Wear & Tear in Rental Property
| wdt_ID | ITEM | LIFE EXPECTANCY | WEAR & TEAR | DAMAGE / EXCESSIVE WEAR | SPECIFICS | HOW TO CARE FOR | ITEM COST | SOURCE | SOURCE 2 | SOURCE 3 | SOURCE 4 | SOURCE 5 |
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| 1 | Faux Leather Sofa | 5 Years or as per manufacturer | Cracks over time Stains with body oils | Tears Stains other than body oils Burns Punctures Pen marks/ Ink Pet scratches and tears Structural Damage | The laminated surface often cracks after only a few years of use. Stain resistant Usually easily recyclable, however production environment impact should be considered | Regular light clean, non aggressive detergent When cleaning a mark wipe afterwards with light detergent. Stronger detergents are not meant to stay on surfaces Using soft cloths , no scrubbing | £250 - £600 | https://www.garrettleather.com/blog/how-do-faux-leather-fabrics-compare-to-real-leather/#:~:text=While%20many%20faux%20leathers%20are,to%2020%20years%20or%20longer. | https://www.yorkshirefabricshop.com/post/how-long-will-a-pu-leather-sofa-last | https://www.bedsos.co.uk/blog/2015/11/how-durable-is-faux-leather/ | https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1CHBD_en-GBGB928GB929&biw=1920&bih=912&tbm=shop&sxsrf=ALeKk02KvEEPgAy567qU8o5_lG7xShFMnA%3A1611621864575&ei=6GUPYLvIIrWg8gLZkbPgCQ&q=%22faux+leather+sofa%22++cost&oq=%22faux+leather+sofa%22++cost&gs_lcp=Cgtwcm9kdWN0cy1jYxADMgQIIxAnUNUyWLV5YJuJAWgBcAB4AIABQYgB7gOSAQE5mAEAoAEBqgEPcHJvZHVjdHMtY2Mtd2l6wAEB&sclient=products-cc&ved=0ahUKEwi73P-lr7juAhU1kFwKHdnIDJwQ4dUDCAs&uact=5 | https://sewguide.com/faux-leather-care/ |
| 2 | Genuine Leather Sofa | 15-30 years | Darkening over time Fading in sunlight Surface color peel/rub off over time Stress marks Frame squeaking over time Oxidative damage from skin & hair with time Very old leather starts to be fibrous & decompose, other can harden and stiffen (suede, nubuck, aniline leather are fade-sensitive) | Tears Punctures Burns Pen marks / Ink Paint marks Staining Pet scratches and tears Lost buttons Structural Damage Lost buttons | Top-Grain l. – Top-grain l. is more stain-resistant than full-grain l. especially if it’s pigmented & typically retains an even tone without patina. Full-Grain l. – the highest quality leather, will develop a nice patina over time (pattern of highlights brought on by wear). Corrected Grain l. – has been abraded to remove imperfections, after which an artificial grain layer & pigment are added for more uniform colour. This is still a top grain leather product. Split Leather – had the top grain completely removed or ‘split’ from its surface. This form of leather will crack and peel more easily than other leathers & is stiffer (won’t flex) In furniture, it is used for the sides & backs of sofas since those areas won’t see use & thus reducing the price of that sofa. | Oiling every 4-5 years | £ 600 - £2200+ | http://www.fowfurniture.com/blog/tips-and-guides/genuine-upholstered-leather-furniture-why-you-should-always-buy-it/#ixzz6lVYjs9Em | http://www.fowfurniture.com/blog/tips-and-guides/genuine-upholstered-leather-furniture-why-you-should-always-buy-it/ | https://www.leather-dictionary.com/index.php/Leather_damages | https://homeguides.sfgate.com/difference-between-bonded-top-grain-leather-sofas-84718.html | |
| 3 | Fabric Sofa | 7 - 15 years 15 years guarantee on frame & frame springs by some manufacturers | Fading in Colour Bobbles Fraying Fabric weakening over time Frame squeeking over time | Tears Punctures Burns Pen marks / Ink Paint marks Staining Wash marks Bleached marks Pet scratches & tears Lost buttons Structural Damage Shrunk covers | Thinner fabrics are vulnerable to contact with pets | Steam Cleaning / Washing Covers regularly but not too frequently | £350 - £1500+ | https://www.interiors-furniture.com/when-to-replace-your-sofa.inc | https://www.oldrids.co.uk/buying-guides/450-sofa-materials-choosing-the-right-fabric-for-your-furniture | https://www.dfs.co.uk/content/guarantee-page | https://www.factotum.co.uk/2017/07/04/furniture-life-span/#:~:text=The%20average%20age%20for%20a,prove%20more%20costly%20than%20replacement). | |
