Green Carpets Cleaning

Area rugs are a excellent way to add warmth and character to your decoration, but after prolonged use, they will need a good cleaning to look like new. For most contemporary rugs, cleaning can be a once-a-year DIY project which saves you the cost of specialist cleaning. If your rug is tagged with specific cleaning instructions, follow those. Otherwise, use this manual from Green Carpet’s Rug Cleaning to understand how to clean a rug and general rug maintenance hints.

Generally, area rugs just have to be deep cleaned annually. Listed below are a Couple of ways to Find out If It’s time for Rug Cleaning in Foster City:

1. Lift a corner of the rug and lightly kick the back. If the rug releases a large cloud of dust, it definitely needs some attention.

2. Run your hand against the rug face in a circular motion for 10 seconds, then look at your palm; if your hand is dirty, then so is the rug.

3. Check for signs of deeply embedded dirt by looking at the rug backing. Deep-down dirt will settle along the warp and weft of the rug and can be seen in the backing.

Cleaning a rug just requires a couple of basic tools. You will need:

Rug beater or broom
Rug shampoo or safe cleaning solution
Two 5 gallon buckets
Large sponges
Towels
Large tarp
Fan

Try to pick a time to clean your rugs when there is going to be a few glowing, hot days together. It may be easier to clean your rugs outdoors, and sun and warm air will help them dry more quickly and thoroughly. Plus, the sunlight is a natural and effective deodorizer and this will keep most of the dust and dirt out of the home. If an outdoor area is not available, use any floor area that moisture won’t damage (like vinyl or concrete floor in the kitchen or garage.)

Shake or beat: Take smaller rugs and medium-sized rugs outdoors and give them a good shake to release loose dirt and dust. If the rug is large, request a partner for assistance to hang the rug over a porch railing or over a couple solid chairs. Use a broom or rug beater to reach the rug around to loosen deeply embedded dirt. Don’t forget to shake the rug mat also.

Mix the cleaner: Make a cleaning solution as instructed by your preferred rug shampoo, or blend two to three teaspoons of mild dish soap into one of those 5-gallon buckets with warm water. Fill another bucket with clean water.

Examine the rug for colorfastness: Before cleaning a rug with any kind of solution, it should be examined for colorfastness to avoid harm. Dab the cleaning solution on a small corner of the rug with a white towel. Allow the test place dry completely, then check again to make sure colors haven’t bled or faded.

Start at one end of this rug. Dip the sponge/brush to the cleaning solution. Don’t over-wet the fibers–only use as much as needed. Use gentle pressure to lightly scrub the rug. Work in a 3- from 3-foot location. Rinse the sponge/brush regularly so the dirt will not be transferred.

Rinse the rug thoroughly: It is important not to leave any soap substance on the rug. Soap will attract more dirt. Dip a clean sponge at the rinse water and remove any soap in the region just cleaned.

Blot: Drive as much excess water as possible with a squeegee and moving in the direction of the rug nap. Use the towels to absorb any excess moisture. Scrub, rinse and blot a place before moving to the next.

Allow the rug dry thoroughly prior to bringing it back indoors, rotating it periodically to promote even drying. Once inside, turn on fans to promote more air flow and help the rug dry more completely.

Adjust rug fibers: When the rug has dried completely, lightly go over the rug using a vacuum or a soft-bristle brush to refresh the fibers.

Steam cleaners: If your rug is very soiled, it could be worth it to let a commercial steam cleaner. Vacuum the rug first, then follow the company’s instructions about how best to operate the machine.

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