Vacuuming is essential if you’d like to keep your Toronto Persian rug clean and prolong its longevity.Vacuuming removes the dirt and debris that becomes ingrained in the rug from daily use, which can damage fibres by acting as tiny knives. Dirt can also become so impacted that it alters the colour, making a rug appear dull and lifeless. As a result, it’s best to vacuum at least once or twice a week, depending on how frequently you walk on the rug.
When vacuuming a Persian rug, make sure you use the right attachment. There are two options: one is known as the beater-bar and the other is the rug attachment. The beater-bar has a rotating brush in the end to help “beat” loose dirt that has settled at the bottom of a rug, caught in the pile. This freed dirt is then suctioned away. The beater-bar is best for machine made floor coverings with a shorter pile, such as wall-to-wall carpeting. The rug attachment is about the same size but has no brush. On more delicate carpets or ones with a high pile, the rug attachment is preferred.
Caution should always be taken when cleaning the fringe of a traditional Persian rug. It’s best to use no attachment and lower the suctioning power.
Some Persian and Oriental rug dealers recommend that you should not vacuum a rug and instead shake or beat it. Although this may be true for some types, in most cases you can safely use a vacuum as long as it has the right attachment and exercise care when cleaning. If you’re not sure, simply ask the the dealer and they’ll let you know the proper care instructions for the rug you’ve purchased.
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