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VISCOSE RUGS
Viscose, or art silk, has the same soft, luxurious look and feel as silk, but at a much more affordable
price.
A carpet sweeper is best for 100 percent viscose rugs, but if you do use a vacuum, set the power to low
and disengage the beater bars.
Viscose is extremely absorbent so remove stains using a damp cloth and a mild cleanser. For tough
stains, use the stain solution suggested above and gently apply the foam that rises to the top to the
stained area. Blot with a clean damp cloth to finish.
Try to keep a viscose rug in a cool and dry location. Excessive moisture can cause the yarns to yellow or
the dyes to bleed, while high heat can cause the rug yarns to shrink.
WOOL RUGS
Wool rugs may shed as a natural consequence of how they are made. However, this shedding will
gradually diminish with proper vacuuming.
 Use a high-quality rug pad under your carpet to reduce surface friction.
 Vacuum 1-2 times a week for the first few weeks using a low pressure vacuum cleaner without
beater bars.
 Do not pull “stray” loops. Always cut them back with scissors.
NATURAL SHEEPSKIN RUGS
Sheepskin is naturally water resistant and durable, but proper maintenance is still recommended to
keep your rug looking its best and feeling soft as fleece.
 Brush the fur with a sheepskin brush routinely to avoid matting.