Oriental Rugs There are easy, basic steps you can take to care for and protect an Oriental rug. Rotation To ensure even wear, your rug should be rotated regularly. Depending on the traffic, the rotation may vary from six months to two years. Vacuuming Oriental rugs, like most carpeting, should be vacuumed on a regular basis to remove dirt and restore life to the fibers. Vacuum side to side to avoid catching the fringe with your beater bar! Use the end of a vacuum hose if using a … [Read more...] about Basic Cleaning Tips for Floor and Upholstery
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Protecting Stone Surfaces
The natural stone you have in your home, office or commercial building is an investment that will give you many years of beautiful service. Simple care and maintenance will help preserve your stone’s beauty for generations to come. The following are daily cleaning procedures and recommendations. Countertop Surfaces Clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap (available at hardware stores or from your stone dealer), or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm … [Read more...] about Protecting Stone Surfaces