Handmade rugs are expensive; therefore, they aren’t units that you would want to buy every now and then. The cool thing is that by taking good care of them they can last for decades. To help you out, here are tips on how to take care of the rugs:
Vacuum and sweep oriental rugs
Removing dirt from the rugs not only leaves them looking great, it also prevents them from premature wear and tear. For a great look, it’s recommended that you vacuum the rugs daily. If you lead a busy life thus don’t have time to vacuum them daily, vacuum them three times a week. To prevent matting of the area Oriental rugs, vacuum in both directions. To protect the rugs avoid using a vacuum cleaner with a brush or beater bar. If you aren’t able to vacuum the units you should lightly sweep them.
Use a rug pad
In addition to adding extra softness to the floor, rug pads also extend the life of the rug as they protect the rug from wear and tear. The pads have also been found to prevent moving, slipping and wrinkling of the rug. There are many types of sizes of rug pads in the market. All you have to do is buy the one that is right for you. When making the purchase, note that there are different pads for different floor types. While you should install the pads in all areas of the rug, pay close attention to areas of high traffic. These can be living room or dining area.
Give the Persian rugs professional cleaning services
For Persian rugs to retain their good looks schedule them to be cleaned by a professional every 3-5 years. When choosing a cleaning professional ensure that the professional is experienced enough and doesn’t use harmful cleaning products. When your rug is cleaned by an experienced professional you are sure that the rug won’t be exposed to harmful cleaning methods that reduce the lifespan of the rug.
Regularly rotate the tribal rugs
A simple act such as rotating the rug increases the durability of the rug. Rotating the rug not only evens out the foot traffic, it also evens out the rug’s exposure to sun. This ensures that the rug doesn’t fade too much on one side than the other. It’s recommended that you rotate your antique rugs once a year, but if the foot traffic is high, you should rotate them more often.
