Enhance Your Hospitality Venue with Regular Furniture Care & Maintenance

November 07, 2023

Boost your venue’s aesthetic and safety by caring for your furnishings

Where first impressions matter, the appearance of your hospitality venue, including the condition of your furniture, can greatly influence your customers’ perception of your business. Aside from providing a comfortable and welcoming experience, poorly maintained or damaged furniture can be a liability, becoming a health and safety risk.

In this blog, we’ll walk you through our recommended furniture maintenance and care guidelines, covering the most popular materials featured in our range.

Furnlink’s Ultimate Guide to Hospitality Furniture Upkeep

Polypropylene Hospitality Furniture – Care & Maintenance Tips

Some of our most popular products are from our environmentally friendly polypropylene table and polypropylene chairs range. Made from recyclable raw materials, polypropylene products are lightweight, durable, waterproof and UV-stabilised to withstand all weather conditions.

Offering versatility across both indoor and outdoor hospitality spaces, you can furnish your entire venue with polypropylene furniture for a cohesive aesthetic that requires minimal maintenance.

What you’ll need

Mild dish soap or a specialised plastic furniture cleaner
Bucket of warm water for rinsing
Soft sponge or cloth
Lint-free/ microfibre cloths for drying
Optional: Soft bristle toothbrush (for stubborn stains & smaller areas)

Cleaning & caring for your polypropylene furniture

For everyday cleaning, simply wash with mild dish soap and water to remove dirt and dust from all surfaces. You can also use a specialised plastic furniture cleaner.
For a thorough clean, use a soft bristle toothbrush with soap to remove dirt from smaller areas, then rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
For more stubborn stains, spray a non-aggressive universal detergent and leave it for a few minutes before wiping it down with a damp cloth or sponge.

Always rinse your polypropylene furniture thoroughly after cleaning to remove all residue, then use a towel or soft cloth for drying to prevent water spots.

Important: Do not use any abrasive detergents, bleach, acetone or harsh substances that may scratch or damage the surface. Before applying any cleaning solutions, test it on a small, inconspicuous area (e.g. under the seat) to ensure it’s suitable to use.

If you have dark-coloured propylene furniture, you can preserve its colour by placing it in shaded areas and rotating its position.

Timber Hospitality Furniture – Care & Maintenance Tips

A classic and timeless option for any hospitality venue, timber adds effortless character, warmth and charm. Whether it’s caring for your timber chairs, timber stools or timber tabletops, regularly cleaning your timber hospitality furniture will maintain its appearance and durability.

What you’ll need

Soft sponge or lint-free/ microfibre cloth
Mild dish soap or a specialised wood cleaner
Bucket of warm water for rinsing
Optional: Soft bristle toothbrush (for stubborn stains & smaller areas)
Optional: Timber furniture polish or wax

Cleaning & caring for your timber furniture

For general cleaning, dust your timber furniture to remove any loose dirt, dust or debris. Then mix a few drops of dish soap or timber cleaner with warm water and gently wipe down. Rinse with warm water using a damp cloth and dry all surfaces thoroughly to prevent water spots.
For hard-to-reach or smaller areas, use a soft-bristle toothbrush with your cleaning solution and gently scrub. Then follow the steps above for rinsing and drying.
Every now and then, revive your timber furniture by using specialised timber polish or wax to buff the surface and restore its shine.

Important: Do not use any abrasive detergents or harsh chemicals that may scratch or damage the surface. Before applying any cleaning solutions, test it on a small, inconspicuous area (e.g. under the seat) to ensure it’s suitable to use. If in doubt, please refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines and care instructions.

As additional protective measures, consider using coasters, placemats and tablecloths to protect surfaces from stains and heat. With regular cleaning and a quick polish when required, you’ll ensure that your timber hospitality furniture will look its best for years.

Metal Hospitality Furniture – Care & Maintenance Tips

Whether made from steel or aluminium, metal hospitality furniture is designed for long-term durability, resisting wear and tear in high-traffic environments. Easy to maintain and often affordable, metal chairs and metal stools are quick to clean while adding a polished, industrial chic look to your hospitality venue.

Sturdy and weather resistant, you can place your metal hospitality furniture across both indoor and outdoor settings, without worrying about the harsh Australian climate.

