Goodrich Tips : Caring for your wallcoverings - Part 1

General Cleaning Instructions

DAY-TO-DAY SOIL.

Remove ordinary dirt and smudges with mild soap and warm water, and if needed, a hard bristle brush to remove stubborn dirt lodged in textured surface. Alaways work with a wet surface to the wallcovering. To prevent streaking, start from the bottom and work upwards.

Rinse by sponging with clean water from the top down. Pay extra attention to deeply- textured wallcovering as suds and loose dirt tend to lodge in depressed surfaces. It is important to rinse off any residual soap as leftover soap will leave an amber stain on the wallcovering surface over time.

As a final step, dry the surface with a soft, lint-free cloth or towel with a blotting action. Do not dry-rub as it may cause the surface to burnish or become shiny.

DIFFUCULT SURFACE STAINS.

For stubborn stains, use a stronger detergent that is in accordance to the manufacturer's instructions.

Goodrich Global does not recommend the use of any steel wool or powdered abrasive cleaners as they mar the surface, leaving an undesirable appearance. DO NOT use active solvent-type cleaning preparations, such as nail polish remover, tar and bug remover, etc., ad they will remove the surface paint and/or wallcovering's protective finish.

Source Featured by The Avenue Magazine issue 6 2011