Depending on the foot-traffic your rug receives, rotate the rug at least once every 6 months for an even and balanced wear
Do not expose your rug to direct sunlight. Use appropriate curtains and draperies
Vacuum your rug regularly with a gentle, low-suction setting only. Do not use rotating brush (beater) attachments under any circumstances as they may cause significant damage to area rugs and runners
Roll up your rug in plastic sheet for storage and transport, and use mothballs inside the roll while in storage
Do not use steam-cleaners on area rugs and runners
Do not dry clean area rugs and runners
All stains and spillages are to be spot cleaned only. Do not wash or wet the entire rug
Act immediately to clean all liquid spillages without delay. Scoop up solids first if any
Use paper towel or clean white cloth on both the surface and the reverse side of your rug to blot and absorb spillages. Do not rub or wipe. Repeat the process as necessary
Commercial carpet stain removers can be used for the remaining stain on your rug. However, make sure the product does not contain hydrogen peroxide, bleach or any other whitening agents, and test the product on throw-away fabrics before use
Mild household detergents such as dishwashing liquids can also be used by dabbing with a sponge on the remaining stain after blotting initially. However, do not soak the area and use suds only. Reblot afterwards with paper towel and apply plain warm water by dabbing again to remove any detergent residue. After this, reblot the area repeatedly to remove moisture and ensure free air circulation around the spot to dry
All rug care instructions above are applicable to the outdoor rugs also
However, outdoor rugs should only be used under covered patios, verandas, balconies, terraces, decks and courtyards, and should not be exposed to direct rain and sunlight
Wet outdoor rugs should be dried by ensuring free air circulation around both the surface and the reverse side in order to prevent mould-forming
For the overall (end-to-end) cleaning of both your indoor and outdoor rugs, make sure to contact a professional rug cleaning specialist
