Step-by-Step Area Rug Cleaning

1. Step 1: Vacuum the Rug. Remove all furniture from on top of the rug.
2. Step 2: Remove Loose Dust. Take the rug outside and hang it over a fence, railing or bench.
3. Step 3: Target Stains.
4. Step 4: Start Scrubbing.
5. Step 5: Rinse Thoroughly.
6. Step 6: Let the Rug Dry.
7. Step 7: Move It Back Inside.

Baking soda absorbs odor and loosens up the soil in the fibers. Use a sponge to work the backing soda into the fibers. Vacuum the rug again to remove the baking soda and remaining dust. Dip the sponge in the bucket filled with cleaning solution and apply it on the surface until it forms a lather.

Clean with rug shampoo or mild detergent If all goes well, rinse the whole rug with a garden hose, then gently start working your cleaning solution into the rug with the soft brush. You shouldn't need to work too hard, just let the cleaner do its work.

Follow these tips and tricks to revive your rug or carpet today.

1. Try Ice Cubes and a Stiff Brush.
2. Use a Damp Cloth and an Iron.
3. Clean with Baking Soda and Vinegar.
4. Use Shaving Cream.
5. Trim the Carpet.
6. Use a Carpet Rake.
7. Blow Dry Your Carpet.

If an antique machine-woven rug has worn pile or holes, these can often be repaired using patching methods. Special dyes may also be used to give new life to an area that has sustained sun damage or fading over time.

Use a small brush and warm, soapy water to scrub at the stain. Rinse the spot with water and use a dry towel to blot dry. Water weakens the natural fibers on these kinds of rugs, so only apply the warm, soapy water to the affected area. Try not to spread the water around when your rinse the spot out.

Mild dish soap, diluted with water: Dish soap (ideally dye-free) will gently remove stains without damaging rug fibers. Avoid using too much soap, especially on wool. Stain remover (like Zout or Resolve): A stain remover will help with those stubborn stains. Water: Use water for diluting soap, washing, and rinsing.

Your second option is to use a carpet spot cleaner. You can apply the spot cleaner. And wait 10 minutes before throwing the rug into your washing. Machine your third option is a powder stain remover.

If your rug is small enough, it can be thrown in your washing machine. Use a cold setting on a delicate cycle, and let it air-dry. However, if your rug is too big for the machine, you can deep-clean it by hand. We recommend doing this on a sunny day because you will need to bring it outside to wash and dry it.

5 to 10 years Signs of rug wear and tear include worn fabric, faded color and matted fibers. There is no way to restore wear and tear on an area rug. The typical lifespan of area rugs run anywhere from 5 to 10 years.

Follow these tips and tricks to revive your rug or carpet today.

1. Try Ice Cubes and a Stiff Brush.
2. Use a Damp Cloth and an Iron.
3. Clean with Baking Soda and Vinegar.
4. Use Shaving Cream.
5. Trim the Carpet.
6. Use a Carpet Rake.
7. Blow Dry Your Carpet.

5 to 10 years Signs of rug wear and tear include worn fabric, faded color and matted fibers. There is no way to restore wear and tear on an area rug. The typical lifespan of area rugs run anywhere from 5 to 10 years. The longevity will depend not only on your home's foot traffic, but also on how you maintain your rug.