Wood with High Gloss Finishes

Your furniture has a high-polish polyester finish, which is harder and more scratch-resistant than lacquer. It is best maintained by simple dusting. Using glass cleaners and spray polishes on a polyester finish actually can dull the surface and make it look cloudy.

To keep your furniture looking pristine, be sure to wipe up spills as soon as they happen with a clean soft cloth. Hint: 100% cotton or linen cloths are best for cleaning because they are more absorbent than cloth made from synthetic fibers or blends (flannel or plain cotton t-shirts with out decoration work fine, too).

With frequent use, fine surface scratches can eventually develop, but these areas can be buffed back to a high gloss using a product designed to remove tiny scratches from fiberglass boats or plastic windows in convertible cards. Two sure products are Meguiar's Mirror Glaze #17 Plastic Cleaner, and Meguiar's Mirror Glaze #9 Swirl Remover, available from marine supply, auto-parts, or automotive paint supply stores. Mist a little on your cloth and wipe gently to clean and dust your furniture. As you clean, and when you are using your furniture, be careful not to drag anything across the surface. If damage does occur, the good news is in most cases by professionally buffing, the surface may be restored to new again!

Designer’s Tip #13

If white or light toned neutrals (cream, off white or taupe) appeal to your calming instincts, use plenty of texture. White walls and smooth white furnishings can blend into boredom. Add shades of warmth, use pale tans or faded yellows to keep white from looking sterile. By using neutrals and tone on tone it allows you more flexibility by leaving the door open for a splash of vibrant color added by using an inexpensive accent piece.


Overview Leather Upholstery/Fabric Ultrasuede Wood Wood with High Gloss Finishes		Wood with High Gloss Finishes Your furniture has a high-polish polyester finish, which is harder and more scratch-resistant than lacquer. It is best maintained by simple dusting. Using glass cleaners and spray polishes on a polyester finish actually can dull the surface and make it look cloudy. To keep your furniture looking pristine, be sure to wipe up spills as soon as they happen with a clean soft cloth. Hint: 100% cotton or linen cloths are best for cleaning because they are more absorbent than cloth made from synthetic fibers or blends (flannel or plain cotton t-shirts with out decoration work fine, too). With frequent use, fine surface scratches can eventually develop, but these areas can be buffed back to a high gloss using a product designed to remove tiny scratches from fiberglass boats or plastic windows in convertible cards. Two sure products are Meguiar's Mirror Glaze #17 Plastic Cleaner, and Meguiar's Mirror Glaze #9 Swirl Remover, available from marine supply, auto-parts, or automotive paint supply stores. Mist a little on your cloth and wipe gently to clean and dust your furniture. As you clean, and when you are using your furniture, be careful not to drag anything across the surface. If damage does occur, the good news is in most cases by professionally buffing, the surface may be restored to new again! Designer’s Tip #13 If white or light toned neutrals (cream, off white or taupe) appeal to your calming instincts, use plenty of texture. White walls and smooth white furnishings can blend into boredom. Add shades of warmth, use pale tans or faded yellows to keep white from looking sterile. By using neutrals and tone on tone it allows you more flexibility by leaving the door open for a splash of vibrant color added by using an inexpensive accent piece.

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