Wash My Area Rug

If possible rotate the rug frequently so that it dries evenly.

Wash my area rug.

Go back and rinse that spot off. But every few months to a year they need to be deep cleaned. Use the towels to absorb any excess moisture. Let the rug dry completely before bringing it indoors.

Rugs can be spot cleaned if they get a stain. Dip a clean sponge in the rinse water and remove any soap in the area just cleaned. Vacuum large area rugs to remove dirt. Check carefully to see if there is any color damage or fiber damage.

As a general rule when finding out how to clean area rugs always test out the carpet shampoo before you apply it to the whole rug. You can clean silk rugs using. The method below is suitable for wool and polyester rugs. Rinse the rug clean with your hose until the water runs clear and is no longer soapy.

Apply a little to a small corner or patch mix in some water and let it settle for a few hours. Take care to not vacuum any fringe. Then return your rug to the room. As with carpet regular vacuuming is the most important area rug cleaning step you can take.

Run a vacuum or a clean soft bristled brush over your area rug to loosen up the fibers of the rug as they may have compacted during the washing drying process. Push out as much excess water as you can using a squeegee and moving in the direction of the rug nap. Scrub rinse and blot an area before moving to the next.