You need help? Call us or write to us. We will advise you on how to wash the rug at home or arrange its collection. We will send it to our proven laundry, and then deliver the rug straight to your home.
If you decide to clean the rug on your own, here are some cleaning tips:
DAILY CARE FOR NATURAL CARPETS
In order for the carpet to retain its beauty as long as possible, it should be cleaned at least once a week.
In the case of fresh dirt:
- First of all, check the washing instructions on the label.
- The stain should be treated promptly, otherwise it may soak into the carpet permanently.
- Carefully drain any spilled liquid with a clean cloth and scoop up solids.
- Place a clean cotton cloth (preferably white) on the liquid for a few minutes and let it soak.
- Always start cleaning from the edge of the stain / spill and continue towards the center.
- Watch out! Wiping too hard can damage, felted or discolor the material.
- It's best to use a professional detergent (we recommend: cleaning agents).
- If necessary, repeat the above steps from step 2.
- The cleaned area can be dried using a fan or a dryer at low speed.
- For the final effect, very gently wipe with a clothes brush in the direction of the bristles.
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It is an absolute "must have" in every home! You can also use it for upholstered furniture.
NATURAL CARPET WASHING OUT
If your rug needs a complete refresh, we strongly suggest that you give it to a specialist rug washing company.
Remember to inform the laundry of what material your rug is made of.
Viscose and silk carpets will require particularly gentle treatment.
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Wool and cotton carpets, flat woven - they will not like being completely wetted. The former should be properly dried.
On the other hand, flat-woven cotton fabrics should not be washed with water, as they may lose their shape.
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Do you have a carpet from the Carpets & More offer? We will be happy to support you with our help. Contact us. We provide advice and assistance in the organization of washing.
WASHING A COTTON OR VINYL CARPET IN THE MACHINE
In our offer you will find rugs that you can easily wash in the washing machine!
Why? Because they were woven from raw materials that are perfect for this.
They will be:
- all MATTAN vinyl carpets (i.e. PVC and polyester) which you will find at Carpets & More
- MATTAN cotton-vinyl rugs (i.e. cotton, polypropylene and polyester)
- 100% rugs cotton by RUG SOLID
Each of them can be washed in a washing machine at 30 degrees Celsius using a mild detergent. After washing, the rug should be stretched and hung to dry.
Remember that the washing program does not include a drying step! Mattan and RugSolid do not like this.
And if you use any of the machine-washable rugs outdoors (e.g. on the patio or in the garden), you can rinse them off with a garden hose and brush out stubborn dirt. It is up to you which method will be more convenient for you.
CLEANING OUTDOOR POLYESTER CARPETS
If you own a polypropylene colored outdoor rug from brands such as Brink & Campman, Orla Kiely, Harlequin or Scion, keeping it clean shouldn't be a problem. Vacuum it daily without using the whisk in the vacuum cleaner. You can remove small stains with water and a mild detergent. If you make the carpet soaked while washing it, the base of the carpet may soften slightly. Do not worry! It's a natural process. After drying, the carpet will return to normal. If the carpet has become completely soaked during washing or heavy rain, it is a good idea to turn it upside down, get rid of excess water and let it dry in the sun.
HOME WAYS FOR POPULAR STAINS
We have also collected information for you about home cleaning stains on wool carpets:
Chocolate: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth in a mild detergent and gently wipe. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Coca-cola: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar and water. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Beverages: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water, if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Sok: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water, if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Tea: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping it off with a mild vinegar solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Coffee: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Repeat until the stain is gone. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Milk: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Beer: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. Add a little mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping it off with a mild vinegar solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Wine: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. If the stain remains, try wiping it off with a mild vinegar solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Color: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water, if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Ice cream: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. If the stain remains, try wiping with a colorless cotton cloth moistened with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water, if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Chewing gum: Place ice cubes on the gum until it hardens enough to crumble. Then, if necessary, use a stain remover to remove any wax residue.
Ketchup: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Mustard: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Blood: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it. Dilute the remaining stain with lukewarm water and brush it again with a towel or cloth. Add a little lukewarm soapy water to a cloth and gently wipe. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution. Wipe dry with a dry cloth. WARNING! If the blood is fresh, use cold water.
Urine / feces: Apply a colorless kitchen towel or a colorless cotton cloth so that as much dirt as possible soaks into it, or carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Then rinse with a solution of water and distilled spirit vinegar (approx. 1 tablespoon per 200 ml of water), then rub off the dirt as much as possible. If the urine stain is dry before it is noticed, still act quickly and take the carpet to a company that specializes in oriental carpet cleaning. WARNING! Urine stain removers should not be used as they may damage the wool.
Vomit: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild solution of vinegar in water. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Ink: Apply hairspray to the stain and let it dry, then gently brush the stain with a solution of vinegar in water.
Glue: Moisten the entire surface of the stain with a colorless cotton cloth dipped in vinegar or alcohol. Then carefully wipe and dry.
Nail polish: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a little nail polish remover and wipe gently. If the stain persists, add a little detergent, carefully wipe, then wipe with a colorless cotton cloth moistened with a mild ammonia solution, then if the stain remains, try a mild solution of vinegar in water. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Lipstick: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. If the stain remains, try wiping with a colorless cotton cloth moistened with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Shoe polish: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping with a mild ammonia solution, then wipe with a cloth moistened with a mild solution of vinegar in water, if the stain has not disappeared. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Tar: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible using a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild solvent and wipe gently. Repeat until the stain is gone. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Fat: Gently scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. If the stain remains, try wiping gently with a mild solution of vinegar or ammonia in water. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Oil: Carefully scrape off as much dirt as possible with a spoon. Dampen a colorless cotton cloth with a mild detergent and wipe gently. Wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Candle wax: Place the ice cubes on the wax until it hardens enough to start crumbling. Then, if necessary, use a stain remover to remove any wax residue.
Burns: Check how deep the burn-in is, you may be able to trim the burned-out bristles with nail scissors.
Soot: Carefully vacuum the dirt with a vacuum cleaner, avoiding moving the tip of the vacuum cleaner along the carpet.
*REMEMBER!
• Use these home methods at your own risk. If safety is your priority, please contact us or a professional carpet cleaning company.
• Always use a detergent that is appropriate for the carpet material.
• It is a good idea to test the detergent first on a small area of the carpet.
• After you have cleaned the stain, do not forget to dry the underside of the carpet as well.