Thursday, June 5, 2014

Proper Maintenance And Care Of Antique Rugs Is Important

By Sally Delacruz


Having beautiful floors in the home can be achieved in a great variety of ways. Many people prefer large, ceramic tiles in an array of colors. Others are not happy with anything except hardwood floors. Some individuals have linoleum in their kitchens and bathrooms, and carpets in all their other rooms. Whether they have carpets, linoleum, ceramic tiles, or hardwood floors, numerous people choose to accessorize their floors with antique rugs.

A primary way ways to preserve any type of flooring material is to care for and maintain it correctly. Ceramic tiles might require a special kind of cleaning solution, as well as special brushes. Hardwood floors may be cleaned beautifully with oil and a rag. Caring for carpets and rugs properly is also important. People who have the types of rugs that people often refer to as Oriental or Persian rugs might want to follow a few tips that can help them preserve their expensive floor accessories.

Placing a big object on a floor covering may not be advisable, depending on the particular floor covering. People should be careful about positioning certain objects on their gorgeous rugs. Placing potted plants on such a floor accessory is usually not a good decorating strategy. If the rug is exposed to soil or water, repairing the damage could be impossible. Damage caused by the spread of mildew may also be difficult or impossible to repair.

Damage from water and moisture could be one of the top concerns for people who own this special kind of floor covering. Whether a rug is an antique or is designed to look like one, it might not withstand water spills very well. Avoiding spills or the spread of moisture is always advisable. However, if a spill occurs, it may be best to consult a professional cleaner or rug company for assistance.

Floor coverings may be especially susceptible to damage caused by moths. An adult moth is not apt to eat a rug, but it can lay a lot of eggs in the top layer of one. When its larvae begin to develop, they will likely consume the fibers in the rug. Eventually, they could destroy an entire rug, or most of it. In such a case, a professional would be needed to restore the item.

Household pets may also damage beautiful floor coverings. Dogs generally damage carpets and rugs with their sharp teeth, although they might also utilize their claws to ruin rugs. A cat may cause problems on an expensive rug with its claws, but some cats also spray urine on floor coverings. Keeping animals off of expensive floor accessories is advisable. Pet owners can explore many tips online about how to encourage pets to stay away from specific areas in the home.

Vacuuming can be an issue if it is done incorrectly. Vacuuming may be greatly beneficial to the overall condition of a rug, since keeping it clean can help to preserve it. If a rug is fringed at the ends, the fringe should not be vacuumed. Using some brushes may actually damage a rug, so avoiding brushes with stiff bristles is probably wise.

A beautiful floor accessory can alter the appearance of a home. Some floor coverings require special care. If cared for properly, a rug can last for a lifetime.




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