The Common Threats To Outdoor Furniture

The outdoor area of your home hosts some of the most wonderful memories that can be made in the American household. So long as there is some human activity in any place, this area is vulnerable to a number of health threats.

An event like a weekend barbecue is a most anticipated occasion where people reconnect with friends and loved ones. With this much people congregating in one area of the house, it’s not hard to imagine what a homemaker is supposed to deal with.

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Unwelcome stains are surely going to create quite a mess. When these are not addressed, biological threats could follow. Examples of these stains are salad dressing, sauce stains, and even beer and soft drink spills.

Even activities that do not include many people can cause enough problems. If one is simply hanging out in the patio just doing a solo activity such as sun bathing, suntan lotions and other cosmetic liquids can already create quite a mess.

Accidental bumps can ruin fragile items. Glass components can be easily broken. You can even break your own lamp post if you lean on it accidentally. You can easily rip the canvas of your hammock or your outdoor sofa it you lie on it with your pen sticking out of your pocket.

These catastrophes are unavoidable, and so your expensive furniture remain vulnerable. The good news is that these can be covered with the proper protection plan. With a special place such as an outdoor area, you should do the responsible thing to protect what gives you such enjoyable experiences.

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With high quality products, services, and protection plans, Guardian Protection Products Inc. offers the best solutions to maintaining the peace and comfort of your outdoor area. To learn more about protection plans, visit this website.

Deep Cleaning: The Key To Immaculate Upholstery

Even the brightest of upholstered furniture would eventually gain a dingy grayed out appearance owing in part to the gradual accumulation of grime and dust in between the fabrics. The layer of grime and dust that accumulates on the furniture’s fabric doesn’t merely mar the appearance of the furniture. It also causes the fabric to wear out faster.

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Regular cleaning can help owners avoid this fate, preventing the dust and dirt from becoming part of the furniture in the process. Thorough cleaning should be performed at least once a season. Maintaining the fresh and new appearance of upholstered furniture requires careful attention and care, as well as a quick hand to deal with the occasional accident.

Bear in mind that some delicate fabrics or sensitive heirloom may require more precise care. Expert consultation is a must when in doubt.

The dust and debris should first be cleared off through a vacuum cleaner set on low and a requisite upholstery attachment. The vacuum’s attachment should move left to right.

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Spot cleaning, often associated with the onset of spills, can also be used to remove less stubborn stains. A specific cleaning agent can be used for this purpose, particularly that without processed silicone. Stains should be cleaned out through light dabs to prevent from spreading. Some types of upholstery, such as WS, can even tolerate cleaning with soap, following a similar careful approach to spot cleaning.

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Furniture Care: The Differences Between Faux Leather And Leather

Owners of furniture from all over the country treat their prized possessions with so much pride and joy that they have found that maintaining furniture is already a hobby in itself. When it comes to leather, one must be aware of the differences in faux leather and real leather, so that maintaining it is done properly.

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Leather cleaner is often a cleaner meant for real leather. Using it on faux leather may suit your needs, but if you consider the cost of such a product, you might be spending too much. If you’re using conditioner on top of your cleaner, but you’re using it on faux leather, you’re making an unnecessary expense all the more.

To clean faux leather, you might already do fine with using an all-around surface cleaner. This comes at a fair price. Faux leather is likely made up of a synthetic material, which may have a repulsion toward dust and stains. Real leather, on the other hand, tends to absorb the elements more. A special formula is what it takes to maintain it, and that is what a leather cleaner is made of.

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It doesn’t matter much what kind of leather your furniture is made of, whether faux or real. Either can be quite superb to own. But knowing the differences between the two is highly instrumental in successfully maintaining your furniture.

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Mastering The Art Of Leather Care

Sleek, shiny, and incredibly comfortable to sit on, leather furniture can be an excellent addition to many modern or contemporary interiors. Leather is a rather tricky material to maintain. With proper care, however, leather can weather through the years and age gracefully, giving the room a timeless quality.

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Due to its unfamiliar texture, many people are understandably worried about maintaining leather, which is often confounded by images of badly aged and threadbare leather furniture. Unlike fabric, leather is not as easily patched when torn and, over time, may lose its sheen and eventually its integrity to the rigors of heat, moisture, and debris.

Leather furniture should, thus, be kept away from radiators and sources of heat. Because of its sensitivity to water damage, leather should also be kept clear of moisture.

However, leather is remarkably easy to clean. Unlike fabric, liquid spills do not readily soak into leather, allowing spills to be cleaned off with a simple wipe. The spills, however, should be wiped off immediately, preferably with a dry or mildly damp (but not wet) cloth rag or paper towel to prevent staining. Wiping should be done lightly, with care being taken to avoid damaging the surface through rubbing.

