Shaggy rug cleaning

I do love my Shaggy rug, but was not too sure how to tackle it with my Dyson, or even if I should…

So, as ever, I knew that Des would have the answer:

“The Shaggy rug supplied by Majestic Rugs is produced in 100% Stain-resistant Polypropylene heat set yarn to provide the maximum opportunity to retain both pile definition and original good looks. This luxurious long-piled Shaggy rug is also produced in traditional Wilton Weave construction to provide excellent and sturdy surface tuft pile anchorage.

Tuft pile anchorage is important, as this allows the rug to be vacuumed with both a suction cleaner and a beater action floor cleaner, by following these simple rules –

A) The suction cleaner should be on a low setting.
B) The beater action cleaner should be on a high setting.

Before you vacuum your Shaggy rug it would be wise to lift and shake the rug in order to loosen any normal household dust and grit, and this will help to make vacuuming more efficient. Our Shaggy rug is a heavy product and therefore it may not be practical or possible to lift or to shake, and therefore I recommend that you lift one edge of the rug, and then flap the rug to create an air flow wave beneath the rug. This will help to loosen the dust and grit and allow for more efficient vacuuming.

Every three months I recommend that you turn the rug over completely and then vacuum the back of the rug to remove dust and grit. It is always surprising how this manages to congregate in spite of normal household cleaning. Regular vacuuming of all rugs and carpets is strongly recommended to prolong the product life and good looks and also to help prevent premature wear.

Caution: This advice is applicable to the Shaggy rug quality supplied by Majestic Rugs Ltd, and may not necessarily apply to other shaggy rug qualities available from other sources.”

Thanks, Des – thorough advice on how to keep my Shaggy rug in great condition.  I never thought to turn a rug over and vacuum the underside – what a great idea!