Learn How To Take Care Of Your Nepal Rugs Los Angeles

By Donald Hall


Getting rugs nowadays is not very easy considering most of what is in the market is an imitation of the real thing. If you are particular about what kind of rug to use in your home, then you may have to spend much more to get a Nepal rug. For this reason, once you get one it will be important to ensure it is well taken care of so that it gives a much longer service. For you to take good care of Nepal rugs Los Angeles there are some things you need to keep in mind.

The carpet can be damaged by potted plants that are placed on top. Because of the daily watering of the plant and the possibility of leaking pot the mat under the pot is always damp. The moist part will with time became so weakened, and this can make that part of the rug easy to tear even with a bare hand. Keeping the mat in a place where there is water is a way of damaging the runner.

Months and larvae can be found in the dark areas where no one often touches and especially if there is moisture around it. Sometimes the infestation can be so dangerous that the city gets cobweb substance covering the damp place. Sand and other debris can also accumulate in those locations. Though you can weave a place where a moth has eaten up part of the mat, if it is a vast area then it could be challenging and expensive.

Most of the dyes used in rugs are resistant to bleaching and sun fading. However, the ultraviolet rays are unyielding nature forces that will fade the carpet over a span of time if used in the sunny regions of the world. Think of getting sheer drapes that will block the direct sun rays and turn the rug at least once every year end to end for even color variations.

At the time when you want to change the position of the mat, make sure you do not drag it with force as this may cause wear especially and the fringes and ends. When you lift the rug rapidly waving it from the edge, it will allow air underneath. The trapped air would make the mat easy to move other than forcing it by dragging.

If you want your mat to age evenly, it is advisable to change it from one edge to another so that the exposure to sunlight and shade is equal on all parts of the rug. In regions where the floor is uneven or, loose floorboards make the rug to wear much faster.

The best way to clean the carpet is to use water and mild detergent, but when you use vacuum cleaners with a hard brush, then the chances of the tear will be increased. If you have to use vacuum cleaners then, it is best if you could use the nozzle only. The brush may cause the fringes to tear.

When you want to store the mat make sure it is thoroughly cleaned and then you use the insecticide to spray then cover it with synthetic paper or plastic. You should avoid the use of newspapers for covering or any other paper that can allow in moisture. Other than allowing water they are acidic and do not protect the mat from insect infestation. Store the mat when you are sure it is dry.




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