Furniture should be used in dry, enclosed spaces, protected from harmful atmospheric conditions and direct sunlight (which can cause changes in color, fading of the furniture surface, and fading of fabric).

Furniture should not be placed less than 1 m away from active heat sources (electric heaters, stoves, radiators, etc.).

Tabletops and coffee table surfaces should be protected from direct exposure to high temperatures (hot dishes), getting wet (e.g., leaking vases), dampness, scratching (placing sharp objects or other items, e.g., metal sculptures, metal handbag fittings), and chemically active solutions (e.g., spilled solvent, alcohol, body care fluids). These factors can cause damage, such as to the varnish, and may result in stains, discoloration, or dullness. Coasters should be used to prevent damage.