Care and Maintenance

Wood Surfaces

First dust with a clean, dry soft cloth to remove any foreign particles and dust present on the surface. Next, a slightly damp cloth should be used to clean the surface, followed by a dry soft cloth to remove the excess moisture. At no time should any abrasives ever be used in an effort to remove dirt etc., nor should any moisture be allowed to stand on wood surfaces. Furniture polishes are not recommended.

In addition to the above, consideration should be given to the humidity levels in your home and office environment where fine wood products are found. Keeping humidity at an even level as much as possible throughout the year will greatly extend the life of the natural wood products.

Plastic Laminates

Using a clean, damp, non-abrasive cloth and a mild liquid detergent or household cleaner, wipe the surface in a circular motion. Once the surface has been wiped clean, rinse with clear water and dry with a non-abrasive cloth.

Please take care not to flood the laminate, especially near seams- water can penetrate and cause the substrate to swell.

Finger Print Resistant Plastic Laminate

Cleaning Nienkämper Finger Print Resistant Plastic Laminate (FPR) means cleaning its structure. It is recommended the surfaces are cleaned with a soft cloth or melamine sponge in combination with a mild detergent, household cleaner or even in extreme cases a solvent like acetone*. To avoid damaging the structure, do not scrub it with abrasive cream, a scouring pad or any type of hard brush; in the long term, this might lead to a glossy spot on your matt surface.

As a final step always rinse afterward with warm water and wipe dry with a clean cloth.  Please take care not to flood the laminate, especially near seams- water can penetrate and cause the substrate to swell.
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*Always use solvents as directed and test in small inconspicuous locations.

Engineered Caesar Stone

For daily care, we recommend using mild, non-abrasive soaps and water. Dawn or 50/50 mix of Vinegar and water are great for daily cleanup.  

Disinfecting Counters
Lysol wipes, disinfectant spray, and rubbing alcohol 60% or greater can be used for disinfecting. Bleach must be diluted before using  

Other Stains
For harder to remove stains, we recommend using the Vim Cream or Bar Keepers Friend cleaner.Includes stains such as: food coloring, herbs and spices, red wine, mustard, coffee/tea, fruits, ink, markers, paint, print from supermarket bags, hair shampoo, medical creams, make-up, olive oil, canola oil, machine oils. Because of the abrasive nature of this cleaner, place a small amount on a damp paper towel or clean cloth. Using light pressure, wipe the area in a circular motion where the marks are, rinsing thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft cloth or paper towel. For more stubborn stains, allow the cleaner to sit on the surface no more than a minute and do not allow to dry. This is for special spot cleaning only. Do not use a scouring pad.

Powder Coated Paint

To clean powder-coated surfaces, start with mild soap and water and a soft cloth or sponge. For tougher stains, consider using a diluted solution of a mild detergent or even a specialized solvent like Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) or methylated spirits, but always test a small, inconspicuous area first. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, and excessive scrubbing, as these can damage the powder coating.

Anodized & Polished Aluminum

Much like painted surfaces, an anodized finish should be cleaned using mild soap solutions. Products that are safe for use with bare hands including most commercial cleaning products can be safely used. The cleaning solution should be applied with a soft cloth, sponge or brush. Avoid abrasives and the use of strong acid or alkali cleaners.

Leather

When cleaning Nienkämper leathers, use a soft clean damp cloth and a mild solution of non detergent soap, such as Ivory or Palmolive, to wash the item. The cloth must be damp, not dripping wet. Dry with a clean soft cloth, blotting any excess moisture away. Leave to dry naturally, do not use heat to dry the surface. A thorough cleaning with a fine leather milk product is recommended on an annual basis to add natural oils to the leather to keep it soft and supple.

In time all leather takes on a patina and spills generally blend into the leather giving a piece of furniture a personal character. Whenever a more serious accident occurs, please contact a leather care specialist.

Nienkämper is universally known for its exquisite craftsmanship in leather furniture. Nienkämper leather on Nienkämper furniture offers you and your clients the highest quality of materials as well as favorable pricing. Verde leather is available as COL sold to the nearest half hide. Grano leather is available for Nienkämper furniture only.

Neather

When cleaning Nienkämper Neathers, use a soft clean damp (not dripping wet) cloth and a mild solution of 10% mild soap and water. Once surface has been cleaned, rinse thouroghly with a damp (not dripping) cloth and clear water. Dry with a clean soft cloth. Do not use heat to dry the surface.
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Flex Knit Fabric

Flex Knit Fabrics are colorfast to both water-based and solvent-based cleaning solutions and may be cleaned with all conventional upholstery cleaning systems. Please note that it is critical all power sorces are disconnected prior to any cleaning as to avoid electrical shock and or damage to sensitive electronics.

For most water-based stains, a clean, absorbent cloth dampened with a detergent solution (e.g., 1 teaspoon laundry detergent/1-pint warm water) should be applied to the stain. Before applying the solution, carefully scrape away any dried-on materials. Blot the fabric with the treated cloth, working from the outer edge of the stained area moving inward. In order to effectively remove the stain, replace the cleaning cloth frequently. Rinse well with clear water, and dry the fabric as quickly as practical. Avoid over-wetting the fabric with cleaning fluid or water so as not to damage underlying materials and electrical components: several light applications of cleaning solution are preferred.

Oil-based stains may be treated in a similar manner, substituting a volatile solvent-based cleaner for the detergent solution.