How to Care for Upholstery

Rocco sofa upholstered in Aquaclean fabric

CLEANING YOUR UPHOLSTERY

Our upholstery is finished to a very high standard and most cushion covers are zipped so that they can be removed for cleaning. Some fabrics can be washed while some are dry clean only.

If the covers are washable, please use a gentle wash cycle and washing powder or liquid that does not contain optical brighteners. Covers from the same suite should all be washed at the same time in case any minor colour change occurs.

If your covers are labelled 'dry clean only' please take them to a specialist dry cleaner for the best results. Do not assume that if a 'dry clean only' label is not present that this means that the covers can be washed by you at home. Contact our staff on 01886 884665 for advice on the cleaning of your covers.

Some sofas, armchairs and love seats may have loose cushion covers and other parts have fixed upholstery. These can be cleaned in situ, as with any fixed upholstery, by a specialist service.

CUSHIONS

Each piece of furniture is suppled with the cushion filling our hand-picked manufacturers feel suits it best. If you would like a different filling we can usually supply an alternative. We use feather, fibre, sprinkle (a feather/fibre mix) and foam fillings in our cushions. Feather and sprinkle cushions need to be plumped up regularly to keep them soft and prolong their life. All cushions should be turned regularly if possible to allow for equal wear and fading.

Looking for scatter cushions? Our cushion room is full of beautiful designs, from contemporary styles to traditional wool and linen cushions in every shape and size. Our Interior Design Studio is brimming with fabric books from all of the best-known design houses, from Mulberry to Sanderson, Colefax & Fowler to Warwick, Jane Churchill and Clarke & Clarke.

We'll help you select beautiful fabrics to perfectly suit your home, and our design team can talk you through made-to-measure curtains and blinds to complement your scheme.

Protect your furniture to prolong its life

All fabrics will fade in bright sunlight. In rooms with lots of glass, or south-facing spaces, consider installing bespoke curtains or blinds to help protect your upholstery from piercing rays. Contact our sales staff on 01886 884665 for advice, or more details about suitable window treatments. 

Fire retardancy

All fillings meet fire retardancy regulations. If you choose a fabric that is not fire retardant we will supply barrier-lined interiors. 

Our re-covering service

We can easily re-cover any furniture that was originally purchased from us. If you would like your cushions to be recovered please contact our sales team for a quotation on 01886 884665.

HOLLOWAYS INTERIOR DESIGN

Struggling for inspiration? Need to understand how to pull a scheme together? Our experienced interior design team is always on hand to help and advise. Visit our showrooms and book an initial interior design consultation – our interior designers will talk through your project with you, understanding your life and lifestyle, and will help you create a room you'll love for years to come.

From furniture to accessories, paint to floor coverings and rugs and lighting, we'll put together mood boards for you and send fabric samples and examples of finishes straight to your door so you can make your choices in your own home, in your own time. Our Interior Design Service is FREE. Call 01886 884665 to speak to one of the team.

Packwood sofa with loose covers