A: New rugs may tend to shed yarn fibers in the beginning, and depending on the weave and foot traffic levels your area rug endures, it may continue to shed over the span of its lifetime. Proper and regular vacuuming will help eliminate rug fibers and keep the rug looking fresh and clean.

A: Standard care such as vacuuming can be done daily to monthly. Spot clean as needed, and steam clean or take to a professional every few years or if excessively soiled.

A: A suction only canister vacuum is best for loop pile constructions to prevent excess pilling and fuzzing. A rotating brush vacuum can be used with caution on cut-pile rugs, just test first to be sure it is not too aggressive for the pile.

A: Blot, do not rub, with clean, white absorbent cloth or paper towels to remove excess moisture. Most stains clean up with warm, not hot, water applied to the stained area. Then blot with clean white cloth or paper towels. Press down firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. Do not rub, as rubbing can alter the carpets texture. Repeat until no stain is evident on cloth or towels. When completely dry, vacuum or brush the pile to restore texture.

A: All hand-knotted rugs are handmade, but all handmade rugs are not hand-knotted. To be called hand-knotted, the entire pile must be made knotted onto a warp and weft on a loom.

A: We suggest adding four feet to the total width and length of your table, giving yourself a two foot perimeter all the way around the table which will allow all four chair legs to remain on the rug while someone is seated.

A: A non slip rug pad is highly recommended to prevent your area rug from shifting, especially on hard surfaces such as wood and tile.