Maintenance

Maintenance Of Your Rug

Canister vacuums without beater bars are the optimal type of vacuum to use on rugs. Brooms and manual sweepers are also a gentle and effective way to clean rugs.
Many of today’s upright vacuums are super high powered. The high suction can pull out the threads from the back of a rug and cause sprouts. Use the handheld attachment to vacuum your area rug whenever possible.
If you choose not to, or are unable to use, the handheld attachment on your upright vacuum, make sure to turn off the vacuum’s beater bar. If the beater bar cannot be turned off, set it on the highest position possible before vacuuming.
If the rug has serged or finished edges, refrain from continuously running the vacuum over the edges, as this can loosen fibers and cause them to deteriorate.
Avoid running the vacuum over the fringes at the ends of the rug. Use the handheld attachment to clean the fringes.
If a rug is reversible, vacuum both sides. This removes grit and grime that can prematurely wear out your rug.

Clean spills immediately. Once a stain is set, it becomes much more difficult to clean.
Never rub a spill, as this forces the spill deeper into the rug. Instead, blot the stain with a clean white cloth.
For wool rugs, use lukewarm water to remove any residual stain, as wool is more prone to bleeding and staining than synthetic fibers.
Always use clean water to remove any residual cleaner, and dry towels to absorb any remaining moisture.

Always use a professional area rug cleaning expert. Cleaning a handmade rug requires a process different from cleaning wall-to-wall carpet.
Inspect the rug with a rug cleaning expert before cleaning. Get a signed receipt and guarantee of work before the work is performed.

With a dry cotton towel or white paper towel, blot out the stain as much as possible.
Scrape off any food or debris with a dull instrument.
Mix a very small amount of dish soap with a cup of cold water. With a clean sponge and soap mix, avoiding excessive water, gently remove the remainder of the stain and blot the area with a dry towel.
Avoid excessive heat or agitation, as wool rugs are more prone to bleeding and staining than synthetic rugs. We recommend using a professional rug cleaner on an annual basis.

With a dry cotton towel or white paper towel, blot out the stain as much as possible.
Scrape off any food or debris with a dull instrument.
Mix a very small amount of dish soap with a cup of cold water. With a clean sponge and soap mix, remove the remainder of the stain and allow the area to dry.
For all-over cleaning, spray with a mixture of soap and water and rinse with a garden hose.

Natural fiber rugs inherently have loose fibers and knots. Regularly vacuum on a low power setting, making sure to vacuum from different angles.
Loose threads on the face of the rug should be trimmed with household scissors. To avoid unraveling or damaging the rug, threads on the rug’s face should never be pulled.
Spills should be gently blotted with a clean, undyed cloth to absorb as much of the spill as possible and prevent spreading. Work from the outer edges of the spill toward the center.
If applying cleaning solvents, test on a small area first. For stubborn stains, use a professional cleaning service that specializes in fiber rugs. Do not dry clean, as strong cleaning chemicals may damage or fade the rug.

Chindi rugs are made from recycled textiles, so color fastness may vary. Use a rug slip to help prevent color bleeding and protect your floor.
Loose threads on the face of the rug should be trimmed with household scissors. To avoid unraveling or damaging the rug, threads should never be pulled.
If applying cleaning solvents, test on a small area first. For stubborn stains, use a professional cleaning service that specializes in textile rugs. Do not dry clean.
If you get a stain on the rug, remove it immediately using a moist cloth. Vacuum and air regularly. Wash separately.

Spray extraction, along with a wool-approved product, can be used to clean shag rugs.
Shedding is normal for wool products and decreases over time. Do not pull yarn out, as this may damage the rug.
Canister vacuums without a beater bar are most effective for cleaning shag rugs. Vacuums with beater bars or brushes, or those set too low, may abrade the face of the rug.

Viscose rugs are constructed of wood cellulose fibers, which absorb moisture easily, so cleaning is not advised.
If cleaning becomes necessary, dry cleaning is preferable. Always check with the dry cleaner because some harsh chemicals may discolor the fibers.
Do not spot clean with water, as cellulose fibers can turn yellow or discolor when wet and may stain after cleaning.
Lighter colors are more susceptible to staining, and large solid areas will show staining more easily.
Avoid placing viscose rugs in high-traffic areas to minimize the need for cleaning.