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Caring for a viscose carpet: tips for cleaning at home

Viscose carpets are deservedly popular due to the softness of the pile and unusual texture. Made from recycled cellulose, which is easy to dye and allows you to create products with unique patterns. The fabric looks like silk or cotton, but the cost of the artificial material is much lower. However, the difficulty of caring for a viscose carpet is that cellulose absorbs moisture well, after which it quickly loses its shape. Therefore, the rug should not be laid in the bathroom or other rooms with high humidity.

Caring for the product is complicated by other features of the material:

It takes a long time to dry, and mold and an unpleasant odor may appear on the wet carpet.
The canvas cannot be thoroughly cleaned with brushes and rags.
Absorbs dirt deeply.
Loses color and deteriorates when exposed to sunlight.
After drying, the pile becomes hard.

Contaminants quickly penetrate the fiber structure and become fixed. Therefore, stubborn stains often appear on the carpet. If a dog walks on the surface, tea is spilled, or food is dropped, you should start cleaning immediately. The liquid is removed with a napkin or dry cloth in the direction from the edges to the middle. The windows in the room need to be opened to provide ventilation. A product made of viscose cannot be hung out to dry, as this will lead to its deformation. It is also not recommended to place furniture with sharp legs on the rug, which can leave a dent on the surface.

Caring for a viscose carpet

First of all, it is necessary to clarify what viscose material is. It is based on natural fibers made from cellulose. They are treated with alkali and special dyes that penetrate deep into the structure of the thread. This dyeing method gives carpets brightness and richness. But caring for such products is very difficult at home, because the material easily absorbs moisture, loses its shape under the influence of the weight of water and takes a long time to dry. In this way, viscose resembles a paper table napkin, capable of absorbing moisture in a volume twice its own weight.

Caring for a viscose carpet is also complicated by the product’s tendency to abrasion and fading in the sun. If the material is constantly exposed to the sun, it will quickly turn yellow and begin to deteriorate.

The disadvantages of viscose should not be the reason for you not to buy a beautiful carpet. If you learn how to care for these floor coverings, it will be easier for you to maintain their original appearance.

Methods for cleaning viscose and silk carpets

The first silk carpets appeared in China, and later in Persia they mastered the technology of their production. Nowadays, people have learned to weave viscose carpets that are not inferior in appearance to magnificent silk samples. Cleaning these rugs requires a gentle approach, but even a rug that is cleaned regularly will accumulate dust. You can get rid of it only by using special equipment and cleaning products. It is advisable to do this cleaning twice a year. You will keep your home clean and get rid of unpleasant allergic reactions.

What is viscose afraid of?

When cleaning these products, you must adhere to the following rules:

Use water to a minimum. Absorbing large amounts of moisture, a viscose carpet becomes damaged as its fibers lose strength. You will no longer be able to restore their structure. In addition, you will have to put up with the rotten smell that will appear after drying for a long time.
Do not use acidic or concentrated alkaline substances to clean flooring. They destroy fibers.
Eliminate friction. A damp viscose carpet cannot be rubbed even with a soft sponge.
Do not knock out the product by hanging it on a rope or other support. With such a rough impact, the material will quickly stretch. In the worst case, it may even break. Cellulose fibers are highly deformed even if transported incorrectly. Keep this in mind when folding the fabric.
Do not use oxygen bleach. It also destroys the threads and leads to the appearance of a yellow tint.

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How to make the right choice?

How to choose not only an attractive, but also a high-quality and durable viscose carpet? When purchasing, you should pay attention to several points, and one of the most important is compliance with generally accepted quality standards, which is confirmed by certificates. The seller must provide such documentation upon the buyer's request.

The second important criterion is the manufacturer. Belgian viscose carpets are considered the most in demand, popular and of high quality, characterized by excellent characteristics, a wide range and variety of colors. But similar products are produced in other countries.

It is also worth assessing the pile. It should be soft, pleasant to the touch, smooth and have the shine characteristic of viscose. Also evaluate the length: the longer it is, the more difficult it will be to care for. Long pile carpets are more attractive and soft, but over time the fibers can wrinkle and sag. Short pile is easy to care for and keeps its shape longer.

