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How to prolong the life of your dining furniture

From spills and stains to everyday wear, your tables and chairs are under constant pressure. And caring for different materials can be a grind. Here’s how to simplify things to help prolong the life of your dining furniture so it stays stylish and functional for years.

Montage of HEAT pot stands in cork, an ÄLVGRÄSMAL chair pad in beige, and a TONSTAD chair with Fridtuna cover in light beige.

Use table mats to protect surfaces from lively, playful kids (and adults)

Mealtimes can get messy, so protect the table with a fun silicone place mat. Shaped like a playful cat, it's tough, easy to wipe clean or pop in the dishwasher, perfect for little hands and big messes.

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A LISABO table in black set for a meal with FÄRGKLAR plates, cups, GULDVÄVARE place mat in pale pink and table mats.
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Stop hot pots damaging surfaces – the importance of heat-resistant mats

Tired of heat marks on your tables and benches? Our natural cork pot stands protect your surfaces, and if one’s not enough, just add more. With a set of three, you can cover any pot size. And if not, grab another set. Problem solved.

A table with a KAVALKAD frying pan in black containing brussels sprouts and HUVUDROLL plant balls, a HEAT pot stand in cork.

Pet-proof your furniture from all those loving teeth and claws

Cats love to scratch, so why not give them a spot that works for both of you? Our jute, sisal, and cotton scratch mats attach easily to table legs, protect your furniture, and give your cat a stylish place to stretch and sharpen those claws.

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A cat scratching its claws on a UTSÅDD scratch mat in natural materials, wrapped around a table leg, and a chair beside.
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Tightening screws and bolts to prevent wobbly chair syndrome

Wobbly chairs are the worst. These ones are sturdy, stackable and built to last. They’re easy to move, simple to fix and spare parts are always available. Designed for everyday life and made to stay that way.

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A person using a handheld tool to tighten a screw on a VIHALS chair in white.
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Rotate the position of your chairs so they don’t get worn, faded or bored

Got a favourite chair? So does everyone else. Rotate your chairs to spread wear evenly and help prevent fading from sunlight. It keeps covers looking fresh and makes sure every chair feels like part of the family.

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A TONSTAD table in oak veneer with STORSINT glasses on it, surrounded by TONSTAD chairs in oak effect.
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Chair pads with removeable and washable covers

A little cushion goes a long way. This chair pad adds comfort, comes in colours to suit your style and stays in place thanks to anti-slip dots. The cover is removable and washable too. Easy to clean, easy to love.

A person sitting on a LISABO chair in black, with an ÄLVGRÄSMAL chair pad in beige, and at a LISABO table in black.