| When it comes to fine porcelain figurines such as | | | | water from getting inside. If water gets inside the |
| Giuseppe Armani or Lladro, art glass collectibles | | | | figurine it could lead to structural damage over |
| such as Orient & Flume paperweights or art | | | | time. |
| pottery such as Ephraim Faience vases you want | | | | If cleaning a collectible item in your sink first lay a |
| to do everything you can to keep them in the | | | | bath towel in the bottom of the sink. This way |
| best condition possible. Thankfully there are | | | | you'll have a cushion to protect against potential |
| several easy and practical ways to do this. | | | | damage or breakage if you accidently drop it. |
| Always keep figurines and art pottery out of | | | | Never put a figurine in a dishwasher since a |
| direct sunlight. Exposure to direct sunlight over | | | | porcelain figurine is much more delicate than china |
| time can fade their colors. | | | | dinnerware. A dishwasher is almost certain to |
| The best way to clean dust off of your figurines | | | | cause permanent damage to it due to the high |
| is with a small, soft bristled brush. A small artist | | | | heat and water pressure. |
| paint brush or a makeup brush both work well. | | | | Art glass items such as Orient and Flume |
| Store your collectibles in an enclosed curio cabinet | | | | paperweights and Swarovski Crystal glass |
| in order to minimize exposure to dust. If you do | | | | figurines are much simpler to care for. A mild |
| this you won't have to dust them nearly as often | | | | glass cleaner and a soft cloth is all you need to |
| as you would if they're out in the open air. This | | | | keep them in beautiful condition. |
| also keeps them safe from children and pets. | | | | Art pottery such as Ephraim Faience and Roseville |
| The best way to clean a dirty figurine is with | | | | should be cleaned with warm water and a soft |
| warm water, a mild dishwashing detergent and a | | | | cloth only. No abrasives or strong cleaners should |
| soft cloth. Never use anything abrasive and never | | | | ever be used as these could damage the finish. |
| use a strong cleaner like bleach or any cleaner | | | | We truly hope these tips prove helpful and allow |
| that has ammonia in it. These could lead to | | | | you to enjoy your favorite collectibles for many |
| permanent damage to the figurine. If the figurine | | | | years to come! |
| has an air hole put some tape over it to keep | | | | |