The color and quality of the dye are important. The brighter the shade, the more likely it is that the manufacturer used aggressive chemicals for coloring. In addition, an overly bright rug can catch the eye and distract attention from other interior elements. Therefore, it is better to give preference to calm tones. And to evaluate the quality of the dye, you can run a slightly damp finger or a light cloth over the pile. If you see traces, then low-quality, inexpensive dyes were used in production.

Rules for daily care of viscose carpet

Viscose carpets need to be cleaned regularly if you want them to remain bright and beautiful. To care for this material, you can use a vacuum cleaner, brush or broom. When cleaning, follow these guidelines:

Choose only soft tools. Cleaning with a hard floor brush or vacuum cleaner attachment will distort the fibers.
Vacuum the material from both sides. Do this in the direction of the nap, and do not rub in different directions.
If you have washed the floors, do not lay down the viscose carpet until the moisture has completely dried. The material will immediately absorb water and retain it inside the fibers for a long time. This will lead to the development of harmful microorganisms.

Home cleaning is not enough to keep the product in good shape. You should take your carpet to the dry cleaner every three months to treat it with an organic solvent or dry powder.

Weaving methods

There are manual and machine types of weaving viscose carpets.

The first variety is characterized by a high price and a number of advantages. Professional craftsmen make products using unique patterns. The tastes of the customer are taken into account. Instances of unique shapes and designs are created. It takes three months to produce one product.

The second type of weaving is formed using specially equipped machines. Finished carpets undergo strict control and meet established standards, which guarantee high quality.

Removing stains

It is very difficult to remove heavy stains at home without damaging the structure of the material. But you can try cleaning it yourself. To do this, wet a piece of cloth, wring it out and blot the area of the stain. If this doesn't help, try brushing off the dirt with a soft brush in the direction of the nap. You can also mix carpet cleaning foam with a light vinegar solution and gently scrub the material. After cleaning, you need to spray the fibers with fabric softener to soften them.

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Recommendations for caring for viscose carpet

In order for a viscose carpet to retain its appearance for a long time, you need to:

Change the position of the product to avoid rubbing and burning out of individual areas.
Immediately blot up liquid if it gets on the fabric. This should be done with a soft cloth without rubbing.
Remove small debris promptly. If you leave crumbs on the carpet, they will get stuck between the threads. In this state, it will be difficult to remove them even with a vacuum cleaner.
Remove colored stains only by dry cleaning. You should also contact a dry cleaner if the material is very wet.

You've learned how to clean your home's viscose carpet. Now your flooring will not suffer from inept handling.

May 4, 2016

How to avoid counterfeiting?

The enormous popularity of Belgian rugs has not gone unnoticed, and dishonest people are trying to profit from it. They offer cheap carpets of dubious quality, attributing to them Belgian origin.

To avoid falling for the tricks of scammers, pay attention to the density of the carpet: if, when bending, gaps appear between the pile, then it definitely does not come from Belgium. A real carpet should have clear dimensions, and if the length or width of one side is smaller or larger than the other, this also indicates a fake.

Well, and, of course, the fake carpet is given away by the price, which is several times lower than the cost of real Belgian carpets.

How to clean a silk carpet

It is important to note some rules for caring for silk carpets, which will largely preserve their appearance in unchanged condition:

once a month you need to shake out such products, but they should not be knocked out and left hanging for a long time;
Such coatings can only be cleaned with a smooth vacuum cleaner attachment;
You can clean a silk carpet using sweeping movements, preventing the lint from being sucked into the pipe;
Silk coating must be handled with extreme care; sometimes it can only be cleaned with a soft cloth or brush.

Separately, the following methods of cleaning silk carpets can be noted:

It is forbidden to rub such a coating if water has been spilled on it; you just need to put a cloth on top that can absorb it.
If coffee or wine gets on the carpet, it is best not to experiment and take the help of dry cleaning professionals.
If you decide to clean such a coating yourself, you must first wet a small piece of it to see the reaction of the paints.
Most often, a weak solution of vinegar, soda, baby soap or shampoo is used to clean such surfaces. You need to clean a silk carpet very carefully, moistening it as little as possible.
As a rule, it is not possible to clean a silk carpet at home because most store-bought products are not suitable for cleaning it. That is why the ideal option would be to go to dry cleaning.

