Upholstered Seating, Cushions, and Pillows

General Care

To maintain structure and evenly distribute wear, frequently reshape and rotate back cushions and pillows.

Occasionally vacuum your furniture fabrics and cushions using upholstery and crevice attachments to remove all dirt and debris before it becomes embedded in the fabric.

For general fabric cleaning, use the following steps:

For light cleaning:

• Lightly brush off or blot any loose dirt and light stains.
• Blot or mist spray with a lukewarm water/mild detergent solution. Avoid oversaturating.
• Rinse with water until clean and allow to dry thoroughly.

For stubborn stains, mold and mildew:

• Substitute the water/detergent solution with a bleach solution of 30 parts lukewarm water to 1-part liquid bleach.

Refer to our fabric listing on Bernhardt.com for specific cleaning instructions by fabric brand and stain type.

We do not recommend removing fabric covers from the cushion core.

While fabrics are mildew resistant, spores that create mold and mildew thrive in environments where there is dirt and moisture. To deter build up, keep cushions clean and free of debris. Always remove wet cushions from furniture frames and allow to dry.

If upholstery or cushions require extensive cleaning, please contact a professional.

We strongly recommend storing your furniture under cover or covering it when not in use with our custom furniture covers to protect it from dirt, debris, heavy rain and inclement weather.

Always ensure your furniture and fabrics are clean and dry before covering and storing.