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February 18, 2020

By: Chelsea Shedden | Interior Architect

Tips for Maintaining Metal Furniture

Metal finishes are extremely popular for contemporary furniture designs, offering a sleek and striking contrast to timber or stone looks. 

Metal is known for collecting dust, grime and can develop rust if not cared for properly. It’s important to clean your metal furniture pieces on a regular basis to keep these interior additions looking sharp. 

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Whether it be table legs, bar carts or the frame of your mirror, you want your household metal to stay shiny and spotless for years to come. We have put together some easy tips to help you maintain and care for your furniture.

DO:

  • Gently dust any debris, then wipe with a microfibre cloth with mild detergent and warm water to maintain the shine and prevent the buildup of damaging substances.
  • Thoroughly dry with a microfibre cloth to reduce the risk of rust and preserve the metal’s finish.

DON'T:

  • Avoid letting dust and debris build up for long periods as it can cause scratching to the surface.
  • Don’t use harsh chemicals to clean metal surfaces as this may cause corrosion or discolouration.
  • Avoid the use of steel wool or scouring pads as these may scratch and damage the metal surface.
  • Avoid exposing metal to direct sunlight to prevent fading and damage to the finish.

We recommend the Guardsman Cloth to help protect your household surfaces from being scratched and keep the dust at bay for your metal accents. 

Tips for Protecting Your Outdoor Metal Pieces

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For homes that have beautiful water views or outdoor seating in a garden or balcony, any metal furniture will need a little extra TLC to make sure it looks sharp all year round.

Due to the sea salt in the air from living close to the ocean, metal will corrode and tarnish much quicker if not cleaned off on a regular basis. We recommend frequent surface cleaning with a soft cloth and gentle detergent, paying particular attention to joins and angles where dust and moisture can build up.

Shop our range of gold, silver and copper products as well as dining tables designed with black metal legs for a striking contrast.

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