Many of have rugs in our homes, they
add colour, pattern and of course comfort underfoot; but to keep them
looking their best you'll need to keep them clean. The method of
cleaning will depend on the material the rug is made of. Pure wool
rugs can't simply be thrown into the washing machine, it's unlikely
they'd fit and if it does, machine washing probably means that it
will shrink and the colours could run.
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Professional cleaning may be the only
course of action, but this can be very expensive; here's a few tips
on cleaning rugs yourself.
Hoover you rug regularly to help
prevent dirt and debris from getting right down to the backing.
Turn your rug over and hoover the
backing as well.
Spills should be mopped up as soon as
possible. Lay paper towels over the area and press down to absorb the
liquid – don't rub or scrub as this can make colours bleed or ruin
the tuft of the fibres.
Don't hoover the tassels as they can
easily be sucked up the hoover by mistake.
If you use a carpet cleaner be careful
of the chemicals. Most carpet cleaners are designed for use on
synthetic fibres not wool.
If your rug smells of dogs or pets use
a solution of I part vinegar (white) and 3 parts water. Use a paper
towel to blot gently over the surface.
To prevent access wear on one
particular area turn your rug every time you hoover to help
distribute the wear evenly.
If your wool rug is really dirty or
you're a little apprehensive of cleaning it yourself choose a
reputable, professional cleaning company to tackle the job for you.
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If you fancy cleaning your rug the old
fashioned way, put your rug over a fence and beat it with a wicker
carpet beater! It will not only shift dirt, dust and debris it's a
great form of exercise for you as well!
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