Care
General Care & Maintenance
As one of the most high traffic items in an interior, rugs will inevitably wear with time and use. There are a few preventative practices that assist with the longevity and beauty of the rug when paired with proper, regular maintenance.
Always handle spills immediately and with care.
Avoid damp areas and soaking the rug.
Shift your rug 180 degrees periodically (optional).
Avoid areas in continual, direct sunlight.
Pair it with a quality rug pad.
Specific Care
Depending on the type of rug, there may be special consideration when caring for the rug.
Pile Rugs
Avoid tugging yarn knots out of the surface pile.
If a strand is uneven, cut it to the length of the rug surface.
A suction vacuum is preferred; if a beater bar is attached be sure that the setting is high enough to not damage the rug.
Pile shedding is normal in heavy quality rugs.
Immediately tend to spills by blotting with a clean sponge or cloth.
Contact a professional cleaner for regular cleanings or in the event of a stain.
Flatweave Rugs
Vacuum regularly and thoroughly.
Immediately tend to spills by blotting with a clean sponge or cloth.
Contact a professional cleaner for regular cleanings or in the event of a stain.
Performance Pile Rugs
Avoid tugging yarn knots out of the surface pile.
If a strand is uneven, cut it to the length of the rug surface.
A suction vacuum is preferred; if a beater bar is attached be sure that the setting is high enough to not damage the rug.
Pile shedding is normal in heavy quality rugs.
Immediately tend to spills by blotting with a clean sponge or cloth.
Contact a professional cleaner for regular cleanings or in the event of a stain.
Performance Flatweave Rugs
Vacuum regularly and thoroughly; a suction vacuum is preferred. If vacuum has a beater bar, make sure the setting is high enough to avoid damaging the rug.
Blot spills with a clean sponge or cloth.
For stubborn spots, use a mild soap and water mixture. Work solution in slowly, rinse and blot to remove soap residue.