Regardless of whether you’ve placed your area rug in a high-traffic or low-traffic spot, it’s important to clean it regularly to prevent dust, grime, and dirt accumulation. Below, we’ve asked ...

Watching all the dirt come out is SO satisfying.

Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer to the best way to clean a rug because it depends on what type of rug you have and what type of cleaning it needs. But if you're dreaming of a clean ...

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Area rugs can add a lot of style and function to almost any room. Put one in your kitchen to keep your feet comfortable while you're cooking or doing the dishes; make one the focal point of your ...

My neighbor is moving and gave me her 8-by-12-foot Persian rug. She says it needs to be cleaned. I found out it might cost $500 or more to have it professionally cleaned, and I might not even like the ...

Learning how to clean area rugs is a smart way to save money. While they do tie rooms together, they can also get grungy. Keeping them clean will extend their lifespan. Shake the rug outside on a ...

It depends on what you mean by “cleaner.” ...