Care Guide

 

Each of our fabrics and materials are carefully selected with durability and longevity in mind. Handpicked to stand the test of time in your home, these fabrics will be loved by your family for years to come. Here are our tips for caring for your fabrics:

Performance Fabrics

Abbott, White

We recommend dry cleaning our Abbott, White fabric. You may also wash separately on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash only when necessary to avoid pilling and depletion of performance finish. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes.

Amherst, Pearl

We recommend dry cleaning our Amherst, Pearl fabric. For small stains, gently Spot Clean with a mild non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth. 

Becketts

For our Beckett fabric line, we recommend spot cleaning with enzyme detergent and warm water. Here are our recommended steps:

  1. Before spot cleaning, blot up liquids on the surface with a clean, soft towel. For thicker substances, use a spoon to remove any excess.
  2. Mix 1 teaspoon of an enzyme detergent such as Tide® laundry detergent or Dawn® dishwashing detergent with 16 oz. of warm water and mix well.
  3. Apply the cleaning solution using a misting spray bottle.
  4. Use a soft brush to work the solution into the affected area. Make sure to work from the outside of the stain inward so as not to spread the stain. Rinse your sponge or brush frequently.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water to remove all soap residues since soap attracts dirt.
  6. Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge. 
  7. Repeat steps 3-7 (spray, brush, rinse, blot) as needed.
  8. Allow fabric to air dry

Boucle, Cream

We recommend dry cleaning our Boucle, Cream fabric. You may also wash separately on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash only when necessary to avoid pilling and depletion of performance finish. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

Broadways

We recommend dry cleaning our Broadway fabric line when necessary.

Casuals

We recommend dry cleaning our Casual fabric line. You may also wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash separately for best results, and as seldom as possible to preserve the performance finish. Wipe spills immediately and spot clean as necessary with natural soap and water. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes.

Luxe Velvets

We recommend dry cleaning our Luxe Velvet fabric line. You may also wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash separately for best results, and as seldom as possible to preserve the performance finish. Wipe spills immediately and spot clean as necessary with natural soap and water. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes. 

Nomad, Snow

For our Nomad, Snow fabric, we recommend spot cleaning with enzyme detergent and warm water. Here are our recommended steps:

  1. Before spot cleaning, blot up liquids on the surface with a clean, soft towel. For thicker substances, use a spoon to remove any excess.
  2. Mix 1 teaspoon of an enzyme detergent such as Tide® laundry detergent or Dawn® dishwashing detergent with 16 oz. of warm water and mix well.
  3. Apply the cleaning solution using a misting spray bottle.
  4. Use a soft brush to work the solution into the affected area. Make sure to work from the outside of the stain inward so as not to spread the stain. Rinse your sponge or brush frequently.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water to remove all soap residues since soap attracts dirt.
  6. Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge. 
  7. Repeat steps 3-7 (spray, brush, rinse, blot) as needed.
  8. Allow fabric to air dry

Plush, Coral

We recommend dry cleaning our Plush, Coral fabric. You may also wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash separately for best results, and as seldom as possible to preserve the performance finish. Wipe spills immediately and spot clean as necessary with natural soap and water. 

Puddle Proof, Dove

We recommend dry cleaning our Puddle Proof, Dove fabric. You may also wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash separately for best results, and as seldom as possible to preserve the performance finish. Wipe spills immediately and spot clean as necessary with natural soap and water. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes. 

Rattans

We recommend dry cleaning our Rattan fabric line. You may also wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle Wash and Hang Dry. Wash separately for best results, and as seldom as possible to preserve the performance finish. Wipe spills immediately and spot clean as necessary with natural soap and water. Please note, this fabric's performance finish will begin to fade after 10 washes. 

Ringos

We recommend dry cleaning our Ringo fabric line when necessary.

 

Linen Fabrics

Belgian Linens

Professional washing is always an easy labor-free option. We recommend this for larger slipcovers that might not fit well in a home washing machine. That being said, one of our favorite things about our linen is that it is easily cleanable at home as long as you follow the proper steps!  Please be sure to wash with like colors. We recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. Our Belgian Linen line is pre-shrunk. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

The key rules of cleaning linen:
  • No enzymes in your detergent
  • Use double the water

    Washing Linen:

    • Place your slipcover (fully zipped) into your laundry machine. Please make sure you do not wash it with anything else, and that you do not overload the machine. Linen absorbs a lot of water and needs sufficient room to wash properly.
    • Use cool water, up to 100 degrees F
    • Use detergent without enzymes or whiteners. Enzymes will wear down your fabric and eventually cause holes.

    Pro tip: Always make sure your slipcover is properly serged inside before washing. Coley Home serges all of our slipcovers, but not all companies take care to do this step in the sewing process! If a slipcover is not properly finished, it might fall apart in the wash.

    Drying Linen:

    • Tumble dry on low until the slipcover is partially dried.
    • While the slipcover is still partially damp, place the slipcover back on the piece or hang dry. Ironing the fabric will help the fabric grow and give a more tailored “like new” look.

