Using this chair is a breeze! Just find a nice spot in your room and place it there. You can sit on it to relax, read a book, or have a chat. As for the maintenance, keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent the teak from fading and the black cotton seat from discoloring. Wipe the teak part with a soft, dry cloth regularly to keep its waxed finish looking great. For the cotton seat, a gentle vacuuming can remove dust. Remember, there's a Prop 65 warning due to wood dust, so avoid sanding or doing any heavy - duty work on the chair that might release the dust. Also, since there's no anti - tip kit, make sure to place it on a flat and stable surface to prevent it from tipping over.