Rugs
and carpets are essential part of our home décor, but what most important is
how to care for them. But sometimes, it is fun to know about the interesting
history and facts behind carpets. Let’s get indulge into some random rug trivia
which will surely give you information.
Did
you know that you can give your carpet a polish look easily at home? I am sure
you do not. By simply putting on socks and walking over your carpet can make it
clean and give it a prim and proper look. How? Because the simple logic of
fiber against the fiber is good as the wool polishes the rug making it newer
every time. Well this gives you another reason for you to wear socks and walk
over your carpets.
Did
you know that you can actually see the real color of the thread by putting your
rug under the sunlight? Well yes, you can actually figure out the original
pigment under the sunshine.
Did
you know that smaller rugs are more beneficial, hygienic and healthier as compared
to wall-to-wall carpeting? The things like bacteria, growth of mildew, food
crumbs and spills allow the growth of harmful bacteria and molds.
Most
area carpets and rugs are extremely durable and if taken proper care they can
last for a lifetime. If you clean them regularly, it will prevent its four
enemies- grit, moths, moisture, general wear and tear which will extend its
life cycle. Norwalk virus can actually accumulate and grow inside your shaggy
carpets if not cleaned properly.