Which Types of Rugs are Easiest to Clean?

If you’re looking into buying a rug, one of the most questions you may be asking is whether or not it will be easy to care for. No matter how clean you are, you’re bound to run into spills or dirt at some point or another. Luckily, many durable rug materials are easy to clean and maintain. Here’s your guide to rug cleaning with different types of fibers.

Wool

Wool rugs are known to be extremely durable. Since the wool fibers are coil-shaped, wool rugs tend to keep their shape and color even in heavy traffic areas. The only downside to wool rugs is they tend to shed and need to be vacuumed regularly. 

If you run into a stain on your wool rug, dab it with clear dish soap and a wet washcloth until the stain is gone. 

Cotton

Cotton is another durable rug material that is also inexpensive. While they are less durable than wool, they are much easier to clean. Small cotton area rugs can be easily washed in a washing machine and left out to air dry. Larger cotton rugs can be spot treated or steam cleaned. 

Polypropylene

Polypropylene is one of the most durable, and very easy to clean synthetic materials. The material is also water and stain-resistant and is often used in outdoor and entryway rugs. All you have to do to keep it clean is vacuum and spot treat any stains. 

Seagrass

Seagrass rugs are made from natural, stain-resistant fibers. However, you should never soak a seagrass rug. Seagrass rugs should be cleaned with light vacuuming and gentle spot cleaning as needed.

Jute

Jute rugs are also made from natural fibers derived from tropical plants. While the material is durable and affordable, it is not water, mildew, or mold resistant. Like seagrass rugs, Jute rugs should be spot treated with a baking soda solution. Keep the rug as dry and possible and avoid using any more water than necessary. 

Nylon

Nylon is a durable manufactured rug material that is often used in carpeting. Its shape can also hold up against constant wear and tear. Nylon rugs should be vacuumed 1-2 times a week. Any stains can be spot treated. The biggest downside to nylon rugs is color tends to fade over time. 

Get Your Area Rug Professionally Cleaned

In some instances, home remedies for area rug stain removal may not be enough. This is when an experienced, professional carpet and area rug cleaning company like Duraclean should be called upon to remove dirt, detergent, stains, and moisture. The safe patented Duraclean foam absorption process eliminates over-wetting and damage to fibers and fabrics. Soil lifts out, and carpets and upholstery dry quickly.