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The Incredibly Shrinking Rugs!!!

The Incredibly Shrinking Rugs!!!

The Incredibly Shrinking Rugs!!! Rugs do shrink. Some slight – a fraction of an inch … some a lot – inches. Usually on their very first wash IF they have not been washed after being woven (good rug manufacturers generally wash their rugs after weaving is done). How...
What’s Lurking Beneath The Dirt???

What’s Lurking Beneath The Dirt???

What’s Lurking Beneath The Dirt??? That’s a really good question. I mean, take a look at this rug right here: Filthy rug may be hiding SECRET DANGERS! What could be lurking here? Plenty of pre-existing dangers – old stains, old dye migration, old repairs, abrash,...
Dirty, Rotten Rugs…

Dirty, Rotten Rugs…

Dirty, Rotten Rugs… Many woven rugs have a COTTON foundation (warps and wefts). I mentioned in the prior blog post that if you have old urine stains saturating a rug over time (or any spill for that matter) – you can risk mildew growth in those foundation fibers, and...
Pet Puddles & Kitty Catastrophes

Pet Puddles & Kitty Catastrophes

Pet Puddles & Kitty Catastrophes This will probably not get me a whole bunch of fans – but I’m going to say it anyway. My attitude toward pets is pretty much the same I have with kids … I love them when they are OTHER people’s. 🙂 More than 60% of homes have pets....
They are ALL crooked!

They are ALL crooked!

They are ALL crooked! Here’s a secret for you… ALL handmade rugs are crooked. Some may aim for perfection, but it’s very hard to achieve when hand crafting anything. Have you ever written in a journal, set it down then picked it up to write again? When you go back you...
Pad – What You Need To Know

Pad – What You Need To Know

Pad – What You Need To Know Every rug on a hard surface can benefit from a rug pad.   There are a wide variety of pads on the market. A good pad will provide several benefits. It will prevent sliding and slipping on a smooth floor, it will help rugs lay flatter,...