How To Freshen Up Your Rug

When it s clean it s time to roll it up carefully and take the rug outside to your cleaning station.

How to freshen up your rug.

You ll need around one box of baking soda per 10 by 10. Run a vacuum or a clean soft bristled brush over your area rug to loosen up the fibers of the rug as they may have compacted during the washing drying process. Area rugs are a great way to add warmth and personality to your decor but after prolonged use they will need a good cleaning to look like new. Once the rug has dried completely use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum the rug to loosen up the carpet fibers of the rug as they have probably become compacted during the cleaning process.

Prop it up at the station with the right side facing you. For most modern rugs cleaning can be a once a year diy project that saves you the expense of professional cleaning. Lay the rug flat and allow the top of the rug to dry completely. If your rug is tagged with specific cleaning instructions follow those.

To tackle any stains. Then return your rug to the room. Mix one part white vinegar with three parts water and use a sponge to clean the stains from your carpet. Freshen up with some baking soda.

To make your own carpet deodorizer combine one cup of baking soda with 1 2 cup cornstarch. Let it air dry out of direct sunlight and vacuum. How often should you clean a rug. However be careful as it may bleach your carpet.

Vacuuming your rugs every couple of weeks will prevent a buildup of dirt which can lead to tricky stains. Next add your favorite herbal scent or essential oils and sprinkle on your rug. I prefer to sprinkle lavender flowers from the garden into my homemade carpet freshener but using eucalyptus or citronella oils will get fleas hopping just before vacuuming. If your rug is still dusty at this stage you can take a page out of the old frontier book and beat it with a broom handle or similar tool to knock even more dust out.

Next sprinkle a liberal amount of baking soda on the carpet and let it sit for 10 minutes. The next to last step to clean an area rug is simply letting it dry.