The
wonders of wool
Oriental rugs
and carpets are generally made of wool
and are easily and economically maintained.
Carpets of
wool are extremely durable and consistantly out-perform other materials.
Unlike other fibers, wool is much more resilient, cleans better and stays
clean longer.
Cleaning
Trusted specialized
Oriental carpet cleaners will insure a skilled cleaning that brings out
the richness of colour and softness of the wool. Depending on the amount
of traffic, a professional washing is recommended every three to six years
to maximize the longevity of your Oriental rug.
Rotation
To insure even
wear, your rug should be rotated once a year. Depending on the traffic,
the rotation may vary from six months to two years.
Vacuuming
Oriental rugs,
like most carpettting should be vacuumed on a regular basis to remove dirt
and restore life to the fibers. Be sure not to vacuum the fringe. Tribal
and other loosely woven rugs should be vacuumed with the pile of the carpet
and not against the pile.
Padding
A quality pad
used under your rug helps protect it from dirt, wear and slippage.
Ask your dealer for the correct padding.
Restoration
In case of damage,
just about any problem has a solution with a professional restoration.
Old and antique rugs sometimes need to be re-woven where worn and restored
to life. Newer rugs are rarely in need of repair. An experienced professional
must always be consulted in these matters.
Blotting
& stain removing
When spills occur,
dilute with plenty of water. Next, blot from the edge of the spill towards
the center. Avoid rubbing the area. For solid spills, take a spoon and
carefully scoop-up the material.It is always best to treat the spill immediately.
The information in the adjoining column and the spotting
chart on the next page will help you eliminate most stains. For further
advice, Email us. We will
be glad to help.
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Stain
removal
general
procedure
Always rub
or brush lightly from the outer edge toward the center of the stain to
prevent spreading or causing "the ring" when using solvents, especially
on twist rugs and pile carpets. On old, dry, or stubborn stains, saturate,
blot, and brush. Repeat this operation as often as necessary to remove
the stain completely.
Stain
removal package
You must move
quickly, so please keep a small container with the following items close:
-
Clean Cloths
-
Clothes Brush
-
Mild Detergent
(no Bleaches or Alkalies)
-
White Vinegar
-
Dry Cleaning Fluid
-
Weak Amonia (7%
solution)
-
Sponges
-
Alcohol
-
Glycerin
-
Sponges
How
to clean stains
a. Work
quickly
b.
Blot up excess spills with paper
towels. Do not rub.
c.
Apply antidote(s) as shown on list
with a clean , dry cloth, working
from edge to center.
d.
Do not soak.
e.
Pat with paper towels. Dry with fan
or hair dryer.
f.
Restore pile with clothes brush.
Removing
wax
Put a blotter
or a brown paper bag over the spot. Put a hot iron over the blotter. Wait
a few minutes until the wax is absorbed into the blotter or paper bag.
Repeat if necessary. Move iron constantly do not let it stay in one place.
Removing
ink
Saturate spot
with hairspray. Allow it to dry. Brush lightly with a solution of water
and vinegar.
Removing
glue
Saturate the spot
with a cloth soaked in vinegar or alcohol.
Removing
chewing gum
Press ice cubes
against spot. Wait until it becomes brittle and breaks off. Use spot remover
to get rid of the last traces of the spot. |
