How To Clean Persian And Oriental Rugs At Home - DIY Tips

At home you can clean Persian and oriental rugs with the following 7 steps:


Persian and Oriental rug cleaning is a simple process that can be done in your own home.

Many rug owners choose to use rug stores or rug cleaners to clean their oriental rugs, but it is not necessary if you have the proper tools and method for rug cleaning.

The following steps will help make your rug look like new.

Step 1. Prepare hot water

Prepare a pot of boiling water on the stove. This should be enough to fill your washer. Pour it into the washer, or other receptacle for cleaning your rug, when finished. Avoid filling the receptacle more than halfway full. It is important that there is room for everything to move around freely while allowing you access to scrub every part of the rug effectively.


Step 2: Add detergent and baking soda

Add two cups of a gentle detergent such as Woolite, or any brand labeled "for delicate clothing," along with one cup of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate).


Step 3: Add rug to receptacle 

Fill your washer or cleaning receptacle with hot water. Be careful to avoid spilling the water as you place the rug inside, and be aware that it will float until saturated with enough water to sink.


   Step 4: Shake vigorously 

Vigorously shake the rug from side to side, front to back, and diagonally for a few minutes. This allows the detergent solution to penetrate into both sides of the pile. The length of time spent shaking should be determined by what seems right – a minute or less is usually a safe bet if a rug is in relatively good condition. For heavily soiled rugs, continue shaking up to 10 minutes.


   Step 5: Let the rug soak for 15 minutes

Stop shaking, and let the rug soak in the solution for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. This allows the baking soda to work its magic on dirt particles embedded deep within the pile. During this step it is perhaps best not to attempt scrubbing every part of each side of the rug thoroughly. Instead, do a general pass over both sides completely, then go back once or twice more with whatever time is left over.


   Step 6: Rinse Rug

At this point your rug should be giving off a pleasantly clean aroma! Rinse well with cool water until no suds remain (you can check by running you fingers through the fabric). It will still feel quite damp at, but continue rinsing until the water runs clear.


   Step 7: Hang rug to dry 

Hang your rug up on a clothesline or towel rack to air dry completely. You can use fans on high speed, or just an open window if it is a nice day. If you are in doubt about perfect drying conditions, it is always safest not to put your rug down on any surface until it has dried entirely. This may take two days depending on the temperature and humidity level of your home, but this will reduce the risk of mildew forming inside the pile while you sleep! Mildewed rugs should be professionally cleaned immediately.


Note:

It is important that all cleansing chemicals used during any step in this process be free of bleach and other harsh additives, and be non-abrasive. In most cases Woolite will be perfect, but it is only a guide. Read labels carefully to make sure your rug is not being hurt in the process of cleaning.

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