Vaaree’s Inside Scoop On Home-Care Tips
Well, now that we have your attention let's unravel the journey of you becoming a pro in taking care of things that make your home feel like your home. We know being a pro at taking care of things doesn’t have to be consuming, it has to be simple and easy which is why we have come to your rescue. So Let’s begin.
Towel Pro Care Tips
Oh! Taking care of something that’s been there taking care of you in your sad & happy times has never been easier.
While towels come in different sizes and shapes and materials, some are fluffy and comfy some are flat and simple. We have cracked on what it takes to be professional caregivers for these babies.
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Type Of Towels |
Wash Instructions |
Care Instructions |
Vaaree’s Pro-Tip |
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Fluffy Towels |
Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours & whites separately. |
Do not wash more than 1-2 towels at one go in the machine, soak it for 10-15 mins before washing it in the machine. |
Add a few drops of vinegar/baking soda once in a while, when you are washing your towels. It keeps your towels fluffy and fresh. |
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Flat/Gamcha Towels |
Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Flat towels are the easiest to maintain, just keep in mind to wash dark colours & Whites separately. |
To prevent discoloration and staining, never use products that claim to whiten, brighten, or disinfect, such as bleach, household cleaners. |
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Hand/Face Towels |
Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Always keep hand face towels rolled up when in your washroom and inside a bag when not in use. |
Wash hand and face towels often, do not use bleach. Remove the damp smell in towels by adding a dash of vinegar while washing. |
Cushions, Throws & Cushion Fillers Pro Care Tips
While we all can agree to not disagree over the fact of how cushions are those magical beings that adds comfort & style to any space in our home, and that they can add just the right of quirk. But these teensy-tiny things that give you comfort and are your buddies to slouch on when you’re just Netflixing and chilling also need someone to take care of them right?
While different types of cushions can need different types of attention and care we have solved it for you in the table below.
Throws- While you can neatly tuck it onto your sofa, wear it like a cape and feel empowered, spread it for a picnic day out, create a cozy fort or hideaway on your low days, or wrap yourselves like a burrito. We are no one to tell you how to use your throw, you do you buddy! But you’d be shocked to know how easy-peasy it is to take care of such a versatile character just lying there for your attention.
Cushion Filler- Who do you think is giving you that cozy, comfortable feeling wrapped under that pretty cover, it's the hero we rarely talk about the one who supports all your judgment the one who has your back in the real sense it’s the fillers that are often taken for granted. And we got our fillers back and so should you refer to the table of how to make them feel loved and accepted?
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Product Type |
Wash Instruction |
Care Instruction |
Vaaree Pro Tip |
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Tufted Cushion |
Check the product wash label. It's better to always dry clean your tufted cushions to make them stay longer. |
Comb the tassel/fringes part of the cushions gently with fingers after every wash. |
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Printed Cushion |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Don’t brush too hard |
Wash dark colours separately, Do not wring after wash. |
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Woven Cushion |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Keep Away from fine/sharp edges. |
Wash the cushion cover inside out, on a very low spin to keep the weaves intact. |
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Embroidered Cushion |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Keep Away from fine/sharp edges. |
Wash the cushion cover inside out, on a very low spin to keep the embroidery intact. |
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Throws |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Do not pull or stretch too much which can distort the shape of the throw. |
Do not tumble dry to avoid shrinkage.Never use bleach, which can weaken and yellow the fabric fibres.
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Cushion Fillers |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Read care instructions of the product as it varies across materials. |
Plump daily to maintain the loft. |
Bedding Pro Care Tips
Now, wait, won’t you want to take care of the thing that has always had your ‘back’? Be it your post-breakup stories or your back pain, your bed has witnessed all of your tales. To make it more capable and last you through many other odds of your life, taking care of your bedding is as important as taking care of your grooming needs! Let's look through a few of the pro tips to guide you through a smooth ‘bed-care’ journey.
