Lotty B's durable and easy to clean performance fabric in classic Pink House Fan Palm design at The Cotton House Hotel beach bar, Mustique Island

Performance Fabrics

How to keep your fabrics looking clean & fresh day to day

General cleaning
  • Because dust and dirt cause fabric to wear faster, we recommend vacuuming regularly with an upholstery attachment.
  • Flip, rotate and fluff removable cushions regularly to ensure even wear and increase longevity.
  • An annual professional cleaning will keep your upholstered furniture looking its best.
  • Maintenance requires promptly treating spots and stains and should include routine, on-going care which reduces soil build-up on a fabric’s surface.
  • Do not rub or brush excessively as you may cause fuzzing.
SPOT CLEANING WITH SOAP AND WATER

This cleaning method can be used for everyday messes and removes most light to medium stains.

  1. Before spot cleaning, blot up liquids on the surface with a clean, soft towel and brush off any loose dirt.
  2. Prepare a cleaning solution of 1/4 tsp mild, enzyme detergent, such as standard dishwashing liquid, per 1 cup of lukewarm water.
  3. Apply the cleaning solution using a misting spray bottle.
  4. Work the solution into the affected area by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or soft bristle brush. Make sure to work from the outside of the stain inward so as not to spread the stain and rinse your sponge or brush frequently.
  5. Allow the cleaning solution to soak into the fabric.
  6. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residues, as residues will attract dirt. Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge.
  7. Repeat steps 3 - 6 as needed.
  8. Allow fabric to air dry.
CLEANING WITH BLEACH

Use this cleaning method for stubborn or excessive stains. 

  1. Remove any loose debris and blot the stain. 
  2. Always use durable rubber gloves when using bleach. Prepare a bleach based cleaning solution. Bleach should be diluted with water on a 1:10 ratio (1 part bleach, 10 parts water). 
  3. Apply the bleach based cleaning solution using a misting spray bottle and allow for the solution to soak into the fabric. 
  4. Work the solution into the affected area by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or soft bristle brush. Make sure to work from the outside of the stain inward so as not to spread the stain and rinse your sponge or brush frequently. 
  5. Blot and thoroughly rinse the fabric with water until the stain is cleaned. *Make sure that all the bleach is rinsed off of the surface of the fabric* 
  6. Allow fabric to air dry.
HOW TO TREAT OIL-BASED STAINS
  1. Immediately apply an absorbent, such as cornstarch or baking soda, directly on the stain and let it sit for 10 minutes to help lift the stain. 
  2. Remove the excess absorbent with a straight edge or ruler to prevent the stain from being pressed into the fabric. It is imperative to utilize vacuum extraction to remove any excess absorbent. 
  3. Proceed with the routine spot cleaning process.