Rugs Knowledge Base
rugs???!!!? i have my own horses but i only have 3 rugs for each of them : turnout, cooler and stable. iv ecently been looking for new coolers on a website but i saw lots of different ones like travel rugs, fly sheets florecent exersize sheets etc. should i be buying all these or are they just different names for the ones i have allready?
Do you know how to make weaved rugs out of plastic bread bags? When I was a child, my neighbor got all moms bread bags because she made weaved plastic rugs to go on the floor. If the bread bags were sunbeam, the rugs were yellow, if they were butternut, the rugs were a blue color. She weaved them by hand. She was very poor, lived in an old house with a big front porch and everyone sat on the portch. I loved to go to her house and sit in the swing. I think its an art that was lost because no one believes in making bread bag rugs anymore. Anyone ever see this done or know how to do it?
Handtufted 100% wool rugs. Do they all have a smell? Is it normal to find twigs or seeds woven into the wool? I have purchased wool rugs which I really like but they have an odour and we have stepped on prickly objects that, when searched for, turn out to be similar to twigs (approx. an inch or more in length) or seeds woven into the wool. The rugs come from a very reputable rug importer that operates in the United States as well as Canada so I'm somewhat surprised at what appears to be poor quality and am considering returning them. Will I find this with all 100% wool handmade rugs? Does cleaning them make any difference?
How to keep area rugs from slipping on wood floors? I installed wood floors for the dogs. It makes for easy clean up of accidents. However I did not think ahead to the dogs comfort of play. They slid on wood DUH! So I put down multiple area rugs. I have no slip pads double taped to the underside but they roll up, peel off and slide if the dogs don't specificly hit the area that the pad is under. I've looked online for something that will guarantee the rugs to stay in place and maybe cut down on noise but they are crazy expensive. My husband wanted to double side tape them directly to the floor but that will ruin the floor. Because we have to be able to regularly remove the rugs to clean underneath them as well as the rugs themselves because if it's not an accident they are tracking mud in. Please help.
Can I machine wash the rugs in my bathroom? I'm wondering if I can wash those bathroom rugs in the machine and just hang them up to dry? They are your average bathroom rugs with the rubbery material on the bottom but they have no tags so i'm clueless.... please help!
How many rugs should I have in the bedroom? I have begun to redecorate my bedrooms. They are quite average size. One question, should I put 2 sheepskin rugs, one on either side of the bed in each room or is one sheepskin rug in each bedroom enough? What do you think?
How often should I shampoo my rugs? I just moved and I have beautiful new carpeting. I already make people leave their shoes at the door. I also heard too much shampooing attracts more dirt. How often should I shampoo my rugs? Thanks all so much for your input. There are no best answers as they all are good. I do keep socks on and will encourage guests to do the same. I will vacuum daily, and give it a good shampooing every year. Thanks all so much!
How do I get my dog to stop chewing on rugs? I have a dog that is past the teething stage. And she keeps chewing on all of my huge area rugs. We have bought her several chew toys (which she does chew on) and even those kong toys that challenge the dog to get at the food (because we were told boredom may be the cause of her chewing), but still she chews on our rugs. I was told that if I catch her doing it ---to say 'No' and then give her a chew toy so she understands---but she NEVER chews on the rugs when I am watching. I really want to keep my rugs out (we tried putting the rugs away for awhile) because the house is all hardwood floors and is cold in the winter without rugs and I LOVE my rugs. She just ruined a new rug yesterday---she chewed a huge hole in the middle of the rug. She is a good dog otherwise, we bring her to obedience classes and everything. What can I do about my rugs?? PLEASE HELP!!
How would you wash rugs if you don't have a carpet cleaner? I don't have one of those vacum things that shampoo rugs,nor can I afford someone to come in and do it, so how would I go about washing these? should I just take them outside and rinse them down with a hose? If I did this how long would it take for them to dry? one rug is a big one we put in the middle of the living room. the others are the kinds that have some rubber like stuff on the underside but carpet on the top. any suggestions?
How can I get my chihuahua to quit urinating on the rugs I put down? I have done everything including buying these blue things at walmart for the dog to wet on. They look like incontinence pads. Nothing works. I would like to clean up the utility room and put some nice throw rugs down, but if I do the dog will wet on the rugs while I am at work. Any suggestions how to get her to stop? I take her outside. We have a fenced in back yard. She has the run of the yard, house and garage. I cannot leave her out when the weather gets cold. She is sneaky. She does it when I leave, even after she has been outdoors and walked and the whole 9 yards. She is just a pissy little dog.
What kind of rugs are best for hardwood stairs? Have new hardwood staircase that's already getting scratched. Heard latex backing causes damage/discoloration to the wood. Any body know where I can get small stair tread rugs w/o latex or rubber backing?
How to stop my dogs from urinating on the rugs? I have hardwood floors that need throw rugs to further insulate them. I have tried to close all the doors before I leave and keep them close when I'm home. I've caught on of them in the act and he stopped for a few day but is back at it. I have two boys and a girl dachshund, if it's help-full. Thanks in advance for the thinking answers.
Where can I find large cheap rugs to go in my apartment? Im going to be moving into a small one bedroom in a few weeks but the whole place is tile flooring. There is no carpeting at all.(its what I can afford) but anyway I wanted to know some suggestions on rug types and good places to purchase them. Im also going to be having a baby in 2 months and I know this tile is going to be cold so i need some suggestions on rugs that will help with some vinillation. By the way im in the bay area california so places out here would be helpful!
How did people clean rugs before vacuums? I'm watching Pride and Prejudice and all the rooms have hardwood floors with large rugs. How did they get them clean? It seems strange they would have dragged them outside to beat them twice a week.