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Types of Bedding |
Wash Instructions |
Care Instructions |
Vaaree Pro Tip |
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Bedsheet |
Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Hang or tumble dry away from high heat to avoid shrinkage or discoloration. |
Wash the sheet every week-It’s hygienic and better for bedsheets. |
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Dohar |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Hang or line dry away from high heat to avoid shrinkage or discoloration. |
Store in a cotton bag or wrap in a cotton sheet before storing. |
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Bedcover |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Hang or line dry away from high heat to avoid discoloration. |
Pre-treat stains with soft bristle brush and stain remover before putting it for a wash. |
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Razai |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Store in a well ventilated place preferably in a cotton/muslin bag and not plastic. |
Do not wring after washing as it can damage the filling. Fluff it before storing. |
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Duvet Cover |
Wash gently in cold water with a gentle detergent. |
Professionally launder in every 2-3 years. |
Fluff daily to keep the filling even. |
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Comforter/AC Quilt |
Dry clean only. |
Store with a naphthalene ball. |
Put a few drops of tea-tree oil during the wash cycle as it has an anti-bacterial property. |
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Pillow Cover |
Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. Wash dark colours separately. |
Read care instructions of the product as it varies across materials. |
Put a few drops of essential oil on the corners, after washing. This induces better sleep. |
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Pillow Fillers |
Check the product wash label. Wash in cold water under 30°C. For machine wash use under a gentle cycle with a gentle detergent. |
Read care instructions of the product as it varies across materials. |
Plump daily to maintain the loft. |
Curtains Pro Care Tips
From keeping away too much sunlight or that over-indulgent old aunt who keeps spying now and then, your beautiful curtains have always saved your moments from all unwanted interference. Also, do not forget, that the flowy, dreamy, beautiful, and many such adjectives rolling, look that your curtain has always given to your rooms is simply incomparable. We know that you would agree to all these but what if your curtain starts giving up on her roles, all fatigued because you didn’t take great care of it? Nevertheless, they don’t demand that much-just a little care is enough for it to protect you back. Let's look at some of the pro care tips now.
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Wash Instructions |
Care Instructions |
Vaaree Pro Tip |
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Curtains |
Wash alone in a machine with gentle detergent. Do not tumble dry, spread out either in natural air. Do not keep it in direct sunlight but under shade. |
Dry clean heavier curtains once every month. |
Vacuum dry when needed and use an air freshener for fragrance. |
Kitchen & Dining Pro Care Tips
The hub of delicious smells of a variety of dishes and the heavenly sector where all of it rests to keep your tummies full and best deserves a little more attention. Be it ceramic plates, glass dispensers, stainless steel lunch boxes, or cast iron cookware, every different material requires a different set of care tips which if followed, can assure great longevity of products. Because, we know, you know and everybody else knows this too, how important a good meal means!
Table linens, on the other hand, require a care chart pretty similar to any other fabric item, but sure, they demand specific attention too. Table napkins, coasters, hot mats, gloves, etc. require gentle care and washing. As we talked quite a bit about food now, let’s take a quick look at the pro care tips for all these items before you start feeling hungry!
