Using your Douglas bed is as easy as it gets. Just make sure you place it on a flat and stable surface in your bedroom. When making the bed, be gentle with the hand - carved parts to avoid any damage. As for maintenance, regularly dust the bed with a soft cloth to keep its beauty. If there are any stains, use a mild wood cleaner according to the instructions on the cleaner. Remember, since this bed has a Prop 65 warning because of wood dust, always keep the area well - ventilated when cleaning or moving the bed. Also, avoid rough handling to prevent the generation of more wood dust.