1. The hand-crafted nature of these rugs may result in slight size variations. Area rug sizes are rounded to the nearest whole size, but it's safest to allow two to six inches of variance between a rug's stated size and its actual size. For example, an 8.5 x 11.5-foot rug may be called a 9 x 12-foot rug.
2. If placing your area rug on a wood floor, allow eight to 10 inches of wood exposure around the rug's parameter. In dining areas, add 24 to 30 inches all around your table for proper sizing.
3. To increase the life of your area rug, reverse and rotate it periodically to keep traffic and sunlight exposure even throughout.
4. We recommend floor padding be placed under area rugs for added safety, durability, and comfort. This also prevents color transfers to your floors or carpets.
5. The Carpet and Rug Institute is marketing Green Label rugs that pass strict guidelines and requirements for low indoor emissions. This is a huge advancement since studies show the pollutant levels inside the home can be up to five times higher than they are outside.
6. Many area rug manufacturers are going green by using natural fibers with natural dyes or un-dyed wools resulting in subtle colorations of ivory, blue-gray, beige, tan, and chocolate.
7. Hand-knotted and -tufted area rugs should be vacuumed on a regular basis with the pile level set on high. Do not let the vacuum catch on the fringes.
8. Hooked area rugs should be vacuumed with an upholstery attachment. Do not use a rotary vacuum with a beater bar. Use scissors to carefully cut any pulled threads, but do not pull them.
9. Small area rugs are hard to vacuum and should be taken outside and shaken vigorously until dust and dirt are no longer evident. You can also hang them on a clothesline and beat them with a broom.
10. If pet hair accumulates in your area rug, brush it vigorously with a stiff clothes or utility brush. Brush with the nap until dirt and hair ceases to come out.
