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Rug Cleaning Mistakes You Should Avoid
Apr 28, 2020
Common mistakes to avoid when cleaning your home's rugs.
We all know that one of the hardest things to keep clean in your home, it's your rugs. That doesn't mean that you should avoid cleaning them, but there are things to consider that you should avoid doing! Here are some tips to help you out when cleaning your rugs:
1: Not trying to clean a spill right away
One of the biggest mistakes that you can make is putting off a spill or stain on your rug until later. You have to remember that how long you wait to clean the spill will determine how swell you can remove the stain. Some spills like grape juice, wine and coffee can seep deep down into the materials and fibers of your rug. If you wait for too long to clean, you will have little hope of removing it completely on your own.
2: Cleaning your rugs too often
While having clean rugs in your home is a good thing, being obsessive with cleaning then can have very negative affects. If you handmade rug is cleaned to often with cleaning agents and using harsh scrubbing, it could fade the color and permanently damage your rug. Only clean your home's rugs when it is necessary.
3: Using the wrong cleaning solutions or tools
Some rug cleaning tools like steam cleaners, sometimes use detergents that are made to remove dirt and stains while not harming the rug's fibers. This is not always the case with ALL detergents. Certain detergents may be so harsh and strong that they could permanently damage the rugs fibers. So make sure to test out each solution when cleaning your rug on your own. Also, make sure to test out certain tools you are using (i.e. steam cleaners) to make sure they are in working order.
4: Not getting your rug cleaned by professionals
To keep your rug looking like new and to make sure it is cleaned properly, you should have it cleaned by professionals, like our team here at Martinous Oriental Rugs! Schedule your rug cleaning online today!
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Rug today are made up of so many different materials and fibers. Choosing the right one for you will depend on your style, the amount of foot traffic your rug will receive, placement of the rug, and the amount of comfort you want under foot.
