Product Care

Product Care

Saint Objets pieces are built to last decades. Here is how to care for them in UAE conditions so they do.

Performance bouclé

  • Vacuum weekly, soft brush head
  • Spot-clean spills with pH-neutral cleaner and white microfibre, blot, do not rub
  • Professional clean every 12-18 months
  • Keep out of direct long-hour sunlight

Belgian linen

  • Vacuum weekly on low suction
  • Blot spills immediately
  • Professional upholstery clean only
  • Linen softens and lightly creases with use, intended

European vegan leather

  • Wipe weekly with damp soft cloth
  • Marks: mild soap on microfibre, dry with clean cloth
  • No solvents, alcohol wipes, or abrasive pads

OEKO-TEX inner covers (pet furniture)

  • Remove cover via hidden zip
  • Machine-wash 30°C gentle cycle
  • Air-dry or tumble low
  • No bleach

Wood and frame

  • Dust weekly with dry microfibre
  • Damp (not wet) cloth, dry immediately
  • Avoid placing directly under A/C vents

Rugs

  • Vacuum low suction, brush off
  • Rotate every 6 months
  • Professional wool-rug clean every 18-24 months
  • Blot spills, never rub

UAE-specific notes

Humidity cycles 30-70%. Maintain consistent A/C. Weekly dusting matters more in Dubai than in European climates.

Questions about care →

Also see: Materials Guide · FAQ · Delivery UAE

Frequently asked questions

How often should I clean my Saint Objets piece?

Weekly light maintenance, vacuum or wipe depending on fabric, keeps upholstery in condition. Deep or professional clean every 12-18 months for most fabrics. Vegan leather: monthly wipe with a damp cloth is sufficient.

Can I use a steam cleaner?

Not recommended for velvet or bouclé, steam can distort pile and cause shrinkage. Vegan leather can tolerate light steam at distance. Belgian linen: professional upholstery clean only, no steam at home.

My dog scratched the velvet. Can it be repaired?

Light claw marks on velvet can often be brushed out with a velvet brush. Deep tears or pulled seams: contact the studio for upholstery repair. The studio can re-upholster panels on request.

My velvet sofa has faded in one corner from sunlight. What can I do?

Velvet fades under prolonged direct sun. Rotate cushions quarterly if the sofa is in a south or west-facing room. For significant fading, the studio can re-upholster the affected panels, contact the studio with photos for a quote.

Is it safe to clean performance velvet with baby wipes?

Use a clean damp white cloth instead, baby wipes can contain fragrance and pH-altering agents that affect velvet pile over time. Blot, do not rub. Allow to air-dry.