Rugs collect more grit than most people realise. Sand, dust and pet hair work down into the pile and wear the fibres every time someone walks across them, and spills soak into the backing. In Brisbane homes with polished timber floors or tiles, a rug often takes the traffic that carpet would in another house, so it gets dirty quickly.
Before any cleaning starts, the crew we book checks what the rug is made of and whether the dyes are stable. Synthetic rugs handle hot water well. Wool rugs need cooler water and a gentler solution. Silk, viscose, jute and some hand-knotted rugs are better with a low-moisture method or a wash off-site, and the crew will tell you if your rug needs that.
- A fibre and dye test in an out-of-the-way corner
- Dry soil removal with a vacuum or rug beater
- Pre-treatment of stains and traffic paths
- Cleaning with the method that suits the fibre
- Hand cleaning of fringes
- Grooming the pile so it dries evenly
Most rugs cleaned in the home are dry within four to eight hours, though a thick wool rug on a humid day can take longer. Raising the rug off the floor, or hanging a small one over a rail, lets air reach both sides and helps it dry evenly. Keep furniture off the rug until it is dry, as wet pile can take on marks from timber legs.
When you call, tell us how many rugs you have, their rough sizes, what they are made of if you can see a label, and any stains or pet accidents. We give you upfront pricing on the phone. To book rug cleaning in Brisbane, call 07 3916 2932 and a local crew will be lined up.
