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Product Care  
MIRRORS
Each La Barge mirror frame is a handcrafted original. Because every item is made by hand, no 2 pieces will be exactly the same. There may be slight variances in the finish and carvings which is very characteristic of hand made products. To care for your La Barge mirror, dust the frame occasionally, but never use wax, cleaning compounds, chemicals, or abrasives that can destroy the finish. We recommend that glass cleaner be applied directly to the cloth used for cleaning and wiped over the mirror. Glass cleaner should never be directly sprayed onto the mirror at the risk of damaging the frame's protective lacquer coating.
 
GLASS TOPS
La Barge glass tops pass rigorous inspection prior to arriving at your local retailer. Occasionally thick glass will include a small blemish just below the surface. This is not a defect, rather it is typical of thick glass and only adds to its character. We recommend that glass cleaner be applied directly to the cloth used for cleaning and wiped over the glass. Glass cleaner directly sprayed onto the glass may result in damage to the table base finish.
 
PAINTED FINISH OR STAINLESS STEEL
Dust occasionally with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or metal polishes. It may result in scratches on painted finishes and stainless steel surfaces.
 

 

BRASS OR BRONZE TABLES
Caring for your La Barge brass or bronze table, while quite simple, varies according to your particular taste. Left to an occasional dusting with a soft, dry cloth, the brass or bronze will gradually darken to a rich patina. This is the natural enhancing characteristic of quality solid brass and bronze. Should you wish to slow the darkening process, however, wax the base every year with a high-quality furniture wax. All brass and bronze tables have been lacquered and waxed as a final step in quality assurance.

 

 
LEATHER TOPPED TABLES
The La Barge leather pieces have a protective coating. However, coasters should be used when setting beverages on the surface. Spills should be wiped up immediately. Care for leather as you would any fine piece of wood furniture by using a paste wax.