December 29, 2023 by Mulberry Maids
Rugs that bunch up can be super annoying, and can make the process of routine vacuuming pretty difficult. This can make keeping your Fort Collins house clean quite challenging, especially if you are really busy throughout the week or have a family to take care of.
One of the best ways to make sure that your home still shines, even when you can not clean on your own, is to schedule cleaning experts for a solid deep cleaning in Fort Collins. This will help to ensure that your home stays clean even when you are too busy to even think!
Read on to learn more about keeping your rugs organized and tidy in your home to help make cleaning and overall living easier and better!
Why is a rug pad or gripper important to use?
Now that winter is here, you are likely spending a lot more time inside your home than in previous months. That can lead to needing to clean and tidy your living space more often, especially if you have rugs that can easily collect extra dirt and grime from outside.
Not only will a rug pad help with the aesthetics of your home, it will also provide other additional benefits:
- Added comfort for your feet, as a pad can thicken and soften the feeling underneath the rug.
- Extra floor protection as some rug pads have an open weave design that allows air to circulate between the floor and rug, which can help control moisture buildup.
- Added soundproofing, especially for high traffic floors above other rooms.
- Extra security and safety, as a rug gripper will keep a rug in place, reducing the chance to slip on it.
What are some of the best rug pad options?
There are many different rug pad options, and choice will depend on what characteristics you are looking for.
One of the most common rug pads options are felt pads, which usually consist of a weave of natural and synthetic fibers, in a thick cushy compound. They are great for comfort and sound absorption, but can be slippery on hard surfaces.
Natural rubber pads are also another really popular type of pad, but can be more expensive. They are all natural, and are great for areas where non-slip is really important. They are also water resistant, so can be used in areas that have a tendency to get wet. They are not as thick, so don’t help with comfort or sound deadening.
There are also hybrid options that combine the qualities of both natural rubber and felt together into one. This will add the benefits of each together, but this may come at a higher purchase price.
Another synthetic option is to use a memory foam pad. These are more expensive, but provide great comfort through a thick cushion, and will last a long time. They are also more insulating, which is nice to have in colder environments. They can be slippery though, so may not be the best for hallways or kitchens, where people are walking throughout the day on them.
Some cheaper options include PVC pads and polyester pads. PVC pads have good moisture resistant properties, but do not last very long. They also do not give any added comfort to the rug, and can leave residue on the floor. They are usually best for outdoor applications. Polyester pads are also cheaper, with good water resistant properties. They can also be slippery, but will last longer than PVC pads.
How should I clean my rug and pad?
Depending on the type of rug you have, cleaning it may be as simple as vacuuming it on a regular basis, or you may need to take it into a dry cleaner for special cleaning. Most rugs should be able to be washed at home though. Generally, you should vacuum your rug first, then take some time cleaning it. If you are unsure if your rug can be safely washed at home, do some additional research for the best cleaning method to ensure you don’t damage it.
It is most ideal to take the rug outside for the washing of it. If this is not a possibility, try to clear space around the rug inside. You can use a store bought rug shampoo, or just a simple mixture of warm water and mild dish soap. Use cold water with wool. Once the solution is made up, test it out in a small area of the rug to make sure that there is no adverse dying effect or staining. Use a sponge or soft brush to wash the rug with the solution.
Once the rug is washed, you will need to rinse it out. This is where having the rug outside will really pay off. Use a hose or buckets of water to rinse the solution off of the rug. Then make sure to thoroughly dry it out. You can try to run a squeegee over the rug to get water to run off of it, or use a wet-dry vacuum to suck up excess water and moisture.
You will then want to let the rug air dry, starting by laying it flat to let the top dry out. Flip it over to then let the bottom air dry. Setting up fans will help to speed up the process.
Once it is all dried out, run your vacuum over the rug again to pull the fibers back up to fluff up the rug.
Cleaning your rugs is also a good time to check out your rug pad, and the area of flooring underneath the rug. Make sure that your pad is not staining or getting stuck to your flooring by moving it out of the way. Take some time to vacuum and sweep the floor, and then mopping it. Make sure it is completely dry before putting the pad and rug back down. Depending on the type of pad you have, you may need to do some additional cleaning on it. This may be as simple as dusting it with a mild cleaning solution and microfiber rag, or simply just vacuuming up loose debris that has collected in it.
Who provides the best deep cleaning in Fort Collins?
Mulberry Maids is the go-to service for deep cleanings, move out cleanings, or regular recurring cleanings in the Fort Collins and greater northern Colorado region. Our cleaning team is fully equipped to handle anything you throw our way! Quality is key, and we stand behind all of our cleanings 100%.
So leave your morning cleaning chores to us, and go grab a cup of coffee at the Fort Collins Coffee House instead of stressing over the little cleaning details in your home. With our attention to detail, your home’s interior will shine!
Book a cleaning today on our online booking page, or give us a call or text for a quick quote. We can accommodate your schedule, so there is no need to be inconvenienced during the cleaning process!