Showing posts with label art of clean spot cleaning on rugs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label art of clean spot cleaning on rugs. Show all posts

Monday, 4 January 2016

The Dustiest Rug you have EVER seen!

Over the years you're likely to notice subtle changes in your carpets and rugs. Maybe it's the light, you think, or maybe the dog fur's built up a little too much you say, whatever it is, that prized rug has taken a turn to the dark-side, or at least the dull-side.

That's when you call Art of Clean, because no matter how furry, dusty, damp, dirty or just plain mucky it has become, Art of Clean feel confident they can get that scruff off your rug.

That being said, every now and then we find a winner for the Dustiest Rug Ever Competition.

NOTE: This is not a real competition and no prizes will be awarded. Sorry.




As you can see, this is a red rug. It's detailed and in generally good nick, except for the excessive build-up of grey gruff.

Somewhere in the office we have one of those old rug beating sticks, the kind the housewives of yesteryear would use to beat their rugs to within an inch of their lives, and on occasion, their husbands too. Nowadays we just pick it up by the scruff of it's neck and shake it until it comes clean...or cleaner at least.

Watch this video to see Pierre man-handling some life back into this piece.




Remember: without care and attention, that delicate rug is likely to edge towards the point where no cleaner, no matter how well trained can bring it back from the brink. For what we call 'High Traffic' rugs (trampled on in the hallway and entrance to your home) a cleaning every couple of years is what we recommend and of course, the occasional vacuum.
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 is a specialist cleaning firm in: 





Working for domestic or commercial clients throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.

For more information on our services contact our friendly team on 01223 863632 or email us at info@artofclean.co.uk



Tuesday, 17 February 2015

Spot cleaning and stain removal on rugs

Rug cleaning in Cambridge - Art of Clean 
Dry Spills

Sweeping is usually the most effective

Wet Spills

Whatever you do, do it quickly. The longer a liquid remains on the rug, the more likely it is to seep into the pile and stain your beautiful rug.
Do not rub - blot with paper towels then dilute the remainder with cold water and continue blotting until the spill is no longer visible. If any traces remain, a small amount of a mild wool detergent may be used. Try to not increase the area of the spill.

Pet Urine

Pet urine can create severe problems. It can cause the colours to run and create a smell that is very hard to eradicate. Quite apart from making a rug more attractive to moths.
Persistent wetting can affect the foundation of a rug by weakening it to such an extent that the rug can actually crack or break.
Act quickly: Blot up as much liquid as possible with paper towels or a clean cloth. Try to rinse out as much of the spill as possible. Adding a cup of vinegar to a gallon of water can help to reduce the smell!

Spot Cleaning

Rinse the rug thoroughly without soaking it, then blot dry before using a non-shedding sponge or cloth to work rug shampoo (or a mixture of 1/4 cup of white vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of liquid dish-washing detergent and 2 cups of tepid water) into the area.
The rinse again with clean water, blot dry and allow to dry thoroughly. Ensure both sides of the rug are completely dry before putting it back into service. Draping the wet rug over a couple of chairs, or similar, will allow the air to circulate all the way round and improve drying.

Remember: With rugs, always work in the direction of the nap.

Crushed Pile

Pile crushed by the legs of heavy furniture or similar can be teased out: brush the indented area with a soft brush, gently moisten the area (a plant spray is ideal) do some more gentle brushing.

Curled Corners or Edges

Curled edges or corners are often a result of the way a rug is woven - most can be eliminated, or at least minimised with careful laying out or in some cases bloked in shape when cleaned or in severe cases the rug will require a repair.


Art of Clean is a specialist cleaning firm in: 






Working for domestic or commercial clients throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.


For more information on our services contact our friendly team on 01223 863632 or email us at info@artofclean.co.uk