Handmade Carpet Care: 4 Pro Tips to Protect Your Expensive Rug
Handmade Carpet Care
Handmade carpet care starts the moment life happens—whether it’s a coffee spill, your dog’s wet paws, or your toddler’s crayon masterpiece. These things sting a little more when they land on a rug you’ve lovingly chosen. At Ramsha Carpets, we know a handmade carpet is more than a floor covering—it’s a piece of art, a legacy, and a reflection of your style.
So how do you protect that fine handmade rug you spent weeks selecting?
Relax. This is your step-by-step Ramsha-approved guide to keeping it in excellent shape for years.
🧼 Rugs Aren’t Invincible—But They Can Be Close (With TLC)
Let’s get one thing straight: even the most luxurious handwoven rugs must contend with real life. Whether it’s a shag rug in your lounge, a runner rug in the hallway, or a cozy kids rug in the nursery, it needs more than admiration—it needs smart, low-maintenance love.
Here’s how:
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Use a rug pad to avoid slippage and reduce wear.
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Rotate rugs every few months to even out sun exposure and foot traffic.
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Protect from heavy furniture using felt pads or coasters—sofa and bed legs can crush delicate piles.
These small acts are the foundation of effective handmade carpet care.
🌀 Vacuum Gently—Like You’re Petting a Cat, Not Wrestling One
Vacuuming your rug is essential—but how you vacuum makes all the difference.
Aggressive vacuuming with rotating brush heads can chew through threads, destroying delicate work. Use gentle suction only, and avoid using the beater bar.
For high-traffic spaces like living rooms or hallways:
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Light vacuuming once a week keeps dust and dirt from embedding.
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Avoid vacuuming fringes—they’re vulnerable to getting caught and torn.
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Flip your oval rugs or dining room rugs every few months for balanced wear.
A little gentle effort goes a long way in preserving your rug’s charm.
💧 Blot Spills—Never Rub
This might be the single most important handmade carpet care rule. Stains are inevitable, but how you respond matters more than the stain itself.
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Always blot spills with a soft cloth, starting at the edges and moving inward.
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Do not scrub or rub, as it can fray fibers and push stains deeper.
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Keep a rug-safe stain remover handy (never use vinegar, lemon juice, or baking soda).
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For delicate white fur rugs or kids room rugs, treat spots with care—or call professionals like us for advice.
☀️ Sunlight: Great for Photos, Bad for Rugs
Sunlight is a silent rug killer. It fades dyes, weakens fibers, and accelerates aging. So what’s the smart move?
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Avoid placing rugs in direct sunlight.
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Use curtains or blinds to diffuse natural light.
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Rotate rugs quarterly to balance any unavoidable exposure.
Whether it’s a bold shag rug or a hand-knotted antique, handmade carpet care means keeping your pieces out of extended UV exposure.
🧵 It’s Not Just a Rug—It’s a Ramsha
At Ramsha Carpets, we craft every rug like it’s meant to be lived on, loved, and passed down. From small rugs to big rugs for living room, from luxe custom rugs to timeless vintage rugs, every piece is made with enduring beauty and effortless style in mind.
So whether you’re looking to buy rugs for a new space or just got your hands on one of our best shag rugs, give it the care it deserves. Let it age gracefully- like a good wine, or better yet, a Ramsha.
Rugs can’t speak, but they do show their wear. And with just a little attention, yours will keep telling its story for decades- soft, stylish, and still stealing the spotlight.
