CARE ADVICE

Care Guide for Your by Crea Furniture

Care Guide for Your by Crea Furniture

Welcome to the by Crea community. Every piece we craft is made with intention, precision, and a dedication to timeless design. To help you preserve the beauty and durability of your furniture, we’ve created this care guide tailored to your specific materials and product types. Follow these recommendations to ensure your furniture lasts for generations to come.

Welcome to the by Crea community. Every piece we craft is made with intention, precision, and a dedication to timeless design. To help you preserve the beauty and durability of your furniture, we’ve created this care guide tailored to your specific materials and product types. Follow these recommendations to ensure your furniture lasts for generations to come.

General Furniture Care
  • Always place furniture indoors unless explicitly designed for outdoor use.
  • Avoid direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations.
  • Use coasters, placemats, and trivets to prevent damage on wooden furniture.
  • Clean spills immediately with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Always place furniture indoors unless explicitly designed for outdoor use.
  • Avoid direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations.
  • Use coasters, placemats, and trivets to prevent damage on wooden furniture.
  • Clean spills immediately with a soft, dry cloth.

CARE BY MATERIAL

CARE BY MATERIAL

Solid Oak Wood

Used in: All wooden furniture

  • Cleaning: Use a slightly damp microfiber cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or excessive water.
  • Maintenance: Not much maintenance is needed. Normal cleaning and removing dust will help increase longevity. If your furniture starts to look dull or worn after years, lightly sand the surface and apply a coat of natural, non-toxic wood oil suitable for solid oak.
  • Prevention: Avoid placing hot or wet objects directly on the surface. Use pads or felt under items that may scratch. Avoid direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations.

Used in: All wooden furniture

  • Cleaning: Use a slightly damp microfiber cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or excessive water.
  • Maintenance: Not much maintenance is needed. Normal cleaning and removing dust will help increase longevity. If your furniture starts to look dull or worn after years, lightly sand the surface and apply a coat of natural, non-toxic wood oil suitable for solid oak.
  • Prevention: Avoid placing hot or wet objects directly on the surface. Use pads or felt under items that may scratch. Avoid direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations.
Power-coated Steel

Used in: All steel furniture

  • Cleaning: Wipe with a damp cloth using mild soap and water. Dry immediately to avoid water spots.
  • Maintenance: Minimal maintenance is needed. Normal cleaning and removing dust will help increase longevity.
  • Prevention: Avoid abrasive scrubbers and harsh cleaners.

Used in: All steel furniture

  • Cleaning: Wipe with a damp cloth using mild soap and water. Dry immediately to avoid water spots.
  • Maintenance: Minimal maintenance is needed. Normal cleaning and removing dust will help increase longevity.
  • Prevention: Avoid abrasive scrubbers and harsh cleaners.
Vegan Leather

300,000 Martindale

300,000 Martindale

  • Cleaning: Wipe down with a damp cloth. Use a mild soap solution if needed. Do not saturate.
  • Prevention: Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can cause fading. Do not use solvents or ammonia-based products.
  • Cleaning: Wipe down with a damp cloth. Use a mild soap solution if needed. Do not saturate.
  • Prevention: Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can cause fading. Do not use solvents or ammonia-based products.
Velvet Fabric
  • Cleaning: Vacuum gently using a soft brush attachment. For stains, blot gently with lukewarm water.
  • Brushing: Use a soft velvet brush to restore the pile.
  • Caution: Do not rub or scrub as it may damage the fibers.
  • Cleaning: Vacuum gently using a soft brush attachment. For stains, blot gently with lukewarm water.
  • Brushing: Use a soft velvet brush to restore the pile.
  • Caution: Do not rub or scrub as it may damage the fibers.
Bouclé Fabric
  • Cleaning: Vacuum regularly using a soft brush head. For spills, blot immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
  • Deep Clean: Professional upholstery cleaning recommended.
  • Cleaning: Vacuum regularly using a soft brush head. For spills, blot immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
  • Deep Clean: Professional upholstery cleaning recommended.
Dekton Stone
  • Everyday cleaning: Wipe with a soft, non‑abrasive sponge, warm water, and a neutral pH cleaner or mild soap.
  • Rinse & dry: After cleaning, rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth or kitchen roll to remove all soap residue.
  • Stubborn stains: For lime or cement, remove mineral deposits with a mild acid cleaner and rinse. For grease or oil, use an alkaline detergent or degreaser. For wine or food stains, apply a neutral detergent or specialized cleaner such as Q‑Action, lightly scrub in a circular motion for 1–2 minutes, then rinse. For wax, ink, adhesive, or paint, use solvents like acetone, alcohol, or lacquer thinner. For rust or limescale, use acidic cleaners such as vinegar or commercial rust removers.
  • Precautions: Avoid exposure to hydrofluoric acid, abrasive cleaners or sponges, metal scouring pads, and direct flame.
  • Everyday cleaning: Wipe with a soft, non‑abrasive sponge, warm water, and a neutral pH cleaner or mild soap.
  • Rinse & dry: After cleaning, rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth or kitchen roll to remove all soap residue.
  • Stubborn stains: For lime or cement, remove mineral deposits with a mild acid cleaner and rinse. For grease or oil, use an alkaline detergent or degreaser. For wine or food stains, apply a neutral detergent or specialized cleaner such as Q‑Action, lightly scrub in a circular motion for 1–2 minutes, then rinse. For wax, ink, adhesive, or paint, use solvents like acetone, alcohol, or lacquer thinner. For rust or limescale, use acidic cleaners such as vinegar or commercial rust removers.
  • Precautions: Avoid exposure to hydrofluoric acid, abrasive cleaners or sponges, metal scouring pads, and direct flame.
Caesarstone

