Tips to Keep Your Rugs and Carpets Clean

Oriental Rugs and carpet are one of the biggest investments in your home. Replacement is an expense that most people want to avoid for as long as possible. Keeping your carpet clean and free from dirt, grime, stains, and dust will keep your carpet looking newer, be healthier, and increase the lifespan of your carpet and rugs. We have put together these simple tips to help you keep your carpet clean while protecting your investment.

• Stop Dirt and Grime at the Door. The simplest way to keep your carpet and rugs cleaner longer is by preventing dirt and grime from getting on them in the first place. Be proactive by using doormats. Use indoor and outdoor mats, which work collectively to decrease the amount of dirt tracked into your home. Encourage family and visitors to wipe off their shoes prior to entering your home.

• Vacuum Regularly. This seems like an easy decision, but something as simple as vacuuming is the most obvious and most effective way to keep your carpet and rugs clean and fresh. Vacuuming has a vital impact on the sanitation of your home, the air you breathe, and the lifespan of your carpet and rugs. Try to vacuum once a week and increase the frequency in high-traffic or pet areas. Don’t forget to inspect your vacuum bag or filter regularly. If the bag is too full, the vacuum tends to lose suction.

• Treat Stains on rugs such as your Parvizian rug as Quickly as Possible. The longer a stain sets in, the more difficult it is to remove it. Always blot the stain (never rub it!)using a paper towel or clean cloth. Beware of using a colored cloth on your Parvizian rug, otherwise, there is a chance of transferring the dye that's on the cloth and creating an even greater problem. 

We hope these tips will help you in keeping your rugs and carpets cleaner, healthier and remaining beautiful. 

The Importance of Protecting Your Oriental Rugs with Quality Rug Padding

High quality Oriental and Persian rugs can be a serious investment, so you want to choose the right rug padding to protect them and extend their beauty and longevity. Let these tips and suggestions make the smartest choice an easy one.

While rug padding may seem like an after-thought, it is essential for protecting your floors and the rugs throughout your home. When it comes to valuable Oriental rugs, a high-quality rug pad is an absolute must. Rug padding protects your rugs from damage caused by furniture and foot traffic by providing a layer of cushion while absorbing weight, preventing wear and tear. Non-slip padding also keeps rugs from slipping, wrinkling, buckling, and bunching, which can not only be a tripping hazard but can tear, rip, and ruin your rugs.

Rug padding improves airflow around your rugs, helping them to breathe. Finally, rug paddings help keep your rugs in place to make vacuuming much easier and are less stressful on your rugs. Dirt is the #1 cause of rug degeneration, so keeping your rugs clean is the best way to preserve their beauty and value.

The type of rug padding you choose for your Oriental rug should be made from natural materials. Look for natural rubber and felt. Many rug pads on the market today are made from cheap material that can stick to your floors and damage your rugs. Though you may pay a bit more, you’ll want to get rug padding made from the highest quality, sustainable natural rubber and felt, preferably made in the USA, according to the highest manufacturing standards.