| 4 | PVC Laminate Furniture | 20 - 30 Years | Light scratches Light cleaning abrasions Light marks to interiors | Chips Dents Stains Burns & heat marks Cracks Water swelling Water blisters Heavy cleaning abrasions | Water & Moisture resistant Heat & Steam vulnerable | Protect from Steam, Heat and prolonged water exposure at joinery Avoid overloading | Vary on item to item basis | https://www.amishoutletstore.com/blog/difference-between-laminate-veneer-solid-wood-furniture/ | https://www.officeinteriors.ca/blog/laminate-furniture-problems/#:~:text=With%20today's%20high%2Dquality%20laminate,on%20how%20much%20it's%20used. | https://www.domino.com/content/laminate-countertop-lifespan/ | ||
| 5 | Wooden Furniture | 10 - 15 years or as long as steady & functional High-quality hardwood item - lifetime | Fading & cracking over time Varnish & paint wear over time Light marks to interiors | Chips Dents Stains Burns & heat marks Cracks Water swelling Water blisters | Strong but vulnerable to water Can be sanded and re-varnished Vulnerable to ultraviolet light | Keeping dry Avoid overloading | Vary on item to item basis | https://www.countrysideamishfurniture.com/blog/entry/how-long-does-real-wood-furniture-last | https://www.vintagemillwerks.com/how-long-real-wood-furniture-lasts/#:~:text=How%20long%20wooden%20furniture%20can,such%20as%20fading%20or%20cracking. | https://www.accoya.com/uk/hardwood-vs-softwood-hardwood-properties-durability-of-timber-in-construction/ | https://plowden-smith.com/furniture-restoration-london/ | |
| 6 | Veneer Furniture | 5 -10 years | Sunlight fading Light scratches Veneer checks | Chips Dents & holes Stains Burns Cracks Water swelling Water blisters Heavy cleaning abrasions | Susceptible to Water damage Warp resistant Can not be repaired but the finish can be refreshed May occasionally peel away | Keeping dry Avoid overloading | Vary on item to item basis | https://gharpedia.com/blog/advantages-disadvantages-of-wood-veneers/ | https://www.btod.com/blog/laminate-vs-veneer-vs-solid-wood/ | https://www.danetti.com/blogs/lifestyle/wood-veneers-all-you-need-to-know-about-wood-veneer-furniture | https://readveneersltd.co.uk/how-to-care-for-wood-veneered-furniture/ | |
| 7 | Melamine Furniture | 5 - 7 years High-Quality Laminate - 5-12 years | Surface finish peeling Light scratches Surface wear / fading Light marks to interiors Back boards detaching | Chips Dents & Holes Stains Water swelling Water blisters Bent shelving /overloading | Smooth & easy to clean | Keeping dry Avoid overloading | Vary on item to item basis | https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/customer-service/returns-claims/guarantee/ | https://forestplywood.com/blog/laminate/melamine-panels-vs-plastic-laminate/#:~:text=Because%20it%20has%20voids%20on,to%20a%20five%2Dyear%20lifespan. | |||
| 8 | Metal Furniture | long years | Light scratches Rust marks in a moist environment Angle wear over years of use | Dents Chips Scratches | Smooth & easy to clean Water resistant | Keeping dry Avoid overloading | Vary on item to item basis | |||||
| 9 | Stone furniture | long years | Minor scratches Loosening of screws at joinery parts | Dents Chips Scratches Cracks Stains | Smooth & easy to clean Waterproof Scratch resistant | |||||||
| 10 | PVC Furniture | long years | Scratches | Cracks Chips Missing parts |
