When cleaning the furniture, the stuffing will need to be checked for mildew. Throw out any cotton stuffing. Consult an upholsterer for advice. Partially Upholstered Pieces Remove detached seating. Clean the wooden portion of the piece according to the process for solid wood pieces and the seating according to the process for upholstered pieces.
Safety Use safe procedures to protect eyes, hands, and mouth.
When cleaning flood damaged items, wear rubber gloves and a mask suited to the chemicals being used. If the item may have been contaminated with toxic chemicals such as concentrated pesticides, other unknown toxic materials, or sewage, do not attempt to salvage it. While efforts to salvage flood damaged items are important, salvaging should not be done at the expense of human health and safety. Damage from cleaning using water and disinfectants may result. For very valuable items and antiques, consult a furniture conservator or museum curator.