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Wear & Tear in Rental Property

wdt_IDITEMLIFE EXPECTANCYWEAR & TEARDAMAGE / EXCESSIVE WEARSPECIFICSHOW TO CARE FORITEM COSTSOURCESOURCE 2SOURCE 3SOURCE 4SOURCE 5
1Faux Leather Sofa5 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 - £600https://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-lasthttps://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=5https://sewguide.com/faux-leather-care/
2Genuine Leather Sofa15-30 yearsDarkening 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/#ixzz6lVYjs9Emhttp://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_damageshttps://homeguides.sfgate.com/difference-between-bonded-top-grain-leather-sofas-84718.html
3Fabric Sofa7 - 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.inchttps://www.oldrids.co.uk/buying-guides/450-sofa-materials-choosing-the-right-fabric-for-your-furniturehttps://www.dfs.co.uk/content/guarantee-pagehttps://www.factotum.co.uk/2017/07/04/furniture-life-span/#:~:text=The%20average%20age%20for%20a,prove%20more%20costly%20than%20replacement).
4PVC Laminate Furniture20 - 30 YearsLight 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 basishttps://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/
5Wooden Furniture10 - 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 basishttps://www.countrysideamishfurniture.com/blog/entry/how-long-does-real-wood-furniture-lasthttps://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/
6Veneer Furniture5 -10 yearsSunlight 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 basishttps://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-furniturehttps://readveneersltd.co.uk/how-to-care-for-wood-veneered-furniture/
7Melamine Furniture5 - 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 basishttps://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.
8Metal Furniturelong yearsLight 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
9Stone furniturelong yearsMinor scratches
Loosening of screws at joinery parts
Dents
Chips
Scratches
Cracks
Stains
Smooth & easy to clean
Waterproof
Scratch resistant
10PVC Furniturelong yearsScratchesCracks
Chips
Missing parts
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