Lounge Chairs - Knoll

With proper care, your KnollStudio
furniture should last for years to
come. To help ensure the longevity of
your purchase, below are helpful hints
on routine cleaning for your
KnollStudio piece. Most basic
maintenance can be performed with
common household cleaning
products.
Textiles
Optional Scotchgard treatment
protects fibers from dirt and staining.
Wipe all spills immediately. Brush
and vacuum every three to four
months. Use a foam upholstery
cleaner as directed semi-annually, or
more frequently if necessary. Try a
hidden area to test for color fastness.
Spinneybeck Leathers
Leather is hardy and will adjust to its
environment. It mellows gracefully
with age. Leather is expected to
change; even the oils from our hands
help to develop the patina.
Full grain, aniline leather is
undemanding. It breathes, has a life
of its own, and requires little care.
It should not be abused by harsh
cleaners, or substances such as wax
or mink oils which will clog the
pores. A periodic wipe with a damp
cloth is a sufficient means of
cleaning under normal conditions.
Spinneybeck now offers a leather
maintenance kit specifically
designed for the 28 qualities offered.
The kit includes a cleaner,
conditioner and ink-remover and can
be ordered by calling 1 800
482-7777. There are three types
of kits:
- finished products
- full aniline products
- brush-sueded products
The following guidelines will help
you to maintain the beauty of the
leather without destroying any of its
natural characteristics.
Product Maintenance
Naked Leather
(Capri, Cervo, Copenhagen,
Cordovan, Distressed, Prima,
Saddle)
Naked leathers contain no foreign
substances that act as a barrier
against spillage or staining.
They should be selected with this in
mind.
The only recommended cleaning
method for naked leather is to wipe
the entire surface with a soft woolen
cloth and water. Do not spot rub for it
will darken only that area. The idea
is to even out any abrasions or stains.
With use, naked leather develops
a beautiful patina that removes many
small scratches and abrasions as
body oils moisturize and revitalize
the leather. Substantial body oil
marks will also dissipate over time,
particularly if rubbed down with cool
water.
Protective Finished Leathers
(Acqua, Alaska, Amazon, Andes,
Antique, Arizona, Derby, Ducale,
España, Forte, Hand Tipped,
Portofino, Riva, Sabrina, Salon,
Velluto Pelle, Vicenza, Volo)
For high traffic use, breathable
protective finish allows leather not
only to be practical but also easy to
maintain. It can be cleaned by
wiping the entire surface with a soft
cloth and a very mild solution of
Ivory Flakes and cold water, followed
by wiping the entire surface with
water alone.
Grain Sueded Leather (Ducale
Velour, Marissa)
For maximum soil resistance and
durability these leathers have
received an impregnated soil
resistant treatment in the drum
which permeates the leather making
it repellent to liquid and dirt.
Grain sueded leather can be
maintained with moderate care
because spillage will bead and roll
off. However, spillage should not be
allowed to puddle, and should be
blotted dry immediately. For normal
care, leather should be brushed
occasionally, with a sueded cleaning
block to help remove general soilage.
If you have further questions about
the care and maintenance
of Spinneybeck leather, call
Spinneybeck Customer Service
at 800 482-7777.
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Cowhide Slings, Belting Leather
(Spoleto, MR Side Chair, Wassily,
Bertoia cowhide pads)
For normal cleaning, use a soft cloth
dampened with a solution
of mild soap or detergent (Ivory
Flakes) well dissolved in water. Rub
very lightly, never pressing hard. Do
not use solvents because dye may
run. For scratches, use liquid shoe
polish and buff when dry. Any
liquids spilled on leather should be
mopped up as soon as possible in
order to avoid being absorbed by the
leather.
Natural Caning (Cesca Chair)
Use water and glycerin every
three months to keep cane from
drying out.
Vinyl
Clean frequently with a mild
detergent and water. Use leather or
plastic cleaners for unusually heavy
use. Do not use solvents such as
gasoline because plastic surface will
gum and deteriorate.
Wood
Clean with a commercial brand
of liquid furniture polish twice
a month. For stubborn dirt or light
scratches, rub lightly with very fine
steel wool before using furniture
polish. To rejuvenate luster, apply a
furniture cream as a last step. Do not
use water or household solvents: they
will destroy the protective finish.
Lacquer Finishes on Wood
(Florence Knoll credenza)
Frequent cleaning recommended:
once per week with heavy use or
once per month with light use. Clean
with ordinary household soaps or
detergents, well dissolved in water.
Polish with lemon oil using a very
soft cloth. For stubborn dirt or light
scratches, uniformly apply
Cleanbright Liquid Ebony or
Guardsman liquid furniture polish
with cheesecloth. Allow ten minutes
to dry and wipe with a clean, dry
cloth. For nicks, chips, and deep
scratches, contact a professional
refinisher. Never use abrasives.
Wood Frame Chairs
Clean with dry and soft cloth. Rub
smoothly with damp, lukewarm cloth.
Treat sturdy stains with household
soap solution or a solution with
dishwashing liquid. Wipe off with
clean, dry cloth. Do not use acid or
abrasive detergents.
KnollStudio
Marble with Polyester Coating
Wash with lukewarm water. Wash
more thoroughly with Windex,
Fantastik, Ivory Flakes in warm
water, or other non-abrasive
solutions. Rinse with warm water and
dry with a soft cloth.
Natural Marbles/Marbles without
Polyester Coating
Cleaning: Wipe off stains and liquid
spills immediately with water and
soft cloth. Never use steel wool or
other abrasives on marble.
Maintenance: The mineral surface of
marble is very porous and easily
absorbs moisture and fluids causing
corrosion, staining and discoloring. If
applied on a yearly basis,
impregnators or penetrating sealers
protect the interior of the stone,
inhibit discoloration and allow the
stone to breathe and release water
vapor.
To restore a uniform luster, clean
surface from any grit or debris, then
remove all topical coatings
with Stoneguard Stripper. Use
Marbalex to rinse surface, then let
top dry for twelve hours before
applying stone impregnator. Apply
SCI Impregnator using a clean and
dry applicator brush. After five
minutes, wipe off the excess
with soft, white terry cloth. If
impregnator is absorbed within five
minutes apply second coat at least
twelve hours later.
Never use steel wool or other
abrasives on marble.
Slate (PaperClip, SM Tables)
Apply a generous amount of soap
solution (1:5) to the table top with a
hard brush. Wipe off the top with a
clean, damp cloth. Repeat as often as
required. Apply mineral oil or lemon
oil as needed to protect surface.
Granite
Clean with Windex, Fantastik, or
other non-abrasive solutions on a
regular basis. Apply a marble wax to
improve luster and protect finish.
Routine maintenance will prevent
the stone from darkening with use
from body oils, and will help
maintain an evenness of color.