Here are practical, easy-to-follow tips to maintain your bedroom set furniture—including storage bed, footboard, dresser, mirror, chest, and nightstand—useful for pieces from ARV Furniture in Mississauga, Ontario, or any quality wood/engineered-wood furniture.

✅ General Care for All Bedroom Furniture
1. Dust Regularly
Use a soft microfiber cloth to prevent scratches.
Dust at least once a week.

2. Avoid Direct Sunlight
Continuous exposure can cause fading and discoloration.
Use curtains/blinds or position furniture away from windows.

3. Control Humidity
Ideal indoor humidity: 40–55%.
Mississauga weather fluctuates—use a humidifier in winter and dehumidifier in humid summers to prevent wood from cracking or swelling.

4. Lift, Don’t Drag
When moving dressers, nightstands, or chests, always lift to avoid damaging both the furniture legs and your flooring.

🛏️ Storage Bed & Footboard Maintenance
5. Clean Under the Bed
Vacuum under and inside the storage area monthly.
Dust and debris can cause rails to loosen.

6. Lubricate Moving Parts
If your storage bed has metal hinges or gas lifts, apply a light lubricant every 6 months.

7. Check Screws & Hardware
Tighten bolts, slats, and hinges twice a year to ensure stability.

🪞 Dresser, Chest & Nightstand Care
8. Use Coasters & Mats
Always place coasters under drinks.
Use mats under perfumes, creams, and jewelry trays to avoid chemical stains or scratches.

9. Don’t Overload Drawers
Avoid stuffing drawers or putting heavy objects at the back.
Overloading leads to:
Warped drawer bottoms
Loose drawer tracks
Misaligned slides

10. Clean Drawer Tracks
Wipe drawer rails with a dry cloth every few months.
For metal tracks: apply a small amount of silicone spray.

🪞 Mirror Maintenance
11. Use Glass Cleaner Properly
Spray the cleaner onto the cloth, not directly on the mirror—this prevents liquid from seeping behind the frame.

12. Check for Loose Mounting Screws
Tighten the screws or brackets connecting the mirror to the dresser at least once a year.

🧽 Cleaning Products to Use
Recommended
Microfiber cloth
Mild wood cleaner (or water + a few drops of dish soap)
Silicone lubricant (for moving parts)
Leather conditioner (if your headboard is upholstered)

Avoid
Ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners (can strip wood finish)
Abrasive scrubbers
Excess water

🛡️ Extra Protection Tips
13. Use Felt Pads
Add felt pads under lamps, décor, and accessories to prevent scratches.

14. Keep Pets’ Nails Trimmed
Prevents accidental scratching on wood and upholstered areas.

15. Rotate Items Regularly
Shift vases, lamps, and décor pieces every few months to avoid uneven fading or surface indentations.

If you’d like, I can also provide:
✅ A printable maintenance checklist
✅ Care tips specific to solid wood, veneer, or engineered wood
✅ Advice for ARV Furniture product types or materials you have