Got a Real Dirty Rug? Try Full Rug Immersion Hand-wash

Got a Real Dirty Rug? Try Full Rug Immersion Hand-wash

In addition to regular vacuuming, you will prolong the life of your rug by performing regular maintenance as you would do for your vehicle. Full rug immersion hand-wash is recommended every 3 to 5 years, depending on the amount of traffic the rug gets.

 

 

In the process, your rug is immersed in 300 to 500 gallons of water in a shallow wash pool where it is agitated, using a natural soap. Both sides of the rug are agitated, working soap deep into the rug’s fibers. A neutral, mild, pure animal shampoo, that does not remove the natural oils and lanolin from the wool, is used.

Cedar Brown, 14th Century Mamluk Dynasty Pattern with Star Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, High Mountain Wool, Abrash, Veggie Dyes, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted 14th Century Mamluk Dynasty Pattern, is an original Pure Wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

During the soaking process, the water in the wash pool is constantly circulating with clean water running in and dirty water pumping out.

An oriental rug will gain value over the years if it remains in good condition
An oriental rug will gain value over the years if it remains in good condition © 1800getarug.com

 

After soaking, the rug is flushed and rinsed out. Then a roller, which also features a jet stream of water, is pushed over the rug to force out any remaining contaminants. Both front and back sides of the rug are flushed in this manner.

One of the most important things in caring for a rug is keeping it clean.
One of the most important things in caring for a rug is keeping it clean. © 1800getarug.com

 

Rugs dry while hanging over a raised, moveable beam. And all this results in a superior wash. Not only is your rug cleaner, but it will smell better, look brighter, and last longer because it is free of abrasive particles.

One of the most important things in caring for a rug is keeping it clean.
One of the most important things in caring for a rug is keeping it clean. © 1800getarug.com

 

For more information, visit us at www.1800getarug.com or give us a call at 201-583-8949 and we will work out all the details for you.