How To Clean A Rug That Curls

Jan 3 2013 we ve all had this at one time or another with our handy yet rubber backed area rugs.

How to clean a rug that curls.

Clean up spillages immediately as soon as a liquid is spilled onto a rug soak it up quickly to ensure it doesn t penetrate into the yarns. Allow the solution to sit on the rug and work for several minutes before rinsing. Hang the rug so it dries as quickly as possible. Repeat the treatment for stains if the rug is discolored.

Neutralize odors from urine accidents and remove stains by mixing 1 part white vinegar with 3 parts water and 1 3 part detergent and blot with white towel or clean sponge. Dampen a white cotton cloth and blot the affected area. To start with you vacuum your rug as you would normally. Using a sponge or brush scrub the shampoo or detergent deep into the rug until you re seeing suds.

However by only vacuuming the top you merely remove the dust and dirt that s on the surface and not the dirt that s more deeply embedded. Roll it inside a thick towel then stand on it to remove as much moisture as you can. I flipped the rug back over pressed it over the carpet and it seriously worked like magic. She can fix anything.

Once the water dries there should be some improvement. Rinse thoroughly with water mixed with a small amount of white vinegar to remove residue. The water will help loosen the fibers and enable it to lay flat. Wash colorfast rugs by hand with a mild detergent using a soft brush or a sponge.

First try taking a steam cleaner or a wet sponge and moistening the areas where the curling is at its worst. Chez larsson has practical and easy remedies for so many household annoyances. Dampen the corner using a wet rag and tuck the curl under overnight or while you re at work. Click here to see how she did it.

Flattening the curls for an inexpensive rug try to work the curled corner in the opposite direction. Besides adhering double sided carpet tape to the floor there s a more design savvy solution. Use a fan to dry the rug.