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Kitchen & Dining materials |
Wash Instructions |
Care Instructions |
Vaaree Pro Tip |
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Cotton |
Wash gently in cold water with gentle detergent. |
Avoid using bleach to remove stains. |
Use cold water to treat any kind of stains other than oil. For oil stains hot water works wonders. |
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Ceramic |
Refer to product wash instructions. |
Don’t use abrasive materials to dry or clean the items. |
Avoid sudden temperature changes; thermal shock can cause pottery to crack. |
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Glass |
Wash with warm water and mild detergent. |
Store it in a dry place away from the reach of children. |
Wipe with a paper towel to avoid water stains before storing it. |
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Metal |
Avoid using metal scrubs or scrappers or follow the instructions specific to the product. |
After washing, wipe off the water well with a dry soft cloth to prevent discoloration and rusting. |
Gently rub the metal surface with half cut lemon dipped in salt. Rinse and buff with a soft cloth after to bring out the shine of the metal. |
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Wood |
Avoid using water to cleanse. Clean with cleansing spray specifically available for wood. |
Dust regularly and avoid using it in high temperatures. |
Rub with coconut oil to preserve the shine. |
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Stainless Steel |
Wash/clean with warm soapy water. |
Use soft cloth to wipe clean. |
Wipe with white vinegar for shine retention. |
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MDF |
Wipe with clean dry cloth |
Avoid using MDF products outdoors. Keep away from direct sunlight. |
Microfiber cloth is best to use while cleaning MDF products. |
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Acrylic |
Wipe/clean with mild soap and water with a lint free cloth. |
Store in a cool place away from heat or direct sunlight. |
Use microfiber cloth while wiping to prevent scratches. |
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Bronze |
Typically water should be avoided on the surface as it corrodes the metal. Dry immediately. |
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid dropping on hard surfaces. |
To remove tarnish make a paste out of one cup of white vinegar with one teaspoon of salt and flour in it. Use a soft cloth to wipe down the product with the paste. |
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Copper |
Use warm water to wash copper items. |
Dry thoroughly to prevent water spots or discoloration. |
Use a solution containing equal parts of salt and white vinegar to clean and make copper items shinier. |
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Cast Iron |
Avoid using soap, instead use hot water and stiff-bristled brush and rinse thoroughly. |
Store in a dry place and if stacking of cast iron products are required, use a paper towel between them to prevent scratching. |
Season with a thin coat of vegetable oil before first use. |
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Silicone |
Wash in warm soap water or dishwasher. |
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Do not stack heavy items on top as that can deform the product. |
Please try to keep sharp objects away from the silicone. If the silicone splits, it isn’t easy to repair. |
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Nylon |
Dishwasher safe. |
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. |
Clean it with a dash of baking soda and lime occasionally. |
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Aluminium |
Hand wash with mild soap and warm water is recommended. |
Dry them thoroughly before storing as it can cause water stains and lead to tarnishing. |
Wash with a solution of baking soda and white vinegar to retain lustre. |
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Clay |
Recommended hand wash only with mild soap. |
Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or chipping. |
Stubborn stains can be removed by soaking in a mild bleach solution for up to one hour without damaging the ceramics |
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Carbon Steel |
Avoid using soap, instead use hot water and stiff-bristled brush and rinse thoroughly. |
Store in a dry place and if stacking of cast iron products are required, use a paper towel between them to prevent scratching. |
Season with a thin coat of vegetable oil before first use. |
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Stoneware |
Recommended hand wash only with mild soap. |
Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or breakage. |
The most crucial key to stoneware care and use is to always make sure it’s brought to room temperature before cleaning. Rapid temperature changes can cause thermal shock, which means your stoneware has the potential to crack and chip. |
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Porcelain |
Recommended hand wash only with mild soap. |
Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or chipping. |
Wash with warm water for longevity of the product. |
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Bone China |
Recommended hand wash only with mild soap. |
Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or chipping. |
Remove coffee stains from mugs (as well as fork marks from plates) by rubbing a paste of baking soda and water over the tableware before rinsing and drying. |
Decor Pro Care Tips
We know you are here, reading this right now because you love decorating your home. And we love you for that! Okay, now don’t keep smiling reading this as we are here to give you some strict suggestions, to keep the beauty of your home decor items, evergreen. Your empty, built rooms stand out with nothing without a pretty wall decor, a charming flower vase, a well-lit lamp, dreamy fragrant candles and a lot more to be added to the list! So, when they are here to beautify your homes why not give them a little more attention too? Check out these cool, quick tips we have for you for taking care of your decor items. A lot of it depends on what materials you buy and not simply the items.
