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Wool rugs, especially new wool rugs, may shed. To reduce excessive shedding, vacuum your rug 1-2
times per week in the direction of the pile. Shedding should diminish within several weeks. See the
‘Wool’ section of Specialty Care for more information.
VACUUMING
Routine vacuuming is the most important step in maintain- ing the life and beauty of your rug. It is
recommended that you have area rugs professionally cleaned every 1-2 years to remove deep set dirt in
high traffic areas. Otherwise, attentive vacuuming will significantly extend the life of area rugs.
 Vacuum thoroughly at least once a week with a canister vacuum.
 Do not engage beater bars.
 Rugs placed in high traffic areas of the home, office or rugs exposed to household pets should
be vacuumed more frequently.
 Avoid vacuuming the fringes of your rug, especially those on hand-knotted rugs. Use a broom to
clean fringes.
 BRUSHING/SWEEPING
 Brushing is the best way to remove stubborn pet hairs that the vacuum misses. For short pile
area rugs, use a carpet brush or carpet sweeper. For longer pile a carpet rake works well.
Sweeping works best for outdoor rugs. The sturdy pile of an indoor-outdoor rug doesn’t trap dirt
as readily as other area rugs.
 BEATING
 For rugs that are relatively easy to handle, bring them outdoors and shake vigorously to remove
excess debris. Hang over an outdoor railing and beat with the back of a broom or rug beater,
varying in vigor based on the construction and condition of the rug.
 ROTATE THE RUG
 Area rugs placed in high traffic areas will wear faster than those in lesser tread-upon locations.
Rotating a rug every few months will distribute any wear and fading evenly.