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Care & Cleaning for Casegoods

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• Each piece of Martha Stewart Signature™ Furniture with Bernhardt is created to provide exceptional performance with minimal care. Attention to a few basic points will help you protect your investment.

• Fine wood furniture should not be exposed to extreme heat or humidity, such as placing it near a heat outlet or open window. Also try to avoid direct sunlight, which may fade certain finishes. Martha Stewart Signature Furniture with Bernhardt strives to make the finish as fade-proof as possible.

• Do not place plastic, rubber, or hot objects directly on a wood finish. Chemicals in plastic and some rubber may soften or discolor the finish if left in contact with the furniture for a long period. To avoid these marks, place felt, leather, or cork under accessories.

• Every six months or so, a more thorough cleaning of wood furniture than routine dusting may be needed or desired. Wash with a mild soap intended for that purpose or a furniture cleaning product available in most grocery stores. Following the directions on the product, use a soft cloth and wipe with the grain. A furniture polish may also be applied.

• Spilled liquids should be wiped up immediately with a soft, slightly damp cloth, in the direction of the grain.

• Remove household dust with a soft, clean cloth, dusting with the grain. The cloth may be dampened with a furniture dusting-aid product, or a furniture care polish may be used. Follow the manufacturer’s directions on the product. Avoid products that leave an oily film on the furniture since they may cause a clouding of the finish and have a tendency to collect dust.

• Occasional polishing with a high quality, non-silicone furniture polish will enhance the beauty of the fine Martha Stewart Signature Furniture with Bernhardt finish. Avoid using oily polishes or waxes.

• Over time, scratches may be noticed on furniture from normal use. These can be touched up with a scratch remover or special touch-up pens or sticks available at your furniture retailer or at many paint stores.

• For glass, metal, and paint finishes, clean with a soft, damp cloth.