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Caring for Your Oriental Rug
Oriental carpets are a valuable part of
many people's homes. Whether they were inherited from the
family, specially picked out as a collector's piece, or
simply purchased for aesthetic reasons, it is important
to take the time to maintain your oriental carpet. Oriental
carpets require unique cleaning and maintenance in order
to ensure its longevity. There are several helpful tips
that you can follow to ensure your investment.
Tips for caring for your Oriental
Carpet:
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Invest in rug pads. Rug pads serve
as a defense for keeping a carpet in place and discouraging
uneven wear
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If placing furniture on an oriental
carpet, be sure to use furniture slides, especially
on areas that receive heavy wear
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Give your rug a good shake before regular
vacuuming. You can also try using an old fashion rug
beater or tool of similar fashion
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Depending on the amount of wear your
rug receives, be sure to air it out on regular intervals.
You can do this by hanging it on a clothes line or laying
it outside on a dry sunny day
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Regularly inspect the underside of
oriental carpets for signs of moths and damage
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Rotate the position of your carpet.
If certain areas are showing signs of wear and tear,
try placing these areas under furniture and away from
heavy traffic
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Small rugs can be hand washed with
soap and water. Larger rugs can be spread out on a nice
day and cleaned with a mix of wool detergent and cold
water. For tough stains, always use a soft brush to
work out the stain. Rinse thoroughly. Make sure the
rug has completely dried before resuming its position
in your home
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If you notice that your rug is damaged,
visit a qualified rug re-weaver. Professionals will
match wool colors and the exact type of weave
If you care for an oriental carpet appropriately,
the incomparable elegance and warmth it gives to a room,
as well as its value, are vast. If the rug has been passed
down through generations, patiently sought out by interest,
or purchased on simple good taste, it's still only sensible
to ensure your treasure is adequately maintained.
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