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The instructions for the care and maintenance of Herman Miller Products are provided to you as a service.
No warranty is implied since results may vary.
Materials
Workspace Fabrics
Action Oce
®
, Ambit
™
, Canvas Oce Landscape
™
,
Exclave
™
, Layout Studio
®
, Prospect
™
, Ne v i Li nk
™
, O E1
Workspace
™
, Public Oce Landscape
™
, and Renew Link
™
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not apply water or any liquid solution to the panel cloth.
Wetting the fabric with any liquid solution may result in
permanent damage.
Do not use steam.
If further cleaning is needed, dry-clean or spot clean fabric
with solvent cleaner.
Acoustic Material
PET Workspaces Screen Material
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not apply water or any liquid solution to the panel cloth.
Wetting the fabric with any liquid solution may result in
permanent damage.
Do not use steam.
If further cleaning is needed, dry-clean or spot clean fabric
with solvent cleaner.
Daydream
Wool Blend Workspaces Fabric
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Vacuuming picks up dust and reduces the need for
professional cleaning.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the stain with a so absorbent cloth.
Do not dry the stain completely or it may set.
The longer a stain is allowed to remain on the fabric,
the more dicult it is to remove.
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Textiles Care and Maintenance
With regular care and maintenance, your Herman Miller furniture will provide many years of
superior performance and satisfaction. To maintain the quality of your Herman Miller textiles,
please follow the cleaning procedures outlined here.
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Materials
Seating Fabrics
Aside
®
, Celeste
™
, Eames
®
, Keyn, Lino, Public Oce
Landscape, Sayl
®
, Setu
®
, Swoop
™
Chairs, Verus
™
, and
Cushion Tops
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Do not apply water or any liquid solution.
Wetting the fabric with any liquid solution may result in
permanent damage.
If further cleaning is needed, dry-clean or spot clean fabric with
solvent cleaner.
Balance and Rhythm
Upholstery Fabrics
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Vacuuming picks up dust and reduces the need for professional
cleaning.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the stain with a so absorbent cloth.
Do not dry the stain completely or it may set.
The longer a stain is allowed to remain on the fabric, the more
dicult it is to remove.
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Daydream – Wool Blend Workspaces Fabric
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Water-based and Oil-based Stains
Use a dry cleaning solution applied with a damp clean
cloth or sponge. Guardsman/Aa Dry Cleaning Fluid is
recommended.
Test the cleaning solution on a small, concealed area rst.
If there is no spotting, ringing, or damage to the fabric or
its dyes, apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area with
light, quick strokes.
Begin at the outside of the stain and work toward the
center, being careful not to over-saturate the fabric.
Several light applications are better than one heavy application.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth, avoiding
heavy scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which
can attract soil over time.
Detergent
With caution, a water-based detergent specically
recommended for wool (ex. Woolite) can be used.
Spotting rings and shrinkage can occur with heavy saturation.
Diluting with water will make rinsing easier.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth avoiding heavy
scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which can
attract soil over time.
Do not over apply water or any liquid solution to fabric.
Excessive wetting of the fabric with any liquid solution may result
in permanent damage to the material.
Do not rub too vigorously or you may damage the nap of the
fabric or break bers.
Let fabric dry thoroughly and then vacuum well before using.
If the stain resists cleaning, contact a professional cleaner.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
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Materials
Balance and Rhythm – Upholstery Fabrics
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Water-based Stains
(such as coee, so drinks, fruit juices, or milk)
Use a water-based cleaner (specically made for cleaning fabric)
or a solution of mild (alkaline) warm soapy water (not overly
soapy) applied with a damp clean cloth or sponge.
Work the cleaner into a lather or foam.
Soak up all remaining solution and then use a clean cloth or
sponge dipped in cool water to remove any residue.
Never use hot water; it will set the stain.
Avoid scrubbing.
Oil-based Stains such as lipstick, grease, or salad dressing
Use a dry cleaning solution applied with a damp clean cloth
or sponge.
Test the cleaning solution on a small, concealed area rst.
If there is no spotting, ringing, or damage to the fabric or its
dyes, apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area with light,
quick strokes.
Begin at the outside of the stain and work toward the center,
being careful not to over-saturate the fabric.
KR is also a product that can be used. See product label for
complete instructions.
Do not over apply water or any liquid solution to fabric.
Excessive wetting of the fabric with any liquid solution may
result in permanent damage to the material.
Do not rub too vigorously or you may damage the nap of the
fabric or break bers.
Several light applications are better than one heavy application.
Soak up all remaining solution and then use a clean cloth or
sponge dipped in cool water to remove any residue.
