Caring For Your Rug

Domestic rugs, Persian rugs, Children’s rugs will last a lifetime for generations if handled maintained and stored properly.  At Just Rugs we have come up with a few rug care tips that will help you maintain the life of your favourite rug.

Never fold a rug, always roll them when you want to stow them away for a longer period of time.  Rolling will prevent stretching and cracking hence providing a long life to fragile fabric of rugs.

Wrapping rugs in plastic may cause mildew because of sweating or moisture retention to your rug, which will eventually damage your rug.  You can wrap your rugs in a heavy paper this should be free from acids, you could also use a cloth or you could wrap it in a sheet.

Never tighten using rubber bands for a long period this should be avoided after rolling your rug. Don’t place your rugs near high temperature zones. Keep your rugs away from direct sun unless they have been UV treated because ultra violet rays may fade or damage your rug especially if kept exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time. Keep your rugs away from heavy traffic areas to prevent strain and soiling.

Due to variations in temperature and humidity the fibre in your rugs may swell or shrink. While hanging your traditional rugs avoid stretching. Nailing, stapling or gluing on a frame or board is not to be recommended.

Don’t keep your rugs near plastic or glass as condensation on these surfaces may cause mildew and this will ultimately damage your rug.  If using matting, use mats that are free from acid.

Lay your rug flat and turn it occasionally. Grit and sand must be cleaned with regular vacuum cleaning this help prevent your rugs for getting dry.

Do not let stains form on your rug.  Try to remove them immediately.  However do not make use of a washing machine for this purpose. Rugs can be washed gently with a mild detergent and cold water. Harsh detergents may damage to your rug. Do not dry clean your rug. Your rug must not be immersed. For more cleaning and storing advice on your rug, take the advice of an expert.