Don’t panic! Here’s what to do when life happens to your sofa’s Schplendid linens and velvets…
Even the finest sofa can meet a moment of drama every now and then: the idly-tipped coffee mug… the over-enthusiastic guest making his point with an emphatic wave of the wine glass… the toddler with a yoghurt.
Don’t panic. Real sofas live real lives. Here’s what to do when the inevitable happens.
Step one: stay calm and blot
The first few seconds matter...
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Blot, don’t rub. Use a clean, dry white cloth or kitchen towel.
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Work from the outside in, so the spill doesn’t spread.
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Keep it simple. A little lukewarm water if needed – nothing stronger. Household “miracle” sprays and baby wipes can do more harm than good.
Once you’ve done that, take a deep breath and regroup. You’ve handled the emergency part.
Step two: know your limits
Schplendid’s fabrics – pure linens and cotton velvets – aren’t coated with chemical stain guards. That’s exactly why they feel so sumptuous and luxurious and beautiful. But it also means there’s a limit to what home cleaning can achieve.
If the mark’s still visible after blotting, or if it’s anything more colourful than water or tea, it’s time to call in the professionals...
Step three: call in the cavalry (that’s Guardsman)
This is where your Guardsman Protection Plan earns its keep. (If you don’t have one, here’s where you can get one).
For £30 per seat, it gives you five years’ protection against life’s little mishaps: stains, spills, tears, pet scratches, even burns.
Here’s what they cover:
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Food and drink spills (yes, even red wine and curry)
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Human or pet accidents
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Ink, paint, make-up, grease, and more
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Rips, tears, burns, or scratches
If an accident happens:
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Go to guardsman.co.uk or call 0345 128 1240 within 28 days.
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Their trained technicians will do everything possible to repair or remove the damage.
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If a repair isn’t possible, Guardsman will source new parts or even replace the sofa.
It’s an unlimited-claims policy (within your sofa’s original value), and it lasts for five years from delivery.
Step four: prevention is better than cure
A few gentle habits make mishaps rarer and clean-ups easier:
The Schplendid philosophy
We’re realists. We make sofas designed to be lived on, not tiptoed around. A little accident doesn’t undo craftsmanship — and with Guardsman, even the worst splodge has a happy ending.
So next time someone spills something precious, don’t despair: just blot, breathe, and let the experts earn their keep.
Find out more about Guardsman here.
And see also:
How to Keep Your Sofa Looking Schplendid - A Guide to Regular Sofa Care
How (and why) to Plump your Down Sofa cushions – the Schplendid way
Sofa Care: How to Deal with Stains and Spills
Don’t panic! Here’s what to do when life happens to your sofa’s Schplendid linens and velvets…
Even the finest sofa can meet a moment of drama every now and then: the idly-tipped coffee mug… the over-enthusiastic guest making his point with an emphatic wave of the wine glass… the toddler with a yoghurt.
Don’t panic. Real sofas live real lives. Here’s what to do when the inevitable happens.
Step one: stay calm and blot
The first few seconds matter...
Blot, don’t rub. Use a clean, dry white cloth or kitchen towel.
Work from the outside in, so the spill doesn’t spread.
Keep it simple. A little lukewarm water if needed – nothing stronger. Household “miracle” sprays and baby wipes can do more harm than good.
Once you’ve done that, take a deep breath and regroup. You’ve handled the emergency part.
Step two: know your limits
Schplendid’s fabrics – pure linens and cotton velvets – aren’t coated with chemical stain guards. That’s exactly why they feel so sumptuous and luxurious and beautiful. But it also means there’s a limit to what home cleaning can achieve.
If the mark’s still visible after blotting, or if it’s anything more colourful than water or tea, it’s time to call in the professionals...
Step three: call in the cavalry (that’s Guardsman)
This is where your Guardsman Protection Plan earns its keep. (If you don’t have one, here’s where you can get one).
For £30 per seat, it gives you five years’ protection against life’s little mishaps: stains, spills, tears, pet scratches, even burns.
Here’s what they cover:
Food and drink spills (yes, even red wine and curry)
Human or pet accidents
Ink, paint, make-up, grease, and more
Rips, tears, burns, or scratches
If an accident happens:
Go to guardsman.co.uk or call 0345 128 1240 within 28 days.
Their trained technicians will do everything possible to repair or remove the damage.
If a repair isn’t possible, Guardsman will source new parts or even replace the sofa.
It’s an unlimited-claims policy (within your sofa’s original value), and it lasts for five years from delivery.
Step four: prevention is better than cure
A few gentle habits make mishaps rarer and clean-ups easier:
Keep drinks on trays and children away from smoothies.
Vacuum regularly so dust doesn’t embed.
Rotate cushions (stains are less noticeable on evenly worn fabrics).
Follow the simple rules for keeping your sofa looking Schplendid.
The Schplendid philosophy
We’re realists. We make sofas designed to be lived on, not tiptoed around. A little accident doesn’t undo craftsmanship — and with Guardsman, even the worst splodge has a happy ending.
So next time someone spills something precious, don’t despair: just blot, breathe, and let the experts earn their keep.
Find out more about Guardsman here.
And see also:
How to Keep Your Sofa Looking Schplendid - A Guide to Regular Sofa Care
How (and why) to Plump your Down Sofa cushions – the Schplendid way