Cleaning Area Rugs

It beautifies the home and makes it cozy and inviting.

Cleaning area rugs.

Blot clean rug. If a rug is reversible vacuum both sides. If stains are piling up or there are deep rooted problems with dust or worse dust mites it s time for a full cleaning. Let the spot tested area dry completely before applying cleaner to the rest of the rug.

Dip a sponge in the water squeeze out excess moisture and blot the cleaner onto the rug working in sections until you ve covered the entire surface. Additionally when cleaning an area rug with any product you should spot test a small inconspicuous portion to ensure there isn t any discoloration. This removes grit and grime that can wear out your rug prematurely. Run a vacuum or a clean soft bristled brush over your area rug to loosen up the fibers of the rug as they may have compacted during the washing drying process.

Area rugs however are exposed to tremendous wear and tear on a daily basis. They add color and warmth and feel good under bare feet. Area rugs are a beautiful way to pull a room together. When it s time to deep clean you can roll it up and send it out to a professional or you can do it yourself and save a ton of money.

To make a rug last for years you need to clean and maintain it. They trap dust dirt mud odors and oils due to heavy foot traffic pet accidents smoking and spills. Then return your rug to the room. Fortunately you don t need to hire a professional to fully clean.

Eventually the time comes when your area rug or removable carpet needs more than just another vacuuming. Vacuum large area rugs to remove dirt.