Wool area rugs are the most popular of all types of area rugs on the market today. Wool is a durable and safe natural material and is easy to take care of and to keep clean. Floor rugs come in a wide variety of different materials from synthetic to natural fibers, and in a range of styles and designs from contemporary wool area rugs to braided, shag rugs, hand-woven or machine made rugs.
Wool and cotton are some of the most popular natural materials, although many homeowners also love sisal, jute and bamboo. Wool is also often mixed with a small part of cotton. Nylon, nylon blends, rayon, viscose and polypropylene/olefin are some of the commonly used synthetic rug materials. Rugs come in all shapes too, from round wool area rugs to rectangular and oval or 8 x 10 wool area rugs.
The wool used in rug making often comes from sheep, although more exotic animals including, the alpaca and llama also produce good quality wool. Goats are another source of affordable wool for rugs. A wool area rug is the perfect choice for a family home or for anyone who suffers from allergies. Because of its ability to resist allergy-causing dust mites, wool is safe to use for most allergy sufferers and it is also a good natural material for the children’s room or the nursery.
A woolen rug can be used in rooms that are used a lot by children or by adults, because wool is one of the most resilient and durable materials available for a rug. Unlike many synthetic options, these fire retardant rugs resist fire as well as water, and they are easier to keep clean than some of the more expensive natural fibers. Wool also keeps color very well and it resists many typical household stains that can damage other less resilient materials.
To keep a woolen rug clean, use a vacuum cleaner frequently to remove dust. If your rug has suffered from stains, you can easily clean it at home. Before washing a wool rug, vacuum clean both sides. If there are clearly visible stains on the rug, use a stain-removing product that is specifically made to be safe for wool, but make sure it does not remove the color. To wash the rug, use a mix of cold water and a gentle liquid soap. The easiest way to wash it is to use a sponge or a mop. Make sure to rinse off all the soap and leave the rug to dry, laying it on a flat surface. After it is cleaned, re-introduce it back into your home decor so you can enjoy it for many more years to come.
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