Chilewich - Placemat Care Instructions

Because Chilewich placemats and runners are created using a variety of techniques, finishes and enhancing details, different styles require different types of care. Please follow these guidelines to keep your Chilewich placemats/runners clean and maintain their original appearance.
All Chilewich placemats should be stored flat. Do not fold placemats or allow them to crease. Hot objects may damage your placemat/runner. Please exercise caution and use a trivet to protect your placemat/runner from excessive heat.

 

Woven styles: Bamboo, Basketweave,Bay Weave, Beam, Bouclé, Chroma, Color Tempo, Heddle, Kimono, Kite, Lattice, Mesa, Mini Basketweave, Mosaic, Ombré, Origami, Pebble, Pickstitch, Pop, Prism, Quill, Quilted, Rhythm, Rib Weave, Sampler, Signal, Strike, Tango, Thatch, Wabi Sabi, Wave, and Woodgrain.

  • To clean, simply wipe with soap, water and a soft sponge or cloth. Standard antibacterial cleanser can also be used. Rinse with clean water and air dry.
  • Scrub stubborn stains with a soft bristle-brush and a bleach-based cleanser. This will remove the stain without altering the fabric. Rinse with clean water and air dry.
  • Machine washing or dishwasher use is not recommended.
  • More permanent stains may result when certain foods or liquids (e.g. tomato, hot pepper sauce, turmeric) are left on the placemat or runner for long periods before cleaning. This is more likely to occur with lighter-color textiles. Make sure to remove such spills quickly.


Whistle, Harp, Interlace, Thistle and Trellis:

  • To clean, simply wipe with soap, water and a soft sponge or cloth. Standard antibacterial cleanser can also be used. Rinse with clean water and air dry.
  • Remove stubborn stains with a soft sponge and a bleach-based cleanser. Rinse with clean water and air dry. This will remove the stain without altering the fabric. Do not aggressively scrub.
  • Machine washing or dishwasher use is not recommended.
  • More permanent stains may result when certain foods or liquids (e.g. tomato, hot pepper sauce, turmeric) are left on the placemat or runner for long periods before cleaning. This is more likely to occur with lighter-color textiles. Make sure to remove such spills mats quickly.


Non-Woven Styles (metallic colors) – Dahlia, Kaleidoscope, Sea Lace, Petal, Pinwheel and The Modern:

  • Top layer metallic foil may be damaged if treated with rough sponges/brushes, harsh soaps or chemicals. Clean using warm water, mild soap and a clean soft sponge. Rinse well and air dry.
  • Avoid cleaning agents that contain bleach, ammonia, household alcohol or other harsh ingredients.
  • To sanitize, wipe with white vinegar and a clean non-abrasive sponge or lint-free cloth. Rinse well and air dry.
  • Machine washing or dishwasher use is not recommended.


Metallic Lace:

  • Top layer metallic foil may be damaged if treated with rough sponges/brushes, harsh soaps or chemicals. Clean using warm water and a clean soft sponge. Air dry.
  • Avoid cleaning agents that contain ammonia, household alcohol or other harsh ingredients.
  • Machine washing or dishwasher use is not recommended.
  • If you are using Metallic Lace as part of permanent table décor, make sure to lift and move it occasionally and wipe clean the surface underneath.


John Derian Collection, Market Fringe, Hopscotch, Flora, and Sakiori:

  • To clean, simply wipe with soap, water and a soft sponge/cloth. Rinse well and air dry.
  • Do not aggressively scrub.
  • Use of bleach and ammonia-based cleaning agents is not recommended.
  • Machine washing or dishwasher use is not recommended.
  • More permanent stains may result when certain foods or liquids (e.g. tomato, hot pepper, turmeric) are left on the placemat for a longer period before cleaning. Make sure to remove such stains immediately.
  • If improperly stored, creases may appear. To straighten the creases, place a damp cotton or linen cloth over the mat (make sure that the cloth covers the mat entirely) and iron straight with a hot iron. This will not damage the fabric of the mat.