Taking Care of a Rug
Area rugs unify a space visually, but they also sustain significant wear and tear and gather a lot of dirt and dust. Being in the middle of a community’s living areas in Snohomish, WA implies increased foot traffic, paw prints, and muddy sneakers. With all of this activity, stains, dirt, and musty smells will inevitably cause your rug to look worn out and stale. Regular vacuuming is fine for basic area rug cleaning, but to keep your rug looking its best, you’ll need to know how to deep clean a rug like Nick's Carpet Steam Cleaning does.
Cleaning a Rug Stain
Removing stains from carpets and rugs might be more challenging than washing off dirt and grime. Take care of stains before cleaning your rug if you want the most remarkable results from your area rug cleaning procedure.
Other Dark Liquid Stains, Such as Coffee
Apply a mixture of two cups of water, one tablespoon of distilled white vinegar, and one drop of dish soap on the stain. Gently dab the stain with a white, clean cloth until no more color transfers.
Oils or Grease
Your carpeting needs a little more effort to remove old grease stains. Use a stiff nylon brush to push the soapy solution into the fibers while using the same stain-removal method described before.
Using Gum
To harden the gum, place it across an ice-filled plastic bag. Scrape out as much gum as possible with a butter knife, then wet the area with a half cup of vinegar and a few drops of dish soap. After waiting 15 minutes, wipe up any residual gum with a fresh, damp cloth.
How to Clean a Rug
Since you can simply throw washable carpets in the laundry, they are simple to clean. Many natural and synthetic materials used in rugs are washing machine safe, but check the label to be sure.
- Wet the entire rug with cool water on both sides, either in a tub or outside.
- Pick a rug cleaner made especially for the fabric, or use mild dish soap diluted with water.
- Test the carpet cleaner on a discrete rug area to ensure the colors won’t be harmed.
- Gently scrub the entire rug with a soft-bristled nylon brush dipped in your rug cleaner.
- Rinse the rug well in cool water to remove all dirt and cleaning residue.
Cleaning services for your home are available from us, including carpet cleaning, to make it cleaner and healthier.