As a homeowner you know too well how area rugs cozy up your space. But then as time goes by, it will accumulate dust and dirt making your area rug from an eye-catching accessory to eyesore. How can you prevent that from happening then? The following simple and practical tips can do wonders to your area rugs.

Heavy appliances have the big possibility to puncture or damage an area rug. It is recommended to cover the furniture feet with plastic protective covers, in this way, moving the furniture will be a lot easier.

The bottom part of area rugs is just as important with the top. It is the rug’s bottom that holds the fabric together that make up the entire area rug. By buying padding, it will drastically make your rugs lasts longer and will also prevent accidental slipping. It is no secret that some types of area rugs do bleed, especially if the fabric is moist or wet, through the use of pad, it will prevent the color of the rug from creeping to your floor. You can ask a rugs salesman regarding area rug pad. They do come in various sizes and materials, including rubber, vinyl, and foam. But the most recommended pad is a high quality vinyl as it is less likely to wear or discolor your floor.

Contrary to popular myth, shaking rugs may stress fibers and result in frayed edges and accelerated wear. In the absence of vacuum cleaner, one can certainly do that. For general cleanliness, smell, and durability of your rug, a weekly vacuum is recommended to keep dirt from setting into the fibers and reduce the grinding in of odors. If you have pets, there is a high chance of smelly area rugs, by simply sprinkling the area rug with baking soda; it will certainly help dissipate the foul odor.

Having an irregular color wearing in rugs is expected due to footpath patterns or it can be due to sunlight. If the other left side of your area rug had been exposed to sunlight for six months, then it is recommended to rotate the rug so that the shaded part will be the one that is exposed to sunlight now. In this way it will keep the area color even and balanced.