Use and Care Manual

How to clean an area rug

Area rugs can quickly make your house feel more like home, but with regular foot traffic, they really take

a beating! Is your rug in need of some TLC? Learn how to clean it easily and keep it looking fresh for

longer:

Supplies you’ll need

• Mild, dye-free detergent or rug shampoo

• White vinegar

• Baking Soda

• Rubbing alcohol

• Soft bristle brush or sponge

• White cloths

Before following any recommendations below, check the tag on the back of your rug for specific

cleaning instructions. When in doubt, reach out to a reputable cleaner for help. Delicate materials such

as animal hide, silk, or viscose should only be cleaned professionally.

If possible, take your rug outdoors for cleaning. Otherwise, set up a cleaning station in an area where

you don’t mind accumulating water runoff.

1. Vacuum

It’s important to vacuum both sides of your rug to thoroughly remove dirt and debris. Do not use a

beater bar.

2. Mix and test your cleaner

If you choose to use a rug shampoo, follow the manufacturer’s mixing instructions. Otherwise, mix

one part vinegar to two parts warm water and add a teaspoon of mild detergent. Before applying

your cleaning solution, test it on an inconspicuous area to make sure the colors don’t run.

3. Apply solution to the entire rug surface

Use your soft bristle brush or sponge to work the cleaning solution into the fibers of the rug. Allow it

to sit for at least five minutes before moving on to the next step.

4. Thoroughly rinse

If you are cleaning your rug outdoors, rinse the solution with a garden hose until the water runoff is

clear. Otherwise, use buckets of clean water.

5. Remove excess water and air dry

Using a wet/dry vacuum or squeegee, remove as much water as possible. Lay your rug across a

raised surface or over a fence and allow one side to dry completely before flipping it to dry the other

side. Depending on the material type and size of the rug, this may take anywhere from a few hours

to a couple of days.

6. Vacuum again

After drying, you may notice some stiffness due to fiber shrinkage during the cleaning process.

Vacuum the surface of your rug to loosen them up.

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How to clean an area rug Area rugs can quickly make your house feel more like home, but with regular foot traffic, they really take a beating! Is your rug in need of some TLC? Learn how to clean it easily and keep it looking fresh for longer: Supplies you’ll need • • • • • • Mild, dye-free detergent or rug shampoo White vinegar Baking Soda Rubbing alcohol Soft bristle brush or sponge White cloths Before following any recommendations below, check the tag on the back of your rug for specific cleaning instru
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