What you’ll need

Soft sponge or lint-free/ microfibre cloth
Mild dish soap or a specialised metal cleaner
Bucket of warm water for rinsing
Optional: Soft bristle toothbrush (for stubborn stains & smaller areas)
Optional: Metal polish or wax
Optional: Rust remover

Cleaning & caring for your metal furniture

Before cleaning, remove any loose dirt, dust or debris from the surface. Then create a soapy water mixture with a mild detergent or metal cleaner and gently scrub. Rinse or hose down your furniture to remove all residue and be sure to dry all surfaces thoroughly to prevent water spots.
For hard-to-reach or smaller areas, use a soft-bristle toothbrush with your cleaning solution and gently scrub. Then follow the steps above for rinsing and drying.
Aside from general cleaning, you can restore your metal furniture’s shine by applying a metal polish or wax and buffing it with a clean cloth.
If necessary, you can use a specialised rust remover and a soft brush to gently scrub any rust spots, preventing further corrosion.

Important: Do not use any abrasive detergents, bleach or harsh chemicals that may damage or corrode the metal surface. Before applying any cleaning solutions, do a quick spot test on a small, inconspicuous area (e.g. under the seat) to ensure it’s suitable to use.

For added comfort, you can add chair cushions and pads to your metal chairs, especially during the colder months. Opt for chair cushions with removable covers for easy cleaning when required. With regular upkeep and a buff when required, you’ll extend your metal hospitality furniture’s lifespan.

Fabric Hospitality Furniture – Care & Maintenance Tips

Offering cosy softness and a padded surface, fabric chairs and upholstered furniture can add a luxurious and sleek appearance to match your venue’s interior design. Hospitality-grade fabric furniture is typically designed for easy care and maintenance, resisting general wear and tear over time.

Customisation provides added appeal, allowing you to choose bespoke colours, fabrics and patterns to suit your indoor space.

What you’ll need

Soft sponge and/or colourless, lint-free/ microfibre cloth
Mild dish soap or a specialised fabric cleaner
Warm water
Spray bottle
Vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment

Cleaning & caring for your fabric furniture

Start by using a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment to remove any loose dirt, dust or debris from the surface. Then fill the spray bottle with a soapy water mixture with a mild detergent or fabric cleaner, lightly mist the fabric and gently scrub in a circular motion. Wipe down with a damp clean cloth and absorb all excess moisture before allowing the furniture to dry completely with proper ventilation.
For heavily soiled furniture, and as good practice when required, consider arranging a professional upholstery cleaning service.

Important: Different fabrics will have different recommended cleaning methods, ranging from water-based cleaning to solvent-based and professional cleaning requirements. Please follow all manufacturer’s guidelines for your fabric furniture. Do not use any abrasive or harsh chemicals that may damage or stain the fabric. Before applying any cleaning solutions, do a quick spot test on a small, inconspicuous area (e.g. under the seat) to ensure it’s suitable to use. If in doubt, please engage professional upholstery cleaning services.

With regular maintenance and diligent stain removal, you can keep your fabric hospitality furniture looking sleek and aesthetically pleasing. While hospitality-grade furniture is designed for long-term durability, you may want to consider reupholstering your furniture if the fabric looks worn and faded or has signs of damage or tearing.

Laminate Hospitality Furniture – Care & Maintenance Tips

Widely available and generally affordable, laminate furniture is often a popular choice for hospitality settings. Durable and easy to maintain, high-quality laminate furniture also features appealing qualities like UV-resistance, scratch-resistance and versatile customisations to suit any application.

Some laminates are also made from sustainable and recycled materials, making them an environmentally friendly choice for sustainability-focused hospitality businesses.

What you’ll need

Soft sponge or lint-free/ microfibre cloth
Mild dish soap
Warm water
Soft-bristle toothbrush

Cleaning & caring for your laminate furniture

For a general clean, use a soft cloth to dust all dirt and debris off the surface. Dampen a clean cloth with your mild soapy mixture and gently wipe down the surface, following the direction of any grain patterns if visible. Dampen another clean cloth with warm water to rinse and remove all residue. Do not oversaturate the surface and dry thoroughly.
For stubborn stains or small corners, use a soft-bristle toothbrush to gently scrub. Avoid scratching the laminate. Then follow the rinsing and drying instructions above.

Important: Do not use any abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals that may damage the laminate. Before applying any cleaning solutions, perform a quick spot test on a small, inconspicuous area (e.g. under the seat) to ensure suitability.

In general, laminate furniture is simple and quick to clean. For added protection, consider using coasters, placemats and tablecloths to protect surfaces from stains and heat.

Choose quality, choose Furnlink

While Furnlink’s wholesale hospitality furniture range is designed for premium durability and longevity in busy environments, following regular furniture care and maintenance guidelines can further extend their lifespan.

Protecting your investment for long-term value, caring for your furniture also contributes to overall environmental sustainability. You’ll eliminate the need for frequent replacements and disposals that inevitably end up in landfills.

Partnering with furniture resellers and distributors Australia-wide, Furnlink offers the latest range of wholesale hospitality furniture and we can ship directly to your clients. For more information, learn more about becoming a distributor or get in touch today.