mS From The Experts At Furniture Medic Protecting Your Furniture Investment (NAPSA)—Wear and tear on furniture that is enjoyed everyday can be expected. However, there are some things that you can do to prevent “daily lounging” from causing permanent damage. Witha little attention and know-how, you can keep your furniture beautiful. To stop damagebeforeit starts, Furniture Medic suggests these tips: Avoid cleaners with ammonia as an ingredient becauseit is very damaging to wood. * Do not use polishes containing high amounts of alcohol. Alcohol can damage your furniture’s finish. Position furniture so that is is not exposed to direct sunlight. Sunlight can fade upholstery and dry out wood furniture. * To prevent water rings, keep coasters handy. A wood coaster with a felt underneath is your best bet. Make sure the coaster you choose has an absorbent material to rest your glass on. When serving plates and dishes that are hot, always use a tablecloth or placemat. Clean up spills immediately using a blotting action, not a wiping action. e Arrange furniture directly away from radiators and heating and cooling vents. Thoroughly clean wood furniture and cabinets after heavy use. For example, clean all wood in the kitchen after extensive cooking as A NICE REFLECTION of your home’s beauty is when beautiful furniture is brought backtolife. large amounts of dirt and dust may have settled on the wood. If you find your furniture is beyond the do-it yourself stage, call your local Furniture Medic representative. They can take care of a variety of furniture problems and bring your furniture back to life. Founded in 1992, Furniture Medic has more than 600 franchise locations across the United States, Canada and Europe. Furniture Medic is part of the ServiceMaster ConsumerServices network. For more information on mobile furniture repair and restoration, visit the Web site at www.furnituremedic.com or call 1-800-877-9933.
