To best enjoy your rug, it is important to follow a few basic steps. Most are quick and simple. In the long run with proper care and maintenance your will be able to love your rug for years to come.
Underpads are generally used to reduce mechanical stresses your rug will undergo. Firstly they reduce the pressure from furniture and foot traffic. They also off set the friction that occurs between the floor and your rug. Another use of underpads is to keep your rug from slipping out of place and prevent sliding.

Annual cleaning is important. Rugs should be sent out once a year to a professional rug cleaning company. This ensures that your rug will receive a deep cleaning that isn’t possible with rental machines. Eco-friendly options are available as well.

Rugs should be vacuumed weekly. This process should be done slowly over your rug to ensure more dust and dirt is removed from your rug. Good vacuuming will also remove, dust mites, allergens, hair, pet dander and fur from you rug.

Stain care should occur immediately when it occurs. The stain should be blotted out with a paper towel and allowed to dry. Then it should be sent out for professional rug cleaning. Many store bought cleaning solutions and online advice, are harmful to your rug fibers. It may also cause unwanted damage.