Auralex ELiTE Custom Fabric System Cleaning Guide - Manual

ProPanel ™ & ELiTE-CFS ™ Fabric Cleaning Guide
1-800-959-3343 / 317-842-2600
9955 Westpoint Drive, Suite 101, Indianapolis IN USA 46256
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ProPanel & ELiTE-CFS installations utilize the fabric lines of
several manufacturers, which are typically constructed from
100% recycled polyester fiber. This enables easy cleaning and
the ability to keep the fabric looking new for a long period of time.
They are colorfast to common wet and dry cleaning procedures
and are also highly resistant to most spot cleaning solvents.
Because of the very low absorption properties of polyester,
soilage will tend to remain on the fiber surface and can usually
be removed without vigorous treatment.
The finished fabric would be identified by the
Standard Care
Label S_W: Use Water-Based or Solvent Cleaner. Spot clean
this fabric with a dry-cleaning solvent, mild detergent foam or
upholstery shampoo, depending on the stain.
BASIC CLEANING TIPS:
• Always pretest a cleaning agent on a non-visable part of the fabric first to ensure no damage is done to the fabric or
its color. Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for using the cleaning agent.
• Make sure your hands are free from oil or dirt when handling panels, especially if they are light colored and use in a
well ventilated room. Avoid any product which contains Carbon Tetrachloride or other toxic materials.
• Light vacuuming of the fabric with an upholstery or drapery attachment will remove accumulated dust and is also
suggested for preventative maintenance.
• Oil or grease spots will respond to mild solvent or dry cleaning agents.
• Avoid excessive brushing or rubbing to prevent fuzzing of the fabric surface.
• For general dirt and grime, sponging with the foam from a mild detergent or upholstery shampoo should remove the
accumulated stain. Blot the stain with a clean absorbent cloth dampened with the cleaning solution and work from
the outside of the stain to the center. Reapply as necessary.
• Room temperature solution should be sufficient.
• Rinse well with a clean sponge to remove traces of the water-base cleaning agent. Never saturate the fabric with
liquid, use a damp sponge or cloth. Too much liguid could damage the glue bond between the fabric and the panel
core material.
• Fabric will dry quickly after cleaning/rinsing.
• If the fabric in your ELiTE-CFS has overall staining, contact Auralex at 800-959-3343 to order replacement fabric.
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