Use and Care Manual
COLONIAL MILLS RUG CARE
You have made a wise investment with your cmi textured braided-texture area rug, and following these simple cleaning tips* will
help extend the life of your rug.
CLEANING
You can retain the beauty of these fine products by regular vacuuming using the hard surface attachment. Do not use the beater
bar on your rug. Remove spots with any dry cleaning fluid. Periodic professional dry cleaning is recommended. Accessory
products may be machine washed, cold water, laid flat to dry.
MAINTENANCE
If threads which hold the braids loosen or break simply sew together with a needle and strong thread. Trim, never pull loose ends.
What may appear to be an irregularity in color or construction is actually part of the homespun look. Reverse for twice the wear.
FLOOR PADDING
Floor padding is strongly recommended to prevent yarn color dye transfer and provide comfort, safety, and durability.
CHARACTERISTICS
Slight irregularities are inherent to all products. Minimal size, dye lot, and pattern repeat variations are to be expected from
handcrafting. Due to tight packing for shipment, product may not lay flat; starting from the center, work wrinkles out with hands or
pole.
* Cleaning and care may differ depending on product contents
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Sunbrella® INDOOR / OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE BRAIDED RUGS
Sunbrella® renaissance™ rugs should be cleaned regularly before dirt and food particles become embedded in the rug.
GENERAL LIGHT CLEANING
Brush or vacuum off loose dirt. If vacuuming, do NOT use the beater brush. Remove spots with commercially available carpet
and rug cleaning products. Accessory products may be machine washed, cold water, laid flat to dry.
HEAVY CLEANING
Sunbrella® renaissance™ rugs do NOT promote mildew growth, however, mildew may grow on dirt and other substances that are
trapped in the yarn when not cleaned regularly. To clean mildew or other stubborn stains: Prepare a solution of 8 ounces of bleach
and 2 ounces of mild soap per gallon of water. Apply to the stained area and gently scrub with a soft bristle brush or sponge.
Rinse to remove all soap residue. Allow rug to air dry.
PROFESSIONAL CLEANING
The services of a professional rug cleaner may be sought if stains are particularly difficult. However, DO NOT DRY CLEAN yarn
Sunbrella® renaissance™ rugs and accessories.
STAIN CHART
This chart contains our recommended cleaning methods of Sunbrella® yarn for some of the most common and toughest stains.
You may also use Carbona® Stain Devil cleaning products. Available from national retailers, Carbona® provides 9 formulas made
to get out different types of stains. Apply the number indicated for your stain.
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