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<\/p>\nOne of the best investments you can make in your home d\u00e9cor is a wool rug or rug, and like other textiles, you can clean a wool rug at home to maintain its condition. Wool floor coverings are warm and durable underfoot, making them a perfect match for any style of home design. As an organic, renewable fiber that inhibits the growth of bacteria, wool contains natural lanolin, which repels stains and dust mites. Whether you own a vintage hand-knotted Persian rug, a modern woven wool rug, or a whole wool rug, you can clean your wool rug in a few simple steps to protect your investment.<\/p>\n
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Tip:<\/strong> In addition to using a commercial wool detergent, use baking soda or vinegar to clean wool carpets. Baking soda is safe for wool rugs and provides a quick and refreshing no-wet option, while vinegar is best for removing odors like pet urine.<\/p>\n Choose a sunny, mild day to deep clean smaller wool rugs. Take the rug outside and hang it on a sturdy clothesline, porch railing, or a few sturdy chairs. Beat the carpet with a broom, tennis racket, or carpet mixer to loosen the dirt that is deeply embedded.<\/p>\n This is also the time to remove the carpet mat, shake it well outside, and clean the floor under the carpet.<\/p>\n Lay the rug flat on the deck, patio or clean tarp with the reverse side up. Vacuum well. Turn the rug over and vacuum the other side. If you don’t have an outdoor space, use the kitchen floor, garage, or any dry area.<\/p>\n Use a mild cleaner such as Woolite to clean wool rugs safely. Fill a large vat with cold water, then add one to two tablespoons of detergent (or homemade wool detergent) and mix well. Fill the second bucket with clean, cool water.<\/p>\n Dip the sponge in the cleaning solution and start wiping one end of the carpet. Work in a grid of approximately 3 feet x 3 feet and gently press the cleaning solution with a sponge. When dirt is transferred from the carpet, rinse the sponge frequently. Do not over-wet the fiber. Wool is highly absorbent and takes a long time to dry.<\/p>\n Soak a clean sponge in fresh water and pat each section to “rinse” the cleaned area. Do not skip this step as any detergent left in the fibers will attract more dirt.<\/p>\n Blot the cleaned area with an old towel to absorb excess moisture. Move to a new section and repeat these steps until the entire surface is blotted.<\/p>\n Allow the rug to dry completely before putting it back on the rug mat. To speed up the drying time, hang the carpet or raise it to improve air circulation. You can also use a carpet cleaner on a wool carpet to remove moisture by using the machine in a vacuum-only environment without a cleaning solution and hanging the carpet until it is completely dry.<\/p>\n Spills and muddy footprints happen from time to time, but prompt treatment is the best way to protect your wool rug. To eliminate many other issues, follow the guidelines for specific stains. Still, there are a few tips you should use every time you clean stains from a wool rug:<\/p>\n Vacuuming regularly is key to keeping your fibers beautiful. New wool rugs shed fibers. Don’t panic: this is normal due to the way the wool fibers are woven and your rug won’t become bare. Most of the shedding will occur in the first few months. If you vacuum at least twice a week during this period, the phenomenon of shedding will decrease very quickly.<\/p>\n Use a quality vacuum cleaner with a stir bar to help remove embedded dust and dirt. If your rug has tassels, vacuum starting in the center of the rug and avoiding the edges to prevent damage. A vacuum cleaner with a stir bar may damage the fringe edges, so use a handheld vacuum cleaner or upholstery attachment to clean the fringe edges.<\/p>\n It seems easier to use a carpet cleaner on a wool rug or rent a rug suction machine from a home improvement store. While a carpet extractor can successfully deep clean this material, it must be done correctly or damage may occur.<\/p>\n The key to properly cleaning a wool rug is not to drown it with too much water and not let it get wet for too long, as wool naturally absorbs water and can easily lead to mold growth if not dried properly. Wool is also easily damaged by hot water temperatures and bleaching soap provided by some extractors.<\/p>\n If you want to use a extractor to speed up the cleaning of your wool rug, there are a few key steps you need to follow:<\/p>\n One of the best investments you can make in your home d\u00e9cor is a wool rug or rug,…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":124,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=122"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":134,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122\/revisions\/134"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/124"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=122"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=122"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.carpethelper.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=122"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}How to Clean Wool Carpets<\/h4>\n
01. Shake off Dirt<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n02. Vacuum the Carpet<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\nHow to Deep Clean Wool Carpets<\/h4>\n
01. Mix a Mild Detergent Solution<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n02. Scrub Gently<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n03. Rinse off the Soapy Water<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n04. Absorb Moisture<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n05. Let It Dry<\/span><\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\nHow to Remove Stains from Wool Carpets<\/h4>\n
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How Often to Clean Wool Carpets<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nCan You Machine Wash Wool Rugs?<\/h4>\n
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Tips to Keep Your Wool Rug Cleaner for Longer<\/h4>\n
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