Caring For Your Rug

If Oriental rugs have survived centuries in comparatively good condition, it is because of careful treatment. Oriental rugs will give remarkably long service if treated with proper consideration. Their two enemies, apart from the inevitable destructive effect of wear, are moths and dampness. The former is best kept at bay by frequent moving or handling and by regular exposure to light and air. If rugs must be stored, then inspection at intervals is essential. A carpet in use is rarely in danger from moths. Certain chemical applications will render the wool inedible to moths. Dampness will in time rot the threads and destroy the fabric but it can be avoided by obvious means. If any mechanical damage is sustained such as cuts or burns, the damage should be dealt with as soon as possible, for such lesions get worse very quickly. In ordinary use, quite apart from accident, the ends and sides often tend to wear and fray in which case the parts should be re-overcast. Places in the middle of the carpet that are locally worn or damaged can have new knots inserted, and even large holes can be restored so as to be almost as good as new, though such work is rather expensive. In carpets of lesser value, instead of new knotting, patches cut from a suitable rug can often be inserted at less cost, and sometimes a serviceable small rug can be made from a larger worn one by cutting away the bad parts.

Hanging

Before hanging carpets on the wall, one should be certain that the warp threads can stand the strain. Do not use nails or staples at the top of a heavy rug to hang it for a long period of time. Use a strong brass metal to distribute the weight of the rug evenly. You can also check our full line of wall hanging kits (another link to the page that shows all the wall HANGING kits

Vacuuming

Never vacuum against the nap of the rug (the direction of the nap can easily be determined by running the hand across the pile from fringe to fringe). Vacuuming against the nap also presses dirt back into the rug. Never vacuum the rugs' fringes. The continued catching of the fringe in the suction of a vacuum cleaner causes the fringes to break and tear. Sweeping with a broom will give the best result. As a general rule, always vacuum with a low-level suction using a new bag

STAINS

Our rugs have been treated with a stain-resistant treatment; many spills can be removed if immediate action is taken. If you wait too long, it becomes more likely that your spill will become a permanent stain. Remember, staining is influenced by many factors, and no rug is completely stain proof.
If you spill a liquid on the rug, blot it with a dry, white, absorbent cloth or white (no printing) paper towels. Use a proper rug cleaner such as Capture; don't use a water/detergent solution. Do not scrub the area! Scrubbing can cause pile distortion in the affected area. Continue to use a dry cloth or paper towels until the area is completely dry. For semi-solids, gently scrape up with a rounded spoon. Solids should be broken up and vacuumed until completely removed.
If you want your rug to wear evenly, rotate it annually. Also, have it professionally cleaned when necessary.?

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Stain Removal Chart
Listed below the chart are seven Stain Removers, which can be used individually or in combination to remove a stain. When you apply these agents, blot or dab, the agent onto the spot. Don't Rub! That will only make the stain bigger. Try to work from the outside of the stain in towards the center. Code of Recommended Stain Removers as Listed in this chart
A. Detergent solution - one teaspoon of a neutral detergent ( a brand used for washing lingerie such as Lux, Dreft, or Vel) and one teaspoon of white vinegar in a quart of warm water.
B. Paint Remover - should not contain any oil. Lacquer thinner may also be used.
C. Dry Cleaning Fluid - any common brand used according to manufacturer's instructions.
D. Rust Remover - (brands such as Erusticator or Rust Go are recommended.
E. Acetone - common drugstore brand or nail polish remover WITHOUT LANOLIN or lacquer thinner.
F. Alcohol - rubbing, denatured, or isopropyl.
G. Water
NOTE: If there is no recommended procedure for removing a stain on a specific pile fiber, call a Professional Carpet Cleaner and give him the information pertaining to the staining problem.