How to Clean Oriental Rugs

Because oriental rugs are usually handmade and may not be colorfast, special care is required.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. 

   The rotating brush on a new vacuum cleaner is too harsh for these rugs.Use an upright vacuum or a canister vacuum cleaner instead.

2. To prevent the fringe from being tangled up or getting sucked up in the cleaner, put an old nylon stocking over the end of the attachment nozzle. You should always vacuum in the direction the pile is to lay.

3. If the rug is small enough, take it outside and hang it on a clothesline and brush it with a soft brush. Vacuum the back of the rug occasionally to remove grit and dirt.

4. 

   To remove grease from the rug - use a dry spot cleaner that can be purchased in most grocery stores. Test in an area that is not visible first.

5. About every 3 years, hire a professional to clean the rug. Rugs with wool pile should generally be cleaned by a professional.

[justforkids]

on 11/4/2009 I can really use this info thank you

[myra63]

on 11/3/2009 good info thanks I use to sell oriental rugs so these tips should be very handy for most people. 5*

[jenng]

on 10/28/2009 GREAT ARTICLE ON How to Clean Oriental Rugs 5*

[midcenturymaven]

on 10/23/2009 The nylon stocking trick is an oldie but a goodie for gentle vacuuming. Very informative. Thanks.

[KaraDiablo]

on 10/22/2009 Thanks for the tips on cleaning rugs.