It’s no secret that area and oriental rugs can take some work to maintain. We are huge proponents for keeping a regular schedule for professional rug cleaning in Mount Pleasant, but is that all that’s needed? Getting your rugs cleaned professionally is certainly necessary for the health and lifetime of your rugs, but there are also other steps you can take in between cleanings. Here is what our expert area rug cleaners in Mount Pleasant want you to know.
Plan to Vacuum Regularly
A lot of our customers tell us they vacuum regularly, but when we ask for specifics they can’t give any. As the saying goes, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail! That’s why it’s crucial to stick to a vacuuming routine for the rugs and carpets in your home. This ensures that vacuuming really will be on a regular basis.
Our recommendation is to vacuum your area rugs at least once a week. If you have busy children or pets, or if your rug is in a high-traffic area, then it may be necessary to vacuum more frequently.
Stop Dirt Being Tracked Into Your Home
Shoes are obviously the most common method of how dirt enters your home (with pets being a close second). That’s why one of the best precautions you take for the health of your rugs is to not wear shoes inside your house. This can be a hard habit to instill if you’re used to wearing shoes. We’ve found it helpful to have a shoe rack near each entrance of your home to remind your family and guests of the standard. You can also invest in house slippers for everyone, as long as you make sure not to wear them outside! If you absolutely must wear shoes inside, place a mat at every door so you can easily wipe your shoes each time you enter the house.
Wear Socks
While shoes aren’t good for your carpets or rugs, socks actually are. Feet naturally have a lot of sweat and oil. These oils can negatively affect the fibers and dyes of your rugs with time, so wearing socks or house slippers is a great way to protect them! Just make sure that whatever you choose to wear is actually clean, and replace them once you’ve worn them in shoes.
Rearrange Your Furniture
Many homeowners make it a habit to rearrange their furniture every so often to help establish a new, fresh feeling in their house. Not only is this good for your feng shui, but rearranging furniture helps to redirect traffic patterns in your home. This evenly spreads out the wear and tear of your rugs, instead of having it all be concentrated in one spot. If you can’t rearrange your furniture, we recommend rotating your rugs instead. Otherwise, you’ll start to see one side of your rug wear out much quicker than other places.
Dab Up Spills Right Away
Spills are an area rug’s worst enemy. Accidental spills are the leading cause for spots and stains, so it’s important to know how to treat them when they happen. As soon as you drop something on your rug that could leave a stain, get a white cloth or paper towel and dab on it the spot to absorb as much liquid as possible. Make sure to keep a light pressure and stick to a dabbing motion. Scrubbing your rugs and carpets often pushes the stain in deeper. If you need more help, we recommend scheduling our Specialty Stain Removal service in Mount Pleasant!
These tips are sure to keep your rugs looking nice and bright in between your professional area rug cleanings from Chem-Dry of Charleston. If you’re ready to schedule that routine rug cleaning in Mount Pleasant, give our team a call at (843) 766-0052.