In this cleaning guide, we'll share with you a step-by-step instructions on how to do a spot clean and low-moisture clean on your woollen rug at home. Making sure that you keep it looking as beautiful and vibrant as the day you bought it.
If you have a wool rug in your home, then you already know the luxurious feel and warmth it brings to your space. But with regular use, wool rugs can quickly accumulate dirt, stains, and unpleasant odours.
A typical reaction is to clean it with water and soap. But that possibly could be the worst thing you could do to your rug. Causing irreparable harm and damage to the delicate fibres. So, what should you do?
Enter spot cleaning and low-moisture cleaning - two techniques that are gentle yet effective in restoring the beauty and longevity of your wool rug.
Low-moisture spot cleaning your rug in nine easy steps.
Step Two: Mix the Cleaning Solution
To address the soiling, prepare a gentle cleaning solution. Add one litre of water to a spray bottle and three to four millilitres of dish soap. There are no more than three drops in total! Incorporate 30 ml of rubbing alcohol (IPA) into the solution.
You can use a small soap dish to hold the cleaning agent if you don't have a spray bottle.
Tip: Remember that “Less is More”. You do not want to soak the rug, as this will damage it.
Step Three: Spot Clean and Extract
Step Four: Repeat as Necessary
Repeat step 3 to remove any remaining stains. For stubborn stains, you might have to repeat this process several times.
Step Five: Low-Moisture Clean No. One
Step Six: Low-Moisture Clean No. Two
Step Seven: Low-Moisture Clean No. Three
Repeat step six above.
Step Eight: Extract the Residual Soil
Step Nine: Groom the Pile
Giving your wool rug a regular spot clean and low-moisture clean is essential to keep it looking its best. You can effectively remove stains, dirt, and dust from your rug by following the steps in this guide.
By taking good care of your wool rug, you are investing in maintaining its beauty and comfort for years to come. So, go ahead and give your rug the attention it deserves!
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