Most luxury wallcoverings should never be scrubbed or cleaned with standard household products. Dust regularly with a soft, dry brush or vacuum attachment, and address any spill immediately by blotting (never rubbing) with a dry cloth.
Hand-painted silk murals in particular should never be cleaned with water or solvents — professional conservation cleaning is the only safe option once a silk panel is soiled.
Direct sunlight is the leading cause of fading in luxury wallcoverings; UV-filtering window treatments meaningfully extend the life of a mural or printed pattern in sun-exposed rooms.
We recommend a professional condition assessment every few years for significant mural investments, particularly in humid Lowcountry environments.