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Dusting and vacuuming should be done frequently to prevent the accumulation of dirt and debris on the pores of the leather. Vacuuming is especially ideal for removing dust from crevasses such as those in between seat cushions. Cleaning products should be avoided unless they are specifically made for cleaning leather. Leather cleaning products should be applied once a month.

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Getting rid of stubborn water stains on wooden furniture

Wooden tables are chic additions to a home's furnishings: coffee tables, countertops, and stands for lamps, vases, and other décor. Unfortunately, wooden tops are also magnets for setting atop beverage-filled mugs and glasses. White water rings or marks are annoying sights to the fastidious eye. And this is only one of the common forms of water damage on wood. Moisture, after all, is wooden furniture's worst enemy. 

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Wooden furnishings usually have protective coating finishes. In attempting to remove water stains, be sure to work only up to the depth that is affected. Start with mild compounds. Work with stronger chemicals only if the milder ones fail. Buffing the affected surface with liquid furniture polish might do the trick. Petroleum jelly or car wax may also be used. If these do not work, denatured alcohol can be used, but apply only sparingly. In using this improperly, one runs the risk of further damaging the finish. 

It might be more advisable, however, to leave repair to professionals to avoid blowing up the problem. It also helps to get insurance against common damages on wooden furniture. Guardian Protection Products offers such coverage. Its plans can insure wooden furniture against stains, cracks, finish fading, and other singular, accidental instances of damage. 

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Bedroom Necessity: Everybed Mattress Protectors

Having a clean mattress is key to a good night’s rest. Unknown to many people, the bed can serve as the breeding ground for allergy triggers like dust mites. Endless sneezing, itchy skin and watery eyes can make sleeping difficult. The Sick Bed Syndrome can make a person feel sick without knowing that it came from the bed. To prevent irritating allergy triggers from taking over the bed, mattress protectors are the solution.

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Guardian Protection Products’ EveryBed mattress protectors are a waterproof and breathable cover that prevents stains and allergens. Mattresses are usually impossible to clean, but with a reliable mattress protector, one can keep it pristine for a long time.

EveryBed mattress protectors are washable and can be machine-washed like other beddings. They also come in four varieties -- EveryBed Red, EveryBed CoolYellow+, EveryBed CoolGreen+, and EveryBed CoolBlue+ -- to cater to people’s different needs. Each color represents a unique feature for the mattress protectors. EveryBed Red provides a barrier against sweat, dead skin cells, and dust mites. EveryBed CoolYellow+ is an antimicrobial protector with channel construction wicks that allow for a cooler mattress. Eco-friendly EveryBed CoolGreen+ with Tencel keeps the mattress cool and comfortable while shielding it from dust and other elements. And lastly, EveryBed CoolBlue+ has the innovative Phase Change Technology that eliminates excess heat that can make a mattress prone to allergens and damage.

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The four EveryBed mattress protectors help keep mattress warranty active. Every purchase includes a 10-year protection plan to keep mattresses clean and in tip-top shape. The protectors are flexible, quiet, and comfortable, allowing for worry-free slumber night after night.

Guardian Protection Products from Hickory, North Carolina, is devoted to preserving the state of their clients’ furniture be it wood, leather, fabric, and more with their furniture care plans and products. For a complete list of Guardian’s plans and products, visit this website.

Safer Choice Standards: Protecting Families And The Environment

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a mandate of protecting every family’s health and the environment. One of the programs it launched to fulfill this responsibility is the Safer Choice Standards.

It was initially established as the Design for the Environment (DfE) label, but has since been improved to collect and include the ideas of stakeholders, including those of product manufacturers and environment and health advocates. The rebranded Safer Choice Standards, which are adhered to by the same stakeholders, arose from such initiative.

Accreditation by the Safer Choice Standards entails the submission to the EPA of information regarding the process and ingredients. The agency then rigorously evaluates cleaning and other chemical products’ ingredients, composition, formulation, and attributes. EPA ensures that these elements do not have an adverse impact on health and nature.

The Safer Choice review is especially discriminating, and at the same time, protective. Its assessment methodology and technical review team make the program highly skilled in analyzing chemical hazard, applying predictive tools, and determining safer and better substitutes for chemicals found to be harmful.

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Guardian Protection Products Inc., a renowned leader in furniture protection, offers products that comply with the Safer Choice Standards. This accreditation gives confidence to consumers that the company’s products, mainly the Guardian Fabric and Rug Cleaner Stain Spotter and Maximum Strength meet the stringent criteria of EPA.

Other than ensuring that the protection products have ingredients that go through rigorous review by the Environmental Protection Agency, Guardian Protection Products, Inc. also offers protection plans that cover a wide variety of furniture: fabric, leather, wood, mattresses, and more. Learn more about the coverages and products the company provides through this website.