    Pro tip: If you accidentally shrink your slipcover too much, wash it again and the linen will grow again. Ironing will also help the slipcover grow.

    Spot Cleaning:

    For small spills and spots, you can spot clean by following these steps below: 

    • Treat the spot as quickly as possible
    • Soak up all the liquid with a paper towel. Rewet the spot with water and repeat.
    • If needed, dab a tiny amount of dish soap onto a wet cloth and continue to press into the spot. Do not rub!
    • Never use bleach, spot pens, detergents with enzymes or harsh cleaners. Never rub your fabric.

    Comos

    As linen is a natural performance fabric, we recommend dry cleaning or machine washing on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

    The key rules of cleaning linen:

    • No enzymes in your detergent
    • Use double the water

    Reynolds

    Our Reynolds Linens are pigment-dyed fabrics, so we recommend dry cleaning for best results. That being said, one of our favorite things about our linen is that it is easily cleanable at home as long as you follow the proper steps!  Please be sure to wash with like colors. We recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

    The key rules of cleaning linen:
    • No enzymes in your detergent
    • Use double the water

      Washing Linen:

      • Place your slipcover (fully zipped) into your laundry machine. Please make sure you do not wash it with anything else, and that you do not overload the machine. Linen absorbs a lot of water and needs sufficient room to wash properly.
      • Use cool water, up to 100 degrees F
      • Use detergent without enzymes or whiteners. Enzymes will wear down your fabric and eventually cause holes.

      Pro tip: Always make sure your slipcover is properly serged inside before washing. Coley Home serges all of our slipcovers, but not all companies take care to do this step in the sewing process! If a slipcover is not properly finished, it might fall apart in the wash.

      Drying Linen:

      • Tumble dry on low until the slipcover is partially dried.
      • While the slipcover is still partially damp, place the slipcover back on the piece or hang dry. Ironing the fabric will help the fabric grow and give a more tailored “like new” look.

      Pro tip: If you accidentally shrink your slipcover too much, wash it again and the linen will grow again. Ironing will also help the slipcover grow.

      Spot Cleaning:

      For small spills and spots, you can spot clean by following these steps below: 

      • Treat the spot as quickly as possible
      • Soak up all the liquid with a paper towel. Rewet the spot with water and repeat.
      • If needed, dab a tiny amount of dish soap onto a wet cloth and continue to press into the spot. Do not rub!
      • Never use bleach, spot pens, detergents with enzymes or harsh cleaners. Never rub your fabric.

       

      Cotton Blend Fabrics

      Italian Blends

      We recommend dry cleaning our Italian Blend fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Bamboo, Red Rocks

      We recommend dry cleaning our Bamboo, Red Rocks fabric. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Blooms

      We recommend dry cleaning our Bloom fabric line. If you do need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Botanical, French Blue

      We recommend dry cleaning our Botanical, French Blue fabric. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Bungalow, Marine

      We recommend dry cleaning our Bungalow, Marine fabric. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Ditsys

      We recommend dry cleaning our Ditsy fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Frenchies

      We recommend dry cleaning our Frenchie fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Herons

      We recommend dry cleaning our Heron fabric line. If you need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Jackson, Stone

      We recommend dry cleaning our Jackson, Stone fabric. If you need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Mosaics

      We recommend dry cleaning our Mosaic fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Palm, Citrine

      We recommend dry cleaning our Palm, Citrine fabric. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Pinstripes

      We recommend dry cleaning our Pinstripe fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

      Sugar, Lemonade

      We recommend dry cleaning our Sugar, Lemonade fabric. If you need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Teddy, Stripe

      We recommend dry cleaning our Teddy, Stripe fabric. If you need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Tic Tac Toe, Natural

      We recommend dry cleaning our Tic Tac Toe, Natural fabric. If you need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Tickings

      We recommend dry cleaning our Ticking fabric line. You may also machine wash on Cold + Gentle Spin Cycle and Hang Dry. Please be sure to wash with like colors. We also recommend separating natural fabrics from synthetic fabrics. We recommend front-loading washing machines, as top-load spindle may be rough on a slipcover.

       

      Luxury Textiles

      Emmys

      We recommend dry cleaning our Emmy fabric line. If you do need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.

      Faux Shearling

      We recommend spot cleaning with a water-based shampoo or foam upholstery cleaner.

      Hair on Hide

      For Hair on Hide, vacuum gently in the direction of the hair, using a hose and soft brush attachment. Blot spills immediately with a clean, dry cloth. Then, spot clean as needed using a warm, damp cloth and mild soap. Avoid harsh cleaning products as these could fade or damage the cowhide.

      Mohairs

      For our Mohair line, vacuum gently in the direction of the hair, using a hose and soft brush attachment. Blot spills immediately with a clean, absorbent cloth. Then, spot clean as needed using a warm, damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid harsh cleaning products as these could damage the mohair. Let fabric dry completely before using the furniture. 

      Swiss, White

      We recommend dry cleaning our Swiss, White fabric. If you do need to spot clean, please use a mild, non-biological detergent and gently rub the spot with a clean cloth.