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CARE & MAINTENANCE
YOUR NEW RUG
A new rug is one of the easiest ways to freshen the look, colour and style of
your home. To make it last it must be properly taken care of, the following tips
and information will help prolong the life of your rug.
ODOURS
Odours are caused by dyes, latex and by shipping for long distances in a sealed
bag. These odours will dissipate within a few days once the rug is removed
from its wrapping.
SHEDDING
All wool rugs will shed fibre. This will subside over time depending on traffic,
wear and maintenance. We would expect the shedding to be minimised after
20-25 vacuums.
SPROUTING
Loose fibres or sprouts are a normal part of the wearing in process with any
hand made rug. These rising fibres should be snipped off with a small pair
of scissors. Do not pull these yarns as this can cause a deterioration of the
backing.
FADING AND WEAR
If exposed to direct sunlight there is a good chance that your rug will fade over
time. To even out the effects of the sun and to balance wear we recommend
that your rug is turned every couple of months.
MAINTENANCE
VACUUMING
Your rug will last longer and look better if it is vacuumed regularly. This will help
prevent dirt on the surface of the rug filtering down into the pile where it can
accumulate and cause increased wear.
For routine cleaning we recommend the use of a suction only type vacuum
cleaner. Do not use a rotating brush cleaner as this can damage the rug pile
surface.
If the rug has overlocked edges refrain from running the cleaner over the edge
as this will loosen fibres and cause them to unravel.
SPILLS
For spills, the basic rule is to aim to remove as much
moisture as you can as quickly as possible. Blot up
excess spills with a clean white cloth or paper towel,
working from the outer edge in. Never rub a spill as this
can spread the stain and damage the pile. Should stains
prove stubborn and difficult to remove we recommend
the use of a professional cleaning company such as
Servicemaster who have national offices across the UK.
To avoid the possibility of colour transfer between
your rug and the floor surface beneath we strongly
advise the use of rug underlay. This will have the added
benefit of reducing the potential for trip hazards by
minimizing slippage.
Viscose, jute and sisal fibres are particuarly
susceptible to staining. Extra care should be taken to
avoid spilliages on rugs containing these elements.
Polypropylene pile rugs are hard wearing and have
excellent stain resistant properties.
LATEX ALLERGY
Please note that most rugs contain natural latex in their
construction.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
• Blot the stain with a clean white cloth or paper towel
• Apply lots of pressure to absorb as much liquid as possible
• Clean with a mild, clear detergent and lukewarm water
• Blot dampened area to remove excess moisture, do not rub
• If a stain cannot be removed seek specialist advice
• Scrape any excess using a blunt knife
• Clean with a mild, clear detergent and lukewarm water
• Blot dampened area to remove excess moisture, do not rub
• If a stain cannot be removed seek specialist advice
• Scrape any excess using a blunt knife
• Clean with a mild, clear detergent and lukewarm water
• Blot dampened area to remove excess moisture, do not rub
• If a stain cannot be removed seek specialist advice
• Scrape any excess using a blunt knife
• Clean with a mild, clear detergent and lukewarm water
• Blot dampened area to remove excess moisture, do not rub
• If a stain cannot be removed seek specialist advice
OTHER FLUIDS (eg. urine, blood and grease)
VARIOUS (eg. chewing gum and mud)
FOOD (eg. chocolate, sauces and dairy)
DRINKS (eg. tea, cofee and alcohol)
A BASIC GUIDE TO STAIN REMOVAL
