Rug Care Guide
Rug Envy's rugs are made from a variety of materials that require different methods of cleaning.
Use the rug material guide below to keep your rug looking great for years to come.
General Care
» Rotating your rug every six months will help you avoid uneven wear and tear.
» We recommend having your rug professionally cleaned every three to six years depending on use.
» Using an anti-slip pad under your rug will extend the life of your rug, prevent sliding, and to protect your floors.
» For additional rug care advice please contact a professional carpet/ rug cleaner.
Natural Fibres
Jute
This strong, silky soft, organic fibre is derived from plants native to India.
Jute is a breathable, cost-effective fibre that adds a natural element to eco-friendly households all over the world.
Care Instructions
Natural fibres are prone to being absorbent and are best suited for dry areas in your home.
» Avoid using Jute rugs in bathrooms, kitchens, and wet areas as this will decrease the longevity of this fibre.
» Rotate or flip your jute rug every three to six months to avoid uneven wear and tear
» Lightly vacuum as powerful vacuums may damage the weaved fibres and cause fraying
» Avoid spills as this fibre is not designed to get wet
» Use a dry absorbent microfibre cloth to gently dab over spills or stains
Wool
The fibre we can’t live without!...
This incredibly versatile fibre is flame retardant, warm in winter and cool in summer.
Wools natural elasticity allows it to be made into soft piles that hold their shape.
New wool rugs are prone to light shedding occurring in the first three to six months.
Shedding renews the fibre and keeps your wool rug looking fresh and new for many years.
Hand knotted, felted wool piles are a low shed option as they are tightly woven holding the fibres in place.
Care Instructions
» Lightly vacuum once a week using a hard floor attachment on a light setting to avoid loosening fibres.
(Don’t forget to vacuum the base of your rug occasionally as dirt can accumulate here as well)
» For spills you can apply a small amount of mild soap with warm water and blot excess liquid with paper towel or colour free cloth.
(Make sure you choose a mild soap free from any bleach of hydrogen peroxide)
» In most cases, warm water and a small amount of mild soap will take care of spills if attended to quickly.
Synthetic Fibres
Polyester
Polyester is a synthetic soft fibre that is durable, lightweight, low shed and easy to clean.
This fibre is usually found in shag rugs or blended with polypropylene.
Care Instructions
» Lightly vacuum once or twice a week
» Blot spills with a paper towel or colour free cloth (avoid wiping or scrubbing)
» When a spills may cause a stain, you can apply a small amount of mild soap with warm water and blot excess liquid with paper towel or colour free cloth
(Make sure you choose a mild soap free from any bleach of hydrogen peroxide)
» In most cases, warm water and a small amount of mild soap will take care of spills if attended to quickly
Viscose
This semi-synthetic fibre is derived from wood pulp, a natural source that requires extensive processing.
Viscose is popular for its lightweight, silky-smooth feel. As seen in our rug collections, viscose is often blended with wool fibre to make a range of unique designs.
Care Instructions
» Lightly vacuum once or twice a week
» Blot spills with a paper towel or colourless cloth (Avoid wiping or scrubbing)
» When cleaning up spills on viscose rugs, apply a small amount of mild soap with warm water and blot excess liquid with paper towel or colour free cloth
(Make sure you choose a mild soap free from any bleach of hydrogen peroxide)
» In most cases, warm water and a small amount of mild soap will take care of spills if attended to quickly
Polypropylene
Heat-set Polypropylene is the second most widely produced plastic.
This synthetic fibre is machine made and used to make rugs that are durable, colour fast, non-shed, easy to clean and stain resistant.
Care Instructions
» Vacuum once or twice a week.
» Dab spills with a paper towel or colour free cloth (Avoid wiping or scrubbing)
» Apply a small amount of mild soap with warm water and blot excess liquid with paper towel or colour free cloth.
(Make sure you choose a mild soap free from any bleach of hydrogen peroxide)
» In most cases, warm water and a small amount of mild soap will take care of spills if attended to quickly.
(oil-based spills are more likely to stain)