Let fabric dry thoroughly and then vacuum well before using.
If the stain resists cleaning, contact a professional cleaner.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
Ace, Marvel, Sequel, and Summit
High Performance Upholstery Materials
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a rotary
brush.
Do not use steam.
If an area is soiled, wash with a so cloth or so-bristled brush
lathered with mild, non-abrasive soap and lukewarm water.
Before the surface dries, wipe with a clean dry cloth to remove
any residue.
This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt or
stains.
Do not use any cleaning method that is not listed above, as other
methods may attack the material and cause eventual degradation.
Quilty
GreenShield™ Fabric
Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the spill or debris with a clean cloth.
Use a powdered enzyme detergent mixed with warm, clean water
(not overly soapy) applied with a clean damp cloth or sponge.
Be sure to remove all excess soapy water with clear, clean water.
Repeat as needed to remove any residue.
For additional information on GreenShield,
visit www.greenshieldnish.com.
Mercer and Strata
BLOCKaide™ High Performance Upholstery Fabrics
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Vacuuming picks up dust and reduces the need for
professional cleaning.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change
the character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
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Materials
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Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the stain with a so absorbent cloth.
Do not dry the stain completely or it may set.
The longer a stain is allowed to remain on the fabric, the more
dicult it is to remove.
Water-based Stains
(such as coee, so drinks, fruit juices, or milk)
Tide powder detergent diluted in water ( tablespoon per cup
warm water) in the following manner can be used to remove the
stain. A water-based cleaner (specically for cleaning upholstery
fabric) could be used an alternative.
If a plastic spray bottle is used with the Tide detergent mixture,
spray on a cloth and not directly on the fabric.
Using a clean so cloth, work cleaner in a lather or foam.
Brush the stain with light, quick strokes.
Start at the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth, avoiding heavy
scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which can attract
soil over time.
Oil-based Stains
(such as lipstick, grease, or salad dressing)
Use a dry cleaning solution applied with a damp clean cloth or
sponge. Guardsman/Aa Dry Cleaning Fluid is recommended.
Test the cleaning solution on a small, concealed area rst.
If there is no spotting, ringing, or damage to the fabric or its
dyes, apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area with light,
quick strokes.
Begin at the outside of the stain and work toward the center,
being careful not to over-saturate the fabric.
Several light applications are better one heavy application.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth, avoiding heavy
scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which can attract
soil over time.
Bleach
A diluted (:) bleach can be used for infrequent disinfecting,
but it is recommended to avoid its use because it corrodes
metal, damages environmental surfaces, is inactivated by
organic matter, and is toxic.
Products with a pH factor between and are suitable; a
product with a pH of . or higher may damage the textile
integrity.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
Ripple and Splash
3D Knit Upholstery Fabrics
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Do not apply water or any liquid solution.
Wetting the fabric with any liquid solution may result in
permanent damage.
If further cleaning is needed, dry-clean or spot clean fabric with
solvent cleaner.
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Materials
Suspension Materials
8Z Pellicle, AireWeave 2
™
, Cygnus
™
, Duo, Flexnet
™
,
Intercept, Interweave 2, Latitude
™
, Lyris 2
™
, and Network
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed using an upholstery attachment.
Vacuuming picks up dust and reduces the need for professional
cleaning.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the stain with a clean so absorbent cloth.
Do not dry the stain completely or it may set.
The longer a stain is allowed to remain on a fabric, the more
dicult it is to remove.
Water-based Stains
(such as coee, so drinks, fruit juices, or milk)
Use a water-based cleaner (specically made for cleaning fabric)
or a solution of mild (alkaline) warm soapy water (not overly
soapy) applied with a damp clean cloth or sponge.
Work the cleaner into a lather or foam.
Soak up all remaining solution and then use a clean cloth
or sponge dipped in cool water to remove any residue.
Never use hot water; it will set the stain.
Avoid scrubbing.
Oil-based stains
(such as lipstick, grease, or salad dressing)
Use a dry cleaning solution applied with a damp clean cloth
or sponge.
Test the cleaning solution on a small, concealed area rst.
If there is no spotting, ringing, or damage to the fabric or its
dyes, apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area with light,
quick strokes.
Begin at the outside of the stain and work toward the center,
being careful not to over-saturate the fabric.
KR is also a product that can be used. See product label for
complete instructions.
Do not over apply water or any liquid solution to fabric.
Excessive wetting of the fabric with any liquid solution may result
in permanent damage to the material.
Do not rub too vigorously or you may damage the nap of the
fabric or break bers.
Several light applications are better than one heavy application.
Soak up all remaining solution and then use a clean cloth or
sponge dipped in cool water to remove any residue.
