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Basic Rug Care

Rugs deserve the same care as wall-to-wall carpet and, in some cases, require special attention.

  • Washing rugs : If your rug is small enough and the label recommends the use of your own washing machine to wash it, then thoroughly shake out your rug outside first and then put it in your washing machine with a mild detergent and warm water between 90 to 105 degrees. Then tumble dry your rug at the lowest heat setting possible.
  • Beating larger rugs : If your larger rug is easy to pick up, shake it out outside first; then put it over a clothesline or railing and beat it. Next, take the rug inside and vacuum it thoroughly. If the label recommends that your larger rug be dry cleaned, then call Dr. Chem-Dry Carpet & Tile Cleaning and have our expert technicians professionally deep clean your rug. Save yourself time and frustration by calling us first at (480) 420-4227 to set up a cleaning appointment in your Tempe home. Trust your rugs of all types with the professionals at Dr. Chem-Dry Carpet & Tile Cleaning, AZ who have been trained as Area Rug Experts for all off-site cleaning.
  • Vacuuming area rugs : Area rugs with fringe generally require a special cleaning technique. Use a gentle suction and start from the center of the rug, vacuuming toward the fringe while being careful to not catch the strands in the beater bar. Then lift the edges of the rug to vacuum underneath the fringe.
  • Caring for Oriental, Turkish or Persian rugs : Clean your valuable imported area rugs according to the rug manufacturer’s specifications or bring in our professional rug cleaning service. Always be gentle with the fringe. For heirloom-type rugs, you will need professionals. Call The experts at Dr. Chem-Dry Carpet & Tile Cleaning in Tempe, AZ at (480) 420-4227 to learn more about our one-of-a-kind Expert Area Rug cleaning services.
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