Area rugs lend beauty and style to your home and serve to protect flooring in high-traffic areas. Different types of rugs are made using a variety of natural and man-made materials to fit it any room of your home. When the time comes to freshen up your area rugs, check the tags for recommended cleaning methods. Caring for large area rugs can be just as time consuming as maintaining wall-to-wall carpeting, and you may want to hire a professional.
Pile Rugs
Pile rugs are the most popular residential type of carpeting material. Area rugs made from piled carpeting may be separately constructed or bound carpet remnants. To clean and maintain your pile rugs, follow a routine similar to caring for wall-to-wall carpet. Vacuum regularly to remove dust and debris. Spills should be blotted and treated according to the rug manufacturers' specifications. Professional carpet cleaning once each year will deep clean pile rugs and extend their lifetime.
Flat Weave Rugs
Flat weave rugs are great for allergy sufferers and are typically low maintenance. The flat texture of these rugs makes wiping spills easier and prevents dirt and dust from becoming trapped like it does in higher pile rugs. If flat weave rugs are small, shaking them out can also remove debris lying on the surface. According to Houzz, furniture and toys slide easily over flat weave rugs, making them a good choice for areas where kids play. Before cleaning spills or stains on a flat weave rug, check the tag for instructions. Some flat weave rugs may need to be dry cleaned.
Oriental Rugs
Oriental rugs are known for their elegant look and beautiful but delicate fibers. Regular vacuuming will help remove most, but not all, of the dust and debris from these rugs. To properly deep clean an Oriental rug, hire a professional. Rug cleaning services have the proper equipment and cleaning solutions for both machine woven and handmade Oriental rugs. ZEROREZ®'s staff includes the only two certified Master Rug Cleaners in Georgia.
Natural Fiber Rugs
Natural fiber rugs add a touch of warmth to any room. Plant-based materials like sisal, jute, and seagrass are beautiful and eco-friendly, yet these types of rugs may be damaged by excess water. As with any area rug, regular vacuuming will remove dust and surface dirt before it is pushed into the fibers. Spots and stains should be treated immediately using a specially formulated natural fiber rug cleaning solution.
No matter which fiber you choose, all area rugs should be rotated on a regular basis to prevent uneven wear. If you've made a significant investment in an area rug, consider having it professionally cleaned to maintain the beauty of the material and extend its lifetime in your home.
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