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Basic Rug Care in Elwood

Area and specialty rugs deserve the same care as wall-to-wall carpet and, in some cases, require special attention.

  • Washing area rugs : If your smaller rug needs to be cleaned, then check the label on the rug first to be sure it is safe to be washed in a washing machine. If so, shake the rug outdoors first, then put it in your washing machine with a mild detergent and at the recommended temperature, which is typically warm water between 90 and 105 degrees. Then tumble dry your rug d at the lowest heat setting available.
  • Beating larger rugs : If your larger rug is easy to pick up then take it outdoors and hang the rug over a clothesline and beat it. Next, take the rug inside and vacuum it thoroughly. If the label recommends that the rug only be dry cleaned, then call the highly-trained rug cleaners at K & T Chem-Dry to set up an appointment to get your larger rug professionally cleaned. Trust your area and specialty rugs of all types with K & T Chem-Dry‘s expert technicians who have been trained as Area Rug Experts for all off-site cleaning.
  • Vacuuming area rugs : Special cleaning techniques are required for area rugs with fringe. While using a gentle suction with your vacuum, start from the center of the area rug while slowly vacuuming toward the fringe.  Remember to be careful to not catch the strands in the beater bar to avoid any damage. Then life the edge of the rug to vacuum underneath the fringe.
  • Caring for Oriental, Turkish or Persian rugs : When cleaning your valuable imported rugs follow the rug manufacturer’s specifications or have a our rug cleaning specialists do it for you. Always be gentle with the fringe when handling your specialty area rugs. For heirloom-type rugs, you will need our professionals. Call K & T Chem-Dry in Elwood, IL at (815) 290-0845 to learn more about our Expert Area Rug cleaning services.