How to clean a carpet with Vanish

When it comes to cleaning carpets, many people immediately think of the commercials for the popular Vanish product, which can be found on the shelves of hardware stores. This product comes in two forms, liquid and powder, both of which are equally effective on stains of different formulations.

Follow these rules:

start from the back of the carpet;
First vacuum the backside, then the front of the cover;
stains need to be cleaned from the periphery to the center;
no need to rub, just blot the dirt;
in order for the appearance of the carpet not to be damaged, the remaining substances must be collected along the pile line, but not against it;
You should not apply too much of the product to prevent it from becoming waterlogged and causing an unpleasant smell of dampness and rot;
After cleaning is completed, you need to lift the carpet off the floor and dry it thoroughly on both sides.

So, the basic rules for cleaning a carpet with Vanish

First you need to remove large particles of debris from the coating.

Dilute the product in water, with Vanisha needing one part and liquid nine.
It is very important to thoroughly beat the resulting foam, because it is responsible for cleansing.
If the surface will be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner, you need to proceed as follows: apply the diluted product, wait half an hour, collect the substance using household appliances.

If cleaning will be done manually, you need to do the following:

when collecting cleaning foam on a foam sponge, you need to apply it to the carpet;
after application, carefully distribute the substance over the entire surface, gently rubbing it in a circular motion;
Vanish can now be left to act for a period of one to two hours;
then carefully collect all the foam along the movement of the pile;
Finally, you need to thoroughly dry the carpet.

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How to clean a carpet if you don't have a vacuum cleaner

Sometimes situations arise when you have to clean without using a vacuum cleaner and other household appliances. Cleaning the carpet in this way is not at all difficult; you can use the following methods:

The easiest way to clean a carpet is to shake or beat it outside and scrub with a stiff, damp brush.
To remove hair from a carpet, you can walk over its surface with a damp brush, using sweeping movements to remove the hair.
You can slightly moisten the surface of the carpet, and then sprinkle salt or soda over it. After giving it a few minutes to act, you need to thoroughly wash the surface with a soapy solution, then knock out the rug and hang it to dry.

To summarize, it is worth separately noting the fact that cleaning carpets made of various materials, which occupy an important place in every apartment, is not the easiest task. To obtain a high-quality result, you need to choose the right method of exposure, based on the material from which the carpet is made. And in extreme cases, especially when working with delicate materials, do not delay contacting dry cleaning.

How to tidy up a long pile carpet

Long pile carpet is very difficult to clean, especially if there are animals in the house. In addition, dust often remains in such a surface, which is difficult to remove. First you need to vacuum or beat the carpet in the fresh air.

Then clean its surfaces using a variety of means and methods:

Mix a teaspoon of vinegar and the same amount of soda in a liter of water. Apply this solution to the coating using a brush, first comb the entire surface in one direction, then in the other.
Wash the carpet with a mixture of cleaning powder, water and ammonia. This mixture must be applied with a brush, and at the end of cleaning, be sure to wipe the entire surface with a dry cloth.
Salt will help to clean a woolen carpet; it must be poured onto a pre-moistened surface, and after the moisture has disappeared, you need to sweep the rug with a broom soaked in water with dissolved liquid soap. Finally, you need to hang the product out to dry and carefully remove any remaining salt.
You can sprinkle soda on top of a damp carpet, leave it for half an hour, and then wipe the carpet with a damp cloth and knock it out.

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Pros:

many color options;
softness, pleasant with any tactile contact;
complete absence of contraindications for people suffering from allergies;
inability to accumulate static electricity;
light weight;

Interesting fact: as already noted, a viscose carpet is an excellent alternative to silk for two reasons: in terms of quality, it is practically in no way inferior to its more expensive counterpart, but the price tag for it will seem much more lenient to any average buyer. What is remarkable is that some viscose carpets are so well made that even experts cannot always immediately distinguish them from silk products of the same color and with the same pattern on the surface.