Right Products:

A quality polish enhances the natural beauty of wood by complementing the luster and enriching the grain. It protects the finish because it serves as a temporary barrier to spilled liquids. The cleaning ingredients in polish effectively remove smudges, dust and soil when properly applied.

Tips for Better Dusting:

• Use the same type of polish consistently. Your furniture will appear cloudy or streaky if oil-based and wax-based polishes are interchanged.
• Use a fine furniture polish (always) when dusting. Never dry dust, as it could case microscopic scratches on your furniture surface. Remember to change dusting cloths frequently since a dirty cloth may scratch your furniture's surface.
• Spray your furniture surface evenly, but not too generously. Wipe in a circular motion with a soft, clean cloth to clean and loosen the old polish.
• Then, buff until completely dry for a beautiful shine and a smudge-resistant finish. For wood trim, spray polish on the cloth first, then dust.


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Based in Mebane, North Carolina, CRAFTIQUE, L. L. C. is a manufacturer of mahogany bedroom, dining room and accent furniture. Focused on a specific market of high quality, traditional English and American styles, CRAFTIQUE furniture is sold through retail furniture stores and interior designers throughout the United States.


Founded in 1946 by Mr. L. P. Best, CRAFTIQUE flourished and became recognized throughout the furniture industry as a leader in producing high quality, mahogany residential furniture. From day one, Mr. Best instilled an unprecedented pride in offering and producing the highest possible quality available in mahogany furniture. This pride is still evident today.


Craftique Craftsmanship

CRAFTIQUE has earned a reputation over the last 50 years of producing the highest quality furniture available. Quality you will see and feel every time you open a drawer or close a cabinet. CRAFTIQUE is mahogany furniture you can trust, made by people you can trust.

A few examples of what makes CRAFTIQUE the highest heirloom-quality furniture: Only the highest grade of the world's finest cabinet wood, mahogany, are selected for CRAFTIQUE furniture. Component parts are solid mahogany, including drawer sides and backs, interior posts, and glue blocks. Extremely tight drawer tolerances 1/16", the true mark of fine cabinetry, far exceeds the industry standard. All lumber is closely examined for similar grain characteristics and color patterns. The inside surfaces of CRAFTIQUE case goods are hand-rubbed to a lustrous finish by individual craftsmen.

In the spirit of the great cabinetmakers of the past, Craftique understands that not only one's work but one's name is handed down for generations. At CRAFTIQUE, it is a name they hand down proudly.

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