We get a lot of questions about how to care for and clean wool rugs. With so many home rug cleaning products on the market and blogs on cleaning tips, we wanted to help you understand your best options. So today, we thought we’d discuss some of these questions and talk about how we professionally
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Oriental rugs are often the prized object in your home. Many people plan their entire interior design around a stunning rug. As a result, your antique rug needs to be treated with care and respect. So join us today as we discuss how to properly clean an oriental rug. How NOT to Clean an Oriental
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Silk is often considered a luxury fabric and not one we often associate with rugs. It is a beautiful, strong fibre that looks and feels fabulous. But, as with any popular or luxury item, the market is often flooded with inferior products. So join us as we discuss the difference between real silk rugs and
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Wool rugs are still one of the most commonly sold and used rugs. With a range of pile lengths, gorgeous colours, and traditional use in handwoven rugs, wool rugs can be found everywhere. However, not many people understand how to care for their rug at home or what is involved in wool rug cleaning. So
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As your rug begins to age, you might start to notice some wear and tear. Rugs in high trafficked areas of your home will show damage faster than others. We are often asked about rug repairs and one common concern is the appearance of little white knots in rugs. So let’s discuss what white knots
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We often get asked by customers if you can dry clean a rug. However, it’s not a simple yes or no answer. The experts at Woods Rug Laundry would like you to join us as we discuss when you can, and when you can’t, get your rug dry cleaned. What is the difference between rug
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You might be wondering why you need a professional rug cleaning, especially when you see shelf after shelf of “do it yourself” and “home carpet cleaning” products on supermarket shelves. Rugs are a valuable investment, especially if your rug is an antique. And not all rugs can be treated the same. So here are our
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Years ago, if you wanted to buy a rug you simply went to a rug store. Most of the time you would walk away with a wool rug. Wool rugs are strong, take dyes vividly, wash up wonderfully and, simply, last for years! Even lower quality rugs from this era can still last decades. Rugs
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One of the worst issues that can befall a rug is dry rot. Mould, mildew and dry rot describe the various types and stages of fungi that may be infecting your rug. Mould and mildew can sometimes be killed and removed without much evidence left on the rug – if you get to it relatively
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In modern home design rugs are back in a big way. With top home design programs like the Block singing their praises, everyone wants the perfect rug for their home. So here are our top 5 tips for choosing the perfect rug for your home! Tip 1 –Style Rugs come in a variety of ranges
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A good rug wash is recommended for all rugs, especially wool, oriental, and specialty rugs. All kinds of woven rugs need regular cleaning and washing. However, despite the claims made by home cleaning brands, you simply cannot fully clean your rug at home. A poorly cleaned rug leads to more damage and even the destruction
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Rug cleaning is often the last thing on our minds as the year begins to draw to a close. As the days warm up and the end of the year gets closer, we know party season is approaching. The AFL Grand Final, Cup Day, Christmas and New Year are approaching faster and faster and our
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Pets are wonderful companions and additions to your family. However, man’s best friend can also be a rug’s worst enemy, especially when they do not have ready access to a yard, litter tray or during the colder months of the year. Join the experts at Woods Rug Laundry as we discuss the stinky issue of
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