A handwoven rug can last for generations, and most of what keeps it healthy is simple. These everyday habits protect the fibers, the dyes and the foundation of your rug, and they help you spot small problems before they become expensive ones.
Everyday care
- Vacuum gently. Vacuum no more than once a week, on a light setting. Turn off the beater bar, which can wear the pile and strain the sides and fringe ends. Go gently along the edges.
- Use a rug pad. A pad stops slipping and bunching, adds comfort and helps protect the rug. Replace it about every 3 to 5 years, sooner in high-traffic areas. See our custom-size rug pads.
- Rotate your rug. Turning it around every six months to a year helps it wear and fade evenly.
- Limit direct sun. Strong sunlight fades dyes over time. Use curtains or blinds during the brightest part of the day.
- Protect it from heavy furniture. Use wide furniture cups or coasters under heavy legs, and shift the furniture a little now and then so the pile isn't crushed in one spot.
Spills and pet accidents
Act quickly. Blot the spill with a clean, dry cloth, pressing rather than rubbing, and avoid household cleaners, which can damage delicate dyes and fibers. The sooner a stain or pet accident gets professional treatment, the better the chance of removing it and its odor completely. Learn about our pet stain and odor removal.
Keeping moths away
Moths are drawn to wool that is dirty or left undisturbed. Regular vacuuming and professional cleaning help, and it's worth lifting a corner now and then to look at the back of the rug and underneath it. If you see damage or signs of moths, contact us early.
When to have your rug professionally cleaned
Embedded dirt stiffens wool and wears the fibers from the inside. We recommend professional cleaning at least once every two years for homes with moderate traffic, and at least once a year for homes with pets. Learn about our hand washing and care.
Repair small problems early
Frayed fringe and worn edges are simple and affordable to fix when they're small. Left alone, they can unravel the rug's foundation and lead to much more complex and costly restoration. See our rug repair and restoration services.
Storing a rug safely
Have the rug professionally cleaned first. Roll it (don't fold it), wrap it in a breathable cotton sheet rather than plastic, and store it somewhere cool and dry, off the floor. Check on it from time to time.
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