How do I clean and look after the panels?
Dusting, removing marks, the right indoor climate and small repairs.
The panels have a real wood veneer on an acoustic felt backing. They need little care, but wood and felt do not like water or harsh cleaners.
Regular cleaning
- Dust the slats with a soft brush or a dry microfibre cloth, along the grain.
- Vacuum the felt between the slats with a soft brush attachment on low power.
Marks and stains
- Use a cloth that is damp, not wet, with a drop of mild soap. Wipe along the grain and dry the surface straight away.
- Treat fingerprints near door handles and switches the same way.
- Test any cleaner on a spare piece or in a corner first.
What to avoid
- Steam cleaners and soaking wet cloths.
- Abrasive sponges, solvents, bleach and ammonia.
- Furniture polish with silicone, which leaves a film on the veneer.
Indoor climate
Wood moves with the humidity of the air. Keep the room between 40 and 60 per cent relative humidity and at a normal room temperature. In a new building, run the ventilation for a few weeks before the panels are mounted.
Light and small repairs
Real wood changes colour slightly in daylight during the first months, most in direct sun. This is natural and evens out. Small scratches can be filled with a wax stick in the colour of your finish; we supply these on request. For a damaged slat, send us a photo and your batch number and we advise whether a repair or a replacement panel is the better choice.