How To Clean A Cotton Area Rug

For larger rugs place a fan nearby to help it dry.

How to clean a cotton area rug.

Take care not to overload your washing machine and hang your smaller cotton rugs to dry. Wash the rug in the washing machine if it will fit. This should be done periodically to remove any dirt or dust that is trapped within the fibers. If it s not discolored you re ready to apply the shampoo to the entire rug.

To start make this diy cleaning solution that is inexpensive and free of toxic chemicals. The easiest fastest cheapest and most fun way to clean an area rug is to go to a car wash. Cleaning your area rug by hand takes a few everyday ingredients and a little hard work. Using a sponge or brush scrub the shampoo or detergent deep into the rug until you re seeing suds.

Apply the foam that rises to the top of the solution on the stained area with a clean cloth. The moment you place your rug in a clean place have it face down on the reverse side facing up. Simply set the washer on the delicate cycle and use gentle laundry detergent and cold water. Hang small rugs outside to dry.

If you re trying to figure out how to clean a large area rug made of cotton you can use the above instructions for wool rugs. Allow the solution to sit on the rug and work for several minutes before rinsing. For a larger rug a steam cleaner can clean the clean. Blot clean rug.

Cleaning spills as soon as they happen will cut down on the size and severity of the stain. For lighter stains or spills on synthetic yarns sponge clean the area with cold water and mild detergent. For especially tough stains try spot cleaning the area with a mixture of water white vinegar and mild dish soap. Open the container of rug shampoo and apply a small dollop to a 1 2 inch 1 3 cm sized patch of the rug.

Mix the solution together and skim the bubbles on the top of the solution with a rag. You can use a garden hose for this purpose. Dip a sponge in the water squeeze out excess moisture and blot the cleaner onto the rug working in sections until you ve covered the entire surface. Test the cleaner by applying it to an inconspicuous corner of the rug.

Start by vacuuming the rug on both sides to remove any loose dirt. Check the direction of the pile. Then soak the rug with cold running water in the same direction as the oriental rug pile. Finish using a damp clean cloth to absorb any residue.

Make a solution of water white vinegar and mild detergent.