Removing Stains from Your Area Rug
Versatile, stylish, and inviting, area rugs are a fantastic way to breathe new life into an old room. Renowned for their ability to reduce sound while adding comfort, area rugs provide homeowners with a fresh new flooring option that won’t break the bank. Available in various styles, colors, and designs, area rugs are one of the hottest flooring choices on the market today.
Between everyday foot traffic, pets, and the spills and stains associated with living in a home, area rugs must be able to withstand a great deal. And while area rugs are a durable and low maintenance flooring option, accidents are bound to occur; try as hard as we might try to avoid them.
With this in mind, it’s essential that area rug owners know how to remove any stains that might present themselves. This blog post will highlight the top tips and tricks for removing stains from your area rug.
Act fast when a spill occurs on your area rug
No matter the flooring, it’s always best practice to clean spills immediately after they occur. Area rugs are no different; if anything, there is more urgency when dealing with an area rug as substances can work their way into the fibers and cause irreparable damage.
For liquid spills, you’ll want to immediately blot out the substance with a clean white cloth before applying a carpet stain remover of your choosing. When using a stain remover, consult the manufacturer guidelines on the bottle. More on that later.
You may also elect to opt for a homemade solution as well. One of the nation’s top flooring manufacturers, Mohawk, recommends a solution of ¼ teaspoon of white vinegar combined with 32 ounces of water.
Once you’ve applied your cleaning mixture, let it sit for ten minutes. After that, you will again blot the spill with a fresh white cloth. Once the stain has subsided, cover the area with paper towels and weigh them down with something. Change out the paper towels until the spot is dry.
If the area rug stain persists, go big or go home
If you’re dealing with more severe stains, don’t be afraid to up the ante with a stronger solution. Mohawk recommends mixing one tablespoon of ammonia with one cup of water for synthetic rug stains that you’re struggling to remove with conventional methods.
Many concoctions exist that could potentially help you remove your area rug stain. If at first you don’t succeed, then try again.
Consult manufacturer guidelines before using new products
If you’re ever unsure about using a particular cleaning solution, be sure and consult the manufacturer’s care instructions on the label of your area rug. This label will contain helpful do’s and don’ts while providing warranty information.
Area rugs and you
A low maintenance, low-cost flooring option, area rugs do not require the upkeep associated with other types of flooring. Follow our area rug care and maintenance guide to guarantee that your area rug remains pristine.
Are you interested in learning more about area rugs or perhaps interested in shopping our massive selection of ornate area rugs? The team of experts at Dolphin Carpet is waiting to assist you. Contact us today!
