Use and Care Guide

ManualsBrandsColonial Mills ManualsArea RugsBoston Common Harbour Lites 4 ft. x 6 ft.Oval Braided Area Rug

Rug Care

You have made a wise investment with your cmi braided area rug, and following these simple cleaning tips* will help

extend the life of your rug.

CLEANING

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

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.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Rug Care You have made a wise investment with your cmi braided area rug, and following these simple cleaning tips* will help extend the life of your rug. CLEANING 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.
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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.
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Cola Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.) / 1 gallon water 8 Crayon Paint remover (100%), oil or grease remover (mix as directed) 3 Egg (raw) Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.) / 1 gallon water 4 Food color Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.) / 1 gallon water / white vinegar (3 oz.) 6 Grape juice Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.) / 1 gallon water 8 Gravy Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.
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Paint (latex) dried Paint remover (100%), oil or grease remover (mix as directed) 1 Paint (oil or lacquer) Paint remover (100%), oil or grease remover (mix as directed) 5 Shoe polish (liquid) Volatile solvent (acetone) 100% 7 Shoe polish (wax) Apply heated iron over towel, volatile solvent (acetone) 100% 1 Suntan lotion Pine Power® or pine oil detergent / water (mix as directed) 5 Tea Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.) / 1 gallon water 8 Tomato Juice Dishwashing liquid (2 oz.