Rug care

Looked after, a rug outlives its owner

Seven habits that keep a hand-knotted rug in good order for decades. If in doubt, ask us first.

Vacuum regularly
Use a vacuum without a beater bar, and never run it across the fringe.
Turn it
Turn the rug once or twice a year so sun and footfall age it evenly.
Mind the sun
Keep it out of constant direct sun, which lightens colour unevenly over time.
Blot spills at once
Use a clean white cloth and cold water. Do not rub, and do not use household carpet cleaners.
Use an underlay
It stops slipping, protects the back and cushions the pile.
Have it washed professionally
Every few years, by a specialist in hand-knotted rugs.
Store it rolled
Never folded. Wrap it in breathable cotton and keep it somewhere dry.
Not sure? Ask us
If you are unsure about a mark or a product, write to us before you act.