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Rug Cleaning and Care

Most carpet manufacturers recommend that your rugs be professionally cleaned every six months to a year, depending on the amount of traffic. Vacuum regularly, with either an upright or canister style vacuum. If you sprinkle salt on your carpet before vacuuming and then let sit for an hour, the carpet will be brighter when the vacuuming is done. Pay extra attention to heavy traffic areas. Regular maintenance will help your carpets to last longer.

Rug Pads
Rug pads can extend the life of your area rug by providing a smooth, supportive base. An area rug pad preventing you from slipping on hard surfaces maintaining the position of your area rug, Rug pads extend the life of a rug by preventing the rug from slipping - even on hardwood floors. An area rug pad is great for cushioning any area rug.

Some Helpful Hints

Place an ice cube in indentations left in the carpet by furniture, and then let it melt. It will help the carpet fibers fill out and rise again.
Shave off burn markets on pile carpets.
Spilled grease or oils can be absorbed by cornmeal or baking soda. Leave overnight and vacuum.
Never try to steam-clean silk carpeting. If you're lucky enough to have such a luxurious carpet, have it professionally dry cleaned.
Sponge club soda on carpet to remove most fresh stains.
Blot liquid spills with a clean cloth that has no colour.
Rotate your rug every six months to alter the traffic pattern.
Use a rug pad under all rugs – this will help keep your rug in place and also save the life of your rug.
Keep your family safe by making sure that rug corners do not extend into high traffic areas.

With proper care and maintenance your carpets should last for years!