Maintaining and Cleaning Your Custom Wardrobe in Newcastle
A tailored wardrobe fitout is a wonderful addition to have in your home and one that’s worth protecting with regular care and maintenance. Nova Team provides custom built-in wardrobes in Newcastle, Beresfield and surrounding areas in New South Wales. Here, we offer tips on organising and cleaning wardrobe spaces to ensure they offer the long term functionality you look for in this essential home feature.
Empty Out and Organise Your Wardrobe
The first step is to empty out all the shelves and drawers in your wardrobe so you have full visibility and access to every surface you need to clean. This is also a good opportunity to reorganise your belongings and purge any items you no longer need.
Take this chance to donate or sell items you don’t use and get rid of any clutter that might have accumulated if you’re the type to maintain a miscellaneous or “junk” drawer. A good approach to keeping your custom wardrobe organised going forward is to categorise belongings based on their use, for example, formal/casual wear and seasonal clothing.
Regular Dusting and Surface Cleaning
Start the cleaning process by removing any dust with a soft, microfibre cloth to gently wipe away surface contaminants while avoiding scratching the finish. In most wardrobes, this dusting process typically accounts for most of the cleaning process, allowing you to get rid of accumulated dirt as well as hair, lint and other contaminants.
Next, you’ll want to wipe down surfaces with a damp cloth. Use a small amount of mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid, if needed but avoid any harsh detergents that could risk damaging the surface finish. Avoid using an excess amount of water as well, since moisture is the last thing we want in an enclosed closet space. Wipe down surfaces again with a dry cloth following the wet one to get rid of any excess moisture.
Wardrobe Cleaner for Different Materials
The appropriate wardrobe cleaner often depends on the material your custom wardrobe is made from. The topmost surface layer on many wardrobes consist of laminate. Mild, soapy water is plenty for these situations. The same goes for varnished or sealed wooden wardrobes. You can also explore commercial wood cleaners, but ensure they are safe for the specific type of wood your wardrobe is made from.
Melamine surfaces are also common and can benefit from a wipe down with warm, soapy water on a damp cloth followed by a streak-free glass cleaner to achieve a nice shine and smooth appearance. Ensure you apply cleaning products onto the cloth rather than directly on the surface you’re cleaning. If your custom wardrobe features supa white glass or mirror sliding doors, follow the same process of a dry wipe down, mild soapy wipe down, glass cleaner and a dry microfibre wipe down to finish.
Caring for Custom Hardware
When cleaning any custom hardware, such as handles, hinges and drawer pulls, ensure you check what materials they are made of and follow best practice on how to safely clean them without causing damage or issues like rust. This is also a good opportunity to check for issues like loose screws and minor scratches. If you’re concerned about any damage, get in touch with your custom wardrobe builder for specific tips or services regarding touch ups and repairs.
Custom Wardrobe Fitout Solutions in Newcastle
Nova Team specialises in custom built-in wardrobes in Newcastle, Beresfield and surrounding areas in New South Wales. Call us today on contact us online for help with installations, repairs or more tips on cleaning wardrobe spaces.