Most of the people have questions in their mind while using the hand-knotted rugs that how they can increase the shelf-life of their beautiful decor items, how it can be maintained for a long time and what are the disadvantages of using dirty rugs. Handmade rugs and carpets take several months to weave because it is totally knotted hand by hand with natural material. Some of the carpets such as silk carpets are the finest material as compared to other materials take more time to weave.

“Hand-knotted Rugs“ are the best option for the safety of your floor as it can hide the cracks in floor and enhance the elegance of your house. However cleaning is most important if you are using handmade rugs or carpets. We mostly have older people and children in our house who do not have strong immune system and dust trap in these flooring options can cause allergies and other serious problems. We have mentioned some of the reasons for which you should keep your hand-knotted rugs clean.

Maintain the look: Handmade area rugs take couple of months to weave and they are highly durable as these rugs are made up of wool and silk fibers with the foundation of cotton. They are woven using knot by knot to inch by inch which makes it thick and provides a cozy touch. Therefore, vacuuming them is a great solution to remove dust particles trapped in the piles of the rugs.

A regular deep cleaning is also important to get the hard stains out of the hand-knotted rugs. As a result, you will appreciate the fresh look of your rug and feel happy to show your place to your guests.

Remove the odour of the rug: If there are pets or kids in your house, it is obvious to notice a bad smell in your rugs because of the urine and vomit they produce. So, cleaning is important to maintain hygiene and an occasional steam clean is a great way for having a fresh smelling rug. One can also send his/her carpets to professional rug cleaning store for efficient cleaning or you can use DIY solutions such as vinegar or baking soda solution for the fresh smell.

Improve the air index of your house: It is known that handmade rugs are also used by some people to maintain the air quality of their home but it will not be possible if you don’t clean your rugs and carpets regularly. A clean rug prevents one from different types of skin and respiratory allergies like bronchitis, asthma etc.

A “Handmade Rug“ or carpet can easily trap the pollutants such as dust and dirt particles which can lower the air quality index of your home. These pollutants can also affect the health of your family members who are prone to dust and skin allergies. Hence, a regular cleaning of your area rugs and carpets will help you to maintain a good air quality in your home and protect your loved one’s health from the allergens.