TODAY Hometapped two rug experts to find out exactly how to clean rugs correctly. How to clean an area rug Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer to the best way to clean a rug because it depends on what type of rug you have and what type of cleaning it needs. But if you'...
Shag rugs have been around for a while, and recently they have made their fabulous return in many contemporary homes. A simple shag rug can give any cold, empty room a cosy and welcoming appearance. But in order for it to have a happy and long life, you need to know how to clean an...
Just last week, I finally got the bath situation figured out — a local mobile groomer came to the rescue. She bathed him in her small and adorable converted school bus, and as soon as he was done, he ran right into the house. So now we’re on her regular schedule, and ...
Treat a small, inconspicuous area to test if the rug will have some sort of reaction to the cleaning solution. If everything is okay, continue to apply the mixture to the stained areas by using a clean sponge or a cloth. Blot the spot with a fresh white towel and cold water. You can...
As we head into Fall, and Summer comes to a close, you and your family are naturally going to start tracking more dirt into the house. From dirt, mud, debris, and even snow, eventually, there's going to be a lot to clean, and not just on your hard floors. Your carpets, rugs, ...
How to Clean the Latch-Hook T-Shirt Rug Many people have asked how I clean my t-shirt rug. For spot cleaning, I soak the area and gently scrub with laundry detergent. To clean the whole rug, on a hot summer day I dunk the whole rug in a large tab and soak with a small amount...
weekly cleaning is important so grit and debris deep within the pile do not scratch the leather and thus damage the rug. To keep leather rugs clean at home, it is best to shake them out on a regular basis. Dust particles and small fragments lodged within the pile can be removed by shak...
You now have turned an inexpensive carpet remnant into a useful area rug for your home. Trim the Carpet Remnant Cut the remnant with a sharp utility knife so the carpet piece has straight, clean edges. Use a long straightedge to help cut straight lines, slicing along the edge of the carp...
It made sense because they are highly durable, do not fade and very easy to clean! Anybody out there have some great Ballard fabric ideas that would pair well with these rugs? Our kitchen and breakfast nook are painted “Fired Brick” Benjamin Moore. Thanks in advance for anyone’s ideas ...
“Generally, the rugs should complement one another rather than compete,” adds Gross. “I love the approach of selecting a bottom rug that has a subtle or small-scale pattern and layering a more artistic or bold rug on top for interest.” “Another thing you need to keep in mind with ...