Use and Care Manual

Rugs
Wool
Vacuumregularly. Forthe firsttwo tothree months, additional
vacuuming without the beater barturned on(orwiththehighest
pile setting) may benecessary to managethe normal shedding
that occurs.
Blot spills immediately with a clean, absorbent white cloth.
Rugs should notbesaturated with cleaning solvents or scrubbed
excessively. We suggest using products designed specifically
forwoolor dryextractionpowders suchas Host.≈For bestresults,
periodic professional cleaning is recommended.
Shagrugs willcontinue toshed for their entirelife.
Loose tufts should be cut, not pulled.
Rotate the rug periodically to help reduce uneven wear.
Avoid placing rugs in direct sunlight to prevent fading over time.
A rug pad is recommended for all rugs. If the intended use is over
carpeting, our Multisurface Rug Pad is recommended.
Natural Fiber
Vacuum regularly.
Blot spills immediately with aclean, absorbent white cloth. Spot
cleanwitha dryextraction powdersuchasHost.≈ Forbestresults,
professional dry extraction cleaning is recommended.
Naturalfibers arequite absorbent andcan shrink andexpand with
changesin humidity. They are intended for indoor use only and
are not recommended for use in damp or humid areas, such as
bathrooms.
Keep out of direct sunlight to help prevent fading.
Rotatethe rug periodically to helpreduce uneven wear.
Latex rug backing may interact with uncured hardwood floor
finishes. Use rug pad when placing rug over finished hardwood
floorsor carpeting. OurMultisurface RugPad is recommended.
Hair-on-Hide
Vacuumregularlywithoutthebeaterbar(orhighestpilesetting)
to extend the life of the rug.
Rotate periodically for even wear.
Professional dry extraction cleaning isrecommended.
Our Multisurface Rug Pad is recommended.
Cotton
Mostsmaller-sized cotton rugsare machine-washable. Larger
sizescan be washed in industrial-sized washersor dry cleaned.
Avoidplacing cotton rugs indirect sunlight to prevent fading
over time.
A rug pad is recommended for all cotton rugs. If the intended use
is over carpeting, our Multisurface Rug Pad is recommended.
Synthetic
Our machine-woven, synthetic fiber rugs offer value in a new
generation ofman-made materials that oftenmimic thelook of
bothnatural fiberandwool rugs,whileresisting stains,and wear
and tear.
Indoor Rugs
Vacuum regularly.
Blot spills immediately with a clean, absorbent white cloth.
Spotcleanor shampoo witha mild detergent. Forbest results,
periodic professional cleaning is recommended.
Arug pad is recommended for all indoor rugs. If the intended use
is over carpeting, our Multisurface Rug Pad is recommended.
Indoor/Outdoor Rugs
Wash with a mild detergent and rinse with a garden hose.
Rug Pads
Because rugs wear primarily from the back first, we recommend
the use of a pad to lengthen the life of your rug, as well as provide
stability and cushioning. We offer two protective options, depending
on the construction and use of the rug.
Multisurface Thin Rug Pad
Double-sided for use over both carpeted and hard-surface floors,
this nonslip pad provides a moderate cushioned base for a variety
of rug types. Will not stain, discolor or leavemarks on flooring.
Use the polyester felt side over carpeted surfaces; latex side is
for useon hard-surface floorsand floors withradiant heating.
Wipe latex side clean with a damp cloth; vacuum fabric side.
Trimforexact fit.Guaranteedfor 15years.Forindoor useonly.
Multisurface Thick Rug Pad
Double-sided for useover bothcarpeted and hard-surface floors,
this nonslip pad provides a firm, cushioned base ideal for all
rug types, especiallyhand-tufted and hand-knotted wool rugs.
Thicker pad hides irregularities in stone and tile floors, reduces
puckering around furniture legs, insulates noise and cold, and
makesvacuuming moreefficient.Use thepolyester felt sideover
carpeted surfaces; latex side is for use on hard-surface floors
and floors with radiant heating.
Wipe latex side clean with a damp cloth; vacuumfabric side.
Trimforexact fit.Guaranteedfor 15years.Forindoor useonly.
Rug Care Products
Cleaning Kit
We recommend the all-natural Host≈ Dry CarpetCleaning kit
for spot cleaning and for dry extraction cleaning of our fiber,
cotton and woolrugs.