Roll out the welcome mat and get acquainted with our guide on how to clean a rug—because how long has it been, honestly?

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They might not be the first thing on your spring cleaning checklist, but rugs (like those small area rugs in your entryway and kitchen) need to be cleaned regularly to maintain their appearance and ...

You love your area rug, and you probably do the regular care and maintenance that it needs. You vacuum it regularly, making sure to keep the pet hair in check. And you likely rotate it once a year so ...

Sweep regularly and deep clean twice a year with soap, water, and a gentle scrub. Rinse well, air-dry fully, and store rolled and dry during winter. Choose weather-resistant rugs like polypropylene to ...

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 ...