How To: Extend The Life Of Your Rug

How To: Extend The Life Of Your Rug

Hand Knotted Rugs hold sentimental value to many even and can be family heirlooms. To keep your rugs in peak condition do the following: You should always clean spills properly and as soon as possible. Rotating your rugs on a regular basis can help prolong their lifespan. Pads under your rugs help extend their life by protecting the foundation. Most importantly, you can get your rugs Cleaned and restored by professionals like Kaoud Rugs.

It's always important to clean spills on your area rugs as quickly as possible because the stain won't have a chance to set permanently. That means having some non-toxic cleaning agents available on hand just in case. Many spills can be cleaned up with just a little water and then blotting the liquid up(don’t scrub or rub)

Rotating your area rugs will even out the wear, instead of the same spots always taking a beating. This will help distribute the weight and minimize wear through main traffic areas It can help with sun fading, bugs harboring underneath furniture, and high foot traffic areas.

It is important to place a pad underneath any rug that's placed on top of hard surfaces, as this will help maintain structural integrity in the foundation. There are several different types of pads depending on how the rug is used and it’s size. Small rugs typically need a non-skid pad so they don’t move when people walk on them. ( We don’t want anyone falling!) Most large rugs need a felt pad particularly when anchored by furniture. This protects the foundation and reduces marks from stationary furniture. There are other specialty pads for other uses like area rugs on top of carpet as an example. Make sure the tell us how your rug is used so we can get you the correct pad!

Over time, dirt and dust accumulate within the carpet fibers. This can lead to the fibers splitting and deteriorating over time, as well as exposure to allergens and other contaminants, which will make matters worse. By removing this accumulation of dirt and debris, you can help prolong the life of your carpet. If it's too late for routine maintenance, we have the ability for all types of repairs and restorations.

Regular maintenance, think every 5-6 years, is important for hand-knotted rugs to maintain their integrity and beauty. Just like a car where you change the oil and tires as needed, Rug also need maintained! While hand-knotted rugs are incredibly durable and can last generations they need you help getting the maintenance they require. Kaoud Rugs offers a full slate of options depending on you rug’s individual needs!