How to Clean a Natural-Fiber Rug Properly: These 5 Tips Are Guaranteed to Work
Tip 1: Regularly remove dust and dirt from your natural-fiber rug
The best way to do this is to shake out your rug outdoors on a regular basis. If there is very stubborn dirt that won't come out by shaking, use a spoon or another blunt household object to scrape off as much of the dirt from your rug as possible. If there are still traces of dirt on the rug, you can wipe them away with a slightly damp cloth.
Tip 2: When nothing else works, break out the vacuum cleaner
If regular shaking doesn't remove all the dirt without leaving any residue, use a vacuum cleaner—but always without a brush or beater bar attachment. This will help you preserve the texture of your carpet for as long as possible without putting too much strain on the natural fibers.
Tip 3: Remove Water Stains Quickly
If liquid has been spilled on your natural-fiber rug, immediately blot up the moisture with a white, absorbent paper towel. You can also use a hair dryer set to a low heat setting to quickly dry damp spots. If red wine or another colored liquid has been spilled on your natural-fiber rug, use a special stain-removing salt to handle the situation.
Tip 4: How to Remove Grease Stains Properly
If there's a grease or oil stain on your carpet, you should act quickly to prevent the stain from drying. Try blotting the stain with a cloth and removing it with a special cleaner. Traditional home remedies like flour, chalk, or salt water can also help.
Tip 5: Never rub stains
Under no circumstances should you rub stains on a natural-fiber carpet. This will only make the stain bigger and cause it to soak into the carpet fibers. If stains won’t come out at all—no matter what you try—treat yourself to a professional carpet cleaning by a specialist in your area.
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