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Decor Materials |
Wash Instructions |
Care Instructions |
Vaaree Pro Tip |
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Wood |
Avoid using water to cleanse. Clean with cleansing spray specifically available for wood. |
Dust regularly and avoid using it in high temperatures. |
Rub with coconut oil to preserve the shine. |
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Brass |
Wipe the surface clean with a clean, soft, dry cloth. |
Brass will look brighter and require less polishing if rubbed with a cloth moistened with olive oil. Olive oil retards tarnish. |
Use tamarind pods to wash products occasionally to restore the shine. |
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Iron |
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Always keep the surface dry and away from moisture prone areas. |
Oil the surface regularly to prevent corrosion. |
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Copper |
Use warm water to wash copper items. |
Dry thoroughly to prevent water spots or discoloration. |
Use a solution containing equal parts of salt and white vinegar to clean and make copper items shinier. |
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PVC |
Clean/wipe with damp cloth/sponge. |
Keep away from sunlight. Store in a cool dry place and avoid stacking heavy products. |
Do not use bleach as that can cause discolouration. |
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Bamboo |
Wipe periodically with dry cloth first and if required gently with a moist cloth (avoid moist cloth on weaves). |
Avoid placing it in direct sunlight and rain for prolonged durations. |
In order to extend the life of the product we recommend not leaving it outdoors or uncovered for prolonged durations when not in use. |
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Cane |
Wipe with a soft dry cloth. |
Keep cane products away from extreme heat situations and areas with low humidity. |
Occasionally vacuum at a low setting to keep away dust. |
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Glass |
Wash with warm water and mild detergent. |
Store it in a dry place away from the reach of children. |
Wipe with a paper towel to avoid water stains before storing it. |
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Acrylic |
Wipe/clean with mild soap and water with a lint free cloth. |
Store in a cool place away from heat or direct sunlight. |
Use microfiber cloth while wiping to prevent scratches. |
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Polyresin |
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Dust with soft, dry cloth or feather duster. |
Painted polyresin products should always be kept away from humidity as that can cause the paint to peel or bubble. |
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MDF |
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Avoid using MDF products outdoors. Keep away from direct sunlight. |
Microfiber cloth is best to use while cleaning MDF products. |
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Canvas |
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Remove dust from the frames on both the front and back at least once a week to prevent the appearance of fungi and moths. |
Keep the work away from all sources of heat such as lamps, candles etc. |
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Ceramic |
Refer to product wash instructions. |
Don’t use abrasive materials to dry or clean the items. |
Avoid sudden temperature changes; thermal shock can cause pottery to crack. |
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Stone Dust |
Occasionally clean stone dust products with a dishwashing detergent and warm water. |
wipe with soft dry cloth after washing with the soap solution |
Do not use products containing lemon, vinegar or other acids as it may dull or etch calcareous stones. |
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Marble |
Use soft cleaning products like microfibre cloths to wipe down the product. |
Air drying isn’t advised – use a soft towel or cloth to dry if you need to wash your product occasionally. |
Avoid acidic cleaners or those that are not pH neutral, as these can be abrasive and cause discolouration or abrasion. |
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Soy Wax |
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The first time you burn your candle, burn it long enough for the melted wax to reach all the way to the edge of your jar. Or else it creates a “tunnel” which makes it difficult to stay lit in the future. |
Do not blow out candles, cover it with the lid it comes with or put an aluminium foil to put out the flame for increasing the longevity of the product. |
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Terracotta |
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Keep it clean and dry using a soft cloth. |
If the product is glazed, avoid using acidic or alkaline cleaners as that can damage the glaze. |
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Soapstone |
Occasionally wipe using warm soapy water with a soft sponge. Dry it out with a soft cloth. |
Apply castor oil and turmeric to change the colour of the product to a dark grey. |
Avoid using vinegar and strong citrus-based cleaners. |
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Concrete |
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Wipe with a clean dry cloth to avoid any scratches on the surface. |
Avoid exposure of concrete products with high levels of PH such as bleach and nail polish remover as they can strip the sealer and will expose the material to staining. |
