Care & Handling

Caki Lawrence
Care & Handling
Made to be used. Made to last.

Every Caki Lawrence piece is made to travel — set up, packed away, and carried to the next table. A little care keeps it looking the way it did on the first night of play.

The Companion  ·  The Tiles  ·  The Racks  ·  The Mats  ·  Bags, Rolls & Cases  ·  The Pouch

The Parlor Companion
A traveling table, made to stay steady

The leg channels are cut intentionally snug — slightly smaller than the legs themselves — so the legs grip and stay seated through play and travel. No hardware, no give.

Removing a leg: use the finger notch on the back of each leg to ease it out gently and straight. Never pull or pry from the side.

Installing a leg: line it up straight with its channel and press in slowly, with even pressure. Don't force or twist it at an angle — guide it home.

Cleaning: wipe the surface with a soft cloth, mild soap and water. Let it air-dry completely before packing it away.

Storing: keep it flat and out of the heat. Don't leave it in a hot car or in direct sun for long stretches when it isn't in use.

The Parlor Tiles
Keep the artwork crisp

Wipe tiles with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry them right away. Never soak them or put them through the dishwasher.

Skip harsh cleaners, alcohol and scrubbing pads — they can dull the artwork. Between games, keep the set in its pouch or case, away from heat and direct sun.

The Parlor Racks
Polished, not scratched

Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and dry. No abrasives or harsh chemicals, and keep them away from heat. To travel, stand them upright and apart — the Parlor Roll was made for exactly that — so they don't scratch each other.

The Mats
Spills happen. That's the point.

Spot clean with cool water and a little mild soap. Blot the print rather than scrubbing it, then let the mat air-dry flat — both sides — before you put it away.

No washing machine, dryer, iron or bleach. Store it flat or loosely rolled when you can, and avoid sharp creases.

The Carryall, Satchel, Roll & Case
Built to carry the whole game

Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap, and blot rather than rub. On monogrammed pieces, work around the embroidery, never over it. Let it air-dry fully open before closing it up.

No washing machine or dryer. Store pieces upright or lightly filled so they keep their shape.

The Parlor Pouch
Velvet, kept soft

Brush lightly with a soft, dry brush or a lint roller to lift dust and refresh the nap. For marks, use a barely damp cloth and blot — don't rub. Keep it dry, and don't leave it crushed under heavy things for long.

Questions about your piece?

Write to hello@cakilawrence.com and we'll help you take care of it.

Treat it with a gentle hand, and it will set the table for years of gatherings.

Caki Lawrence
Modern Standards for the Parlor