Let fabric dry thoroughly and then vacuum well before using.
If the stain resists cleaning, contact a professional cleaning rm.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
Fabric Upholstery
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not apply water or any liquid solution.
Wetting the fabric with any liquid solution may result in
permanent damage.
Do not use steam.
If further cleaning is needed, dry-clean or spot clean fabric
with solvent cleaner.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
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Leather Upholstery
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum or dust frequently with a clean dry cloth.
If leather is soiled, it can be wiped with a so damp cloth using
a lather of any mild soap with lukewarm water.
Do not spot clean leather; clean the entire surface.
Wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a clean so cloth.
Do not use steam.
Spots and Spills
Wipe excess liquid immediately with a clean cloth or sponge; let
the leather air dry.
If further cleaning is necessary, sponge the entire surface—
seat, back, or chair arm—with clean, lukewarm water.
Let the leather air dry; never use a hair dryer or other heat source
to dry leather.
Stubborn Spots and Stains
Apply a mild, nonabrasive soap solution with a clean
wet sponge.
Rinse well and let air dry.
Butter, Oil, or Grease
Wipe the leather with a clean dry cloth and let the remainder
of the oil dissipate into the leather.
Do not apply water or try to wash a grease spot.
Do not use saddle soap, cleaning solvents, oils, furniture
polishes, varnishes, abrasive cleaners, detergents, or ammonia
on leather; they will ruin the nish, causing it to become sticky
and cracked.
If the stain remains, contact a professional cleaner.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
Vinyl Upholstery
Sequel
Normal Cleaning
Wash vinyl with a so cloth or so-bristled brush lathered with
mild, nonabrasive soap and lukewarm water.
Before the surface dries, wipe with a clean dry cloth to remove
any residue.
This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt
or stains.
Ink spots can sometimes be removed by washing with soap
and water followed by isopropyl alcohol.
Do not use steam.
Do not use any cleaning method that is not listed above, as other
methods may attack the vinyl and cause eventual degradation.
Wool Upholstery
Cozy and Daydream
Wool Fabric and Wool Blend Fabric
To remove excess bers, simply brush o bers with a so
clothing brush in one direction using short strokes.
These excess bers have absolutely no eect on the life of
the fabric or its long-term appearance.
Normal Cleaning
Vacuum fabric as needed, using an upholstery attachment.
Vacuuming picks up dust and reduces the need for professional
cleaning.
Do not brush fabric or use a vacuum attachment with a
rotary brush.
Brushing may permanently damage the nap or change the
character of the fabric.
Do not use steam.
Spot Cleaning
Immediately soak up the stain with a so absorbent cloth.
Do not dry the stain completely or it may set.
The longer a stain is allowed to remain on the fabric, the more
dicult it is to remove.
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Materials
Cozy and Daydream – Wool Fabric and Wool Blend Fabric
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Water-based and Oil-based Stains
Use a dry cleaning solution applied with a damp clean cloth
or sponge. Guardsman/Aa Dry Cleaning Fluid is recommended.
Test the cleaning solution on a small, concealed area rst.
If there is no spotting, ringing, or damage to the fabric or its
dyes, apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area with light,
quick strokes.
Begin at the outside of the stain and work toward the center,
being careful not to over-saturate the fabric.
Several light applications are better than one heavy application.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth, avoiding heavy
scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which can attract
soil over time.
Detergent
With caution, a water-based detergent specically
recommended for wool (ex. Woolite) can be used.
Diluting with water will make rinsing easier.
Rinse area thoroughly with a clean damp cloth, avoiding heavy
scrubbing, to remove cleaning solution residue which can attract
soil over time.
Do not over apply water or any liquid solution to fabric.
Spotting rings and shrinkage can occur with heavy saturation.
Excessive wetting of the fabric with any liquid solution may result
in permanent damage to the material.
Do not rub too vigorously or you may damage the nap of the
fabric or break bers.
Let fabric dry thoroughly and then vacuum well before using.
If the stain resists cleaning, contact a professional cleaner.
Large Areas
If large areas are soiled, contact a professional cleaning rm.
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® Y, Z, Action Oce, Ambi, Aside, Eames, Ergon 3, Equa 2, Ethospace, Exclave,
Pellicle, and Sayl are among the registered trademarks of Herman Miller, Inc.
® Crypton
is a registered trademark of Crypton, Inc.
™ AireWeave 2, Canvas Oce Landscape, Cygnus, Embody, Latitude, Lyris 2, Prospect, and
Swoop are among the trademarks of Herman Miller, Inc.
™ FLEXNET is among the trademarks of Milliken, Inc.
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