Area rugs add warmth and character to any space.
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Rotate the rug every six months for even wear.
If your rug fits in the washing machine put it in a pillow case or old duvet cover in the washing machine this helps to protect the rug and your machine.
After you ve treated the stains place the rug in the washer.
Next wash it on a 30 degree wash with non biological washing powder.
Vacuum or brush the rug to loosen compacted fibers.
Work in a grid of about three feet by three feet and sponge on the cleaning solution using gentle pressure.
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To clean stains or discolorations on a room size natural fiber rug leave it in place.
Sponge the rug with cool water and a mild liquid soap or rug shampoo.
To absorb odors lightly sprinkle a little baking soda over the rug and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before vacuuming.
Once a year take the rug outside and vacuum the back to get embedded dirt out that causes fiber wear.
Wash the rug using a sponge or soft bristle brush work the cleaning solution into a lather on the rug.
Vacuum from side to side not end to end so you don t grab the fringe lisa wagner known as the rug chick told the new york times.
If you have a front load washer wash two rugs together or add a towel or two for best results.
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.
If you whack a corner and see a dust poof it needs to be washed.
When you brush your hand against a rug toward the outer edge in linear motions one side will feel rough and the other side will feel soft.
Do not over wet the fibers.
Keep your area rugs bright and spotless with our tips on how to clean a rug.
Protect the floor beneath it with a plastic drop cloth and towel.
Make sure that you wet the rug paying special attention to the nap of the rug.
Let the cleaner sit on the rug for a five minutes before you start rinsing.
Starting at one end of the rug dip a sponge into the detergent and water solution.
Rinse with clear water.
Then vacuum the top again.
Wash the fringes of the rug with the same solution.
With a top load washer make sure the load is even on all sides.