If you’ve ever had a well-loved sweater, you're probably familiar with pilling – those tiny little fuzz balls that appear on the surface and make it look less-than-new. But pilling isn’t just something that ruins sweaters, it can also fuzz up sofas upholstered in certain fabrics. Pilling occurs ... Read More about What Causes Pilling?
Shopping in Seattle
We expected to really enjoy our recent visit to Seattle, thanks to its fresh seafood and coffee on every corner, but we didn’t realize all the places there would be to find American-made items. Seattle isn’t just the birthplace of national brands like Filson and Herbivore Botanicals, but it’s also ... Read More about Shopping in Seattle
Best Way to Clean Wood
Our selection of beautiful dining tables are ready for a lifetime of yummy dinners—but how do you keep them looking like new? This is definitely one of those cases where less is more. Just follow a few simple guidelines and resist the temptation to start spraying the wood-care products you see ... Read More about Best Way to Clean Wood
Fabric Codes for Cleaning: What Do They Mean?
Once you decided which sofa style you want to buy, it’s time to choose the perfect upholstery or slipcover fabric. Color, pattern and texture are certainly important, but there is another factor that should be part of your decision: the fabric care code. Why is the fabric care code such a big deal? ... Read More about Fabric Codes for Cleaning: What Do They Mean?
How to Clean Slipcovers
If your slipcovered sofa gets dirty—maybe your two-year-old decided to do an art project on it, maybe you thought eating spaghetti on it was a good idea—don’t panic! Slipcovered sofas (check out our great styles here) can be cleaned, which is one of the main reasons they're so popular. But take a ... Read More about How to Clean Slipcovers