Only used in Vera candle holders.

  • Everyday cleaning: Use a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
  • Maintenance: Avoid bleach or high-pH cleaners.

Only used in Vera candle holders.

  • Everyday cleaning: Use a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
  • Maintenance: Avoid bleach or high-pH cleaners.

ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS TIPS

ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS TIPS

At by Crea, we believe sustainability and longevity go hand-in-hand. Our handcrafted Scandinavian furniture is built to last for generations, and caring for it responsibly ensures it leaves the lightest possible footprint on the planet.

At by Crea, we believe sustainability and longevity go hand-in-hand. Our handcrafted Scandinavian furniture is built to last for generations, and caring for it responsibly ensures it leaves the lightest possible footprint on the planet.

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products

  • Choose biodegradable and plant-based cleaners that are free from phosphates and harsh chemicals.
  • Avoid aerosol sprays and single-use wipes; opt for refillable bottles and reusable cloths.
  • Choose biodegradable and plant-based cleaners that are free from phosphates and harsh chemicals.
  • Avoid aerosol sprays and single-use wipes; opt for refillable bottles and reusable cloths.

Sustainable Maintenance Practices

Sustainable Maintenance Practices

  • Use natural, low-VOC wood oils and finishes to maintain oak pieces without compromising indoor air quality.
  • Maintain rather than replace: Regular dusting, spot-cleaning, and seasonal oiling help extend the life of each piece.
  • Repair minor damage instead of discarding, contact our team for touch-up kits or replacement parts.
  • Use natural, low-VOC wood oils and finishes to maintain oak pieces without compromising indoor air quality.
  • Maintain rather than replace: Regular dusting, spot-cleaning, and seasonal oiling help extend the life of each piece.
  • Repair minor damage instead of discarding, contact our team for touch-up kits or replacement parts.

Packaging & Recycling

Packaging & Recycling

  • All by Crea packaging is designed with recyclability in mind. Please recycle cardboard, paper, and protective wrapping in accordance with local recycling guidelines.
  • Reuse sturdy packaging materials for storage or moving.
  • All by Crea packaging is designed with recyclability in mind. Please recycle cardboard, paper, and protective wrapping in accordance with local recycling guidelines.
  • Reuse sturdy packaging materials for storage or moving.

Furniture with a Lower Carbon footprint

Furniture with a Lower Carbon footprint

  • All by Crea pieces are handmade in Sweden, reducing transport emissions and supporting local craftsmanship.
  • Materials such as FSC-certified oak, durable vegan leather, and Dekton stone are selected for both performance and low environmental impact.
  • All by Crea pieces are handmade in Sweden, reducing transport emissions and supporting local craftsmanship.
  • Materials such as FSC-certified oak, durable vegan leather, and Dekton stone are selected for both performance and low environmental impact.

Need More Help?

Need More Help?

For specific care questions or to request touch-up kits or cleaning product recommendations, please contact us at info@by-crea.com.

For specific care questions or to request touch-up kits or cleaning product recommendations, please contact us at info@by-crea.com.