{"title":"Rug Care \u0026 Maintenance Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quality rug is an investment in your home. Whether you've chosen a wool, cotton, jute, polyester or indoor\/outdoor rug, proper care will help preserve its appearance, comfort and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1puqbm6\" data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"282\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRotate Your Rug\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eRotate your rug every \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e4–6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure even wear and minimise fading from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1smmos0\" data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eVacuum Regularly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tnejx7\" data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eVacuum once or twice a week (more often in high-traffic areas).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fbf8uu\" data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eUse suction only on delicate or handwoven rugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qsl6wv\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eAvoid aggressive rotating brush heads on natural fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mhkv71\" data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eProtect from Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eLimit prolonged exposure to direct sunlight by rotating your rug regularly or using curtains and blinds where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"oarptk\" data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eUse a Rug Underlay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eA quality underlay helps prevent slipping, protects your flooring, reduces wear and extends the life of your rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xixvlw\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"891\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eNew Rug Shedding\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eLight shedding is normal with new wool and hand-tufted rugs and will reduce over time. Do not pull loose fibres—carefully trim them with scissors if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1x249yl\" data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1077\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpills \u0026amp; Stain Care\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eIf a spill occurs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8c0pjd\" data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eBlot immediately with a clean, dry white cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yz3f1t\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eNever rub the stain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pwxwg7\" data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eWork from the outside towards the centre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aqxdou\" data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eAllow the rug to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eFor stubborn stains, we recommend using a professional rug cleaning specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a55f359-a4b8-83ea-9b3c-10dadf7783b7-0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a55f359-a4b8-83ea-9b3c-10dadf7783b7-0\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a55f359-a4b8-83ea-9b3c-10dadf7783b7-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-16\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"fd201480-9073-4f1d-912a-57aab074b9bf\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"18bfycj\" data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1360\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRug Care by Material\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hvgl0u\" data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eWool Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ny0nk\" data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eVacuum regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kt66r6\" data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eExpect light shedding initially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kn50j2\" data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eBlot spills immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"193gnoc\" data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eAvoid excessive moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"18p8cvs\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eCotton Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ny0nk\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eVacuum regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2lyaof\" data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eSpot clean with mild detergent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1632v9b\" data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eAvoid soaking and allow to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c0o123\" data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eJute Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1066jis\" data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eVacuum using suction only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1riaa7m\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eKeep dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rw6s58\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eAvoid steam cleaning and excessive moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19t2d3b\" data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eWool \u0026amp; Jute Blend Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ny0nk\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eVacuum regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17vae0p\" data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eMinimise moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mgln4u\" data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eClean spills immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q22hve\" data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eProfessional cleaning is recommended when required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ynfaiy\" data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003ePolyester Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"henqw0\" data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eVacuum frequently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l5l03q\" data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eSpot clean with mild soap and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12lmcj6\" data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eDry thoroughly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fsekbe\" data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eIndoor \u0026amp; Outdoor Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g4tslz\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eVacuum or shake out regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fqd950\" data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eWash with clean water and mild detergent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u4l9av\" data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eAllow to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hefykh\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eStore indoors during extended wet weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"412lfj\" data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"412lfj\" data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eFurniture Placement\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eHeavy furniture may leave temporary indentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s0ahwf\" data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eRotate furniture where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ctozbk\" data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eGently brush fibres back into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m1wtul\" data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eAllow time for the pile to recover naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"oz3d8o\" data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"oz3d8o\" data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eProfessional Cleaning\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eProfessional cleaning is recommended every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e12–24 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more frequently in homes with children, pets or heavy foot traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"4wqru4\" data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003eNatural fibre and handcrafted rugs may feature slight variations in colour, texture or weave. These are natural characteristics of the product and not manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"jla8c0\" data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"jla8c0\" data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eCare Disclaimer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eThese recommendations are intended as general care guidelines. Off The Floor cannot accept responsibility for damage caused by improper cleaning methods, unsuitable products or third-party cleaning services. Always test cleaning solutions on an inconspicuous area first and consult a professional for difficult stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"z7p1hg\" data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"z7p1hg\" data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003eDesigned to Last\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"430\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThoughtful care will ensure your Off The Floor rug continues to offer lasting comfort, enduring quality and timeless style for years to come.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"grnsb8\" data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"454\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/offthefloor.co.za\/collections\/rug-care-maintenance-guide.oembed","provider":"Off The Floor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}