Best way to care for your wool rugs

The best way to clean an area rug is different for each rug depending on dyes, material, and age because each method in making a rug requires a different method for cleaning as well. If you feel uncertain on cleaning your area rugs it is wise to call a professional area rug cleaner to handle the job. Mark It Clean is in Los Angeles, CA and is the best area rug cleaning company in the city. You can call Mark It Clean for a free estimate at 562-726-2929.

” In broad terms, natural fibers (wool, cotton, silk) require washing and synthetic fibers (polypropylene, acrylic, polyester) can be steam cleaned with carpet-cleaning machines,” Lisa Wagner says who is a certified rug specialist and creator of RugChick.com.

” Washing natural fiber rugs often requires professionals due to fiber qualities, dye qualities and differences in construction. Most synthetic fiber area rugs are machine made, so they are extremely affordable, and being plastic fibers, they can take steam cleaning safely for surface cleaning and spot clean up,” Wagner stated when she was on the TODAY show.

She advised people that wood-pulp-based fiber is a problematic rug fiber because water can even ruin it. It is wise to research the rug you want to buy for your home. Certain rugs should not be in homes with kids or dogs because the slightest spill or beating may destroy it.

How Often Should I clean a Rug?

Things to Consider:

• Foot Traffic in the room or house.
• Vacuum Quality (newer vacuums are more gentle on rugs)
• The fiber quality on the rug. (older rugs may need more of a gentle or special cleaning)

How do I know if a Rug needs to be cleaned?

One method you can do is turning the corner of the rug over and flipping it back and forth. This is a way to see how much dirt comes out of the rug. If you are getting a lot of dirt and it just feels nasty it is probably time to clean that area rug. Rugs actually have a good ability to hide soil and dirt.

Some rugs like wool rugs should be regularly vacuumed and washed every 2-3 years. Other rugs have different variables and needs for cleaning.

“Most owners of synthetic rugs clean them not because they are extremely dirty, but usually because they look dirty. So, visually, synthetic rugs require cleaning a few times a year, not because it is a dirty household but because the rugs look bad,” said Wagner. Wagner and most other experts always recommend hiring an expert to clean your area rugs. Mark It Clean can even give you a free estimate on cleaning your area rug over the phone. Call Mark It Clean at 562-726-2929.

Wagner’s Spot Remover Tips

“Synthetic rugs are relatively stain resistant, and most products will not harm plastic fibers, so seek out solutions that are verified as natural and safe. One good spot remover for pet accidents is Biokleen Bac – Out Stain Remover” Wagner said.

You always want to be aware of moisture with rugs. That’s why renting a machine can be bad because you are putting necessary water on the rug. You want to avoid moisture damage. When a rug dries you need to use fans and heat so no mildew grows on the rug.

You also do not want to put any harsh chemicals on your rug if you clean it. You also want to spot test it too. Place whatever safe cleaning agent you picked and pick a small spot in the corner. Put the cleaning agent on it and wait a few hours then rinse. Look to see if there is any damage to the rug.

Shag Rug Tip

“The biggest problem with shag rugs is that most cannot be vacuumed without damaging the rugs. They require a crevice tool by hand, getting in row by row to try to remove everything caught in between those long strands. Because of the huge project, shag rugs often require professional rug washing where they can soak and thoroughly rinse the rugs in a way that is not possible to be done at home”, Wagner Said.

Wool Rugs Tip

“The best way to care for your wool rugs, following a professional washing, is regular vacuuming to
remove the surface dust before it reaching the foundation of the rug,” said Wagner.

If you need you area rugs cleaned by a specialist in Los Angeles, CA call Mark It Clean at 562-726-2929.