How Do You Wash A Chenille Rug?
Learn how to wash a chenille rug, whether you need to spot clean it, run it through a washing machine, or wash it by hand. Chenille takes some care, but it’s nothing a pair of willing hands can’t manage. Learn tips and tricks to keep your chenille rugs looking fresh and colorful for years. Vacuum the rug, if needed. To get up any dry dirt or powdery stains, vacuum the rug before using a cleaning method. Do not use a beater bar or rotating brush; it will tear and tangle the rug’s fibers. Either lift the beater bar up, or use the vacuum’s upholstery attachments. The goal is to clean the rug with suction, and avoid brushes or rotating pressure. Check a small area for colorfastness. Use a tiny amount of your rug cleaning product on a spot on the back of the rug to make sure it will not stain or bleach the material. Follow all directions on the cleaner bottle, and wait until the spot is dry before cleaning the whole rug. Wet any stained areas. Use a rag and warm water to loosen the chenille
