Cleaning and Spot Removal Tips for Wool Rugs

1. Vacuum regularly.
2. Remove spills immediately.
3. Professionally clean as required. Usually not more than once every one or two years.

Vacuuming

The most important maintenance step is proper vacuuming. Regular and thorough vacuuming at least once a week and more often in heavy traffic areas will remove soil and dirt particles before they become embedded into the pile of the carpet. Remember, you cannot ov er- vacuum, and vacuuming should begin the day the carpet is installed.

Spot and Spill Removal

One of the most crucial areas of carpet maintenance is removal of spots and spills. Acting quickly when anything is dropped or spilled. and always having the necessary cleaning material at hand are of the utmost importance.

The recommended method is to blot up liquids with white paper towel. absorbent cloth, or Absorb-It*. Scoop up solids with the end of a knife or spoon and then treat the spot according to the cleaning instructions guide. Apply spot removal agent to clean towel or cloth. not directly to the spot. Use small quantities at a time. Always work inwards from the edge to prevent spreading. Do not rub, as this may cause the spot to spread or distort the pile. Do not over-wet the carpet pile. Afterwards, blot as dry as possible with clean towel and then cover with Absorb-It* or paper towels and let dry.
*Absorb-It is a registered trademark

Other Tips for Maintaining Your Carpet

Frequent vacuuming is a wool carpet's best friend.

An upright or canister type vacuum with a rotating beater bar/brush is the best type for cut pile carpet. A suction-only vacuum should be used for loop pile Berber carpets to prevent excessive fuzzing. Vacuum cleaning dust bag should be emptied when half full.

Exercise prevention maintenance by placing absorbent mats at the most frequently used entrances to your home. Change or launder when these mats become dirty. Filters in your heating and air conditioning systems should be changed regularly.

Clean traffic lanes and in front of frequently used chairs periodically with an absorbent powder (such as Host*, Capture*, and Dri-Matic*).
*Host, Capture, and Dri-Matic are registered trademarks

Keep a WoolClean Carpet Spot Removal Kit on hand for quick response to spills and accidents.

When having your wool carpet professionally cleaned, use a reputable company and check references.

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