How do I get my chihuaua to stop peeing on rugs? I just rescued a 4 year chi. She is wonderful, but she keeps peeing on my rugs. She does good for several days and pees on her pee pads and then out of nowhere pees a rug. I can't afford to keep replacing my rugs. Also, I walk her twice a day and she does her business. Help!
How do I get my cat to stop clawing my Oriental rugs? I bought my cat a scratching post in hopes that she would use it rather than my lovely Oriental rugs, but I still catch her sharpening her claws on them. I have rubbed her paws on the scratching post and petted her afterwards, but that isn't encouraging her to use it. I can't keep an eye on her 24/7 because I work. Declawing is out of the question because it's cruel.
What is the cost to have two area rugs (6' by 3') cleaned? I just received two area rugs that are 6ft by 3ft for free through freecycle.com and the previous owner had big dogs. I don't think beating the rugs will make the smell disappear, so I'd like to get them cleaned. Since I didn't pay for them, I don't mind spending the money to have them cleaned. I just want to know a ball park price range, so I know what to expect.
How to wash my bathroom rugs with rubber backs? My batroom rugs have become quite dirty...earlier I used to wash it by hand but it is very tedious.I know it can be washed in a machine using a gentle cycle.My washing machine is a very simple one...the ones that usually comes with apartments.I have put the settings to cold/cold but am not sure which cycle to choose...the cottons (light/normal/heavy/extra heavy) or the wrinkle free (extra light/light/normal/heavy) Can anybody tell me about it...??
Where can you find cheap area rugs? Where are good places to look for large, cheap area rugs (Under $50ish). I live near Greensboro, NC if there is anyone who knows good places specifically. But anyone with a general answer of somehwere online or certain places to look, I'd be grateful. Thanks!
How can I find rugs and decorations that are seen in bedroom displays? I recently bought a new bedroom set and I'm trying to find the decorations and the rug that I saw on the display. I tried contacting the company but they said they only use the rugs and decorations for "display purposes only" and they don't know exactly where they come from. I'm not too sure if that's true but either way they offered no help. The decorations they have match the bedroom set so perfectly and I can't find them!! If someone knows please help!!
What colors would look good with burgundy rugs or carpet for walls? I want to paint my walls a different color other than white, the color it is now. i have a hardwood floor right now, but have huge rugs that are burgundy and some are burgundy and the center is a tan color. my kids are 7 & 8 yr olds so i dont wont carpet just yet. but when i do i want a burgundy color. i have my living room thene is magnolias. the back ground color of the pictures are a tanish color. the color i think is the closest to matching is a pecan twist. i found the color swatch at wal-mart. anyway someone help please. and also what color couches would look good with all these colors? because i want to change it also. right now i have a huge blue sectional. i want just a regular couch and chair what colors would look good. thanks in advance!!
What color rugs and shower curtain go with yellow? My bathroom has ugly yellow tile. I painted the wall a light grey color. I have no idea what color bathroom rugs or towels would go with yellow tile? I would like to use a few different colors for the towels. I'm confused, what color goes with yellow?
How hard is it to take out the rugs in my car? I want to Install a car computer, and am still learning. I know all about the PC, but am studying the car part. How hard is it to undo the rugs and the dashboard? Thanks also what tools should i buy
What kind of old cigarettes came with mini rugs? My grandfather and I were cleaning out his attic, and we found some old mini rugs that he said came with either cigarettes or tobacco. He just cant remember who, or what company they came from. They would have been from the 1950's.
What's a good vacuum cleaner for short rugs? We have only extremely short-pile carpets in our apartment, and our last vacuum (a dust devil) had difficulty cleaning them properly. Any advice as to a vacuum cleaner that would work well on these kinds of rugs?
How do I make my own rugs? All of the rugs that I have seen are very expensive. So I want to be able to make my own. I need large rugs for the living room and dining room.
What is the best vacuum for hardwood floors, throw rugs, upholstry, and pets? I am looking for a vacuum that won't scratch my hardwood floors, easily switches to brush roll for throw rugs, has onboard attachments for upholstry, and works great for picking up pet hair. Also, would prefer that it isn't too heavy or loud, has good suction and doesn't clog, has reasonable power cord & upholstry hose length. I know this is a lot to ask but there's got to be one out there. Any suggestions?
Anyone know the name of a substance to paint on the back of rugs to keep them from slipping? I have tried pads, etc., but I found one thing that works to stop rugs from sliding it's just that I need help to find it again. It's a white substance that's painted to the backside of the rug. The directions say to paint it on, leave it to dry and coat a second time within 12 hours. Problem is I tossed the jar not realizing how great it works. It's a rubberized substance that has held my runner in place (hasn't moved an inch in 2 weeks) on carpeted steps. I have checked with Home Depot and a large crafts store but no luck. Also looked on-line but haven't found anything close. Thanks for your help.
How do I get rid of these hand made Moroccan rugs? I inherited two fairly large Moroccan rugs, hand made, that my parents purchased years ago in Marrakesh. What is the best way for me to sell these at a good price? I'm honestly not willing to put in that much time.
Where do I find unusual rugs? I'm looking for rugs with things such as the sistine chapel ceiling on it, Starry Night by Van Gogh, or anything interesting or unusual. Does anyone know where to find them online?
Why does my cat always barf on my rugs instead of linoleum or the hardwood floor? My cat has a bad hairball problem, and whenever the seasons change she'll have barfing episodes almost every day for weeks. Okay here's the part that really boggles my mind: Our house is all hardwood floor, with linoleum in the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have a few throw rugs here and there. Now, out of all the places to puke, she ALWAYS chooses to puke on one of the various throw rugs in the house. One time I saw her retching and I picked her up and put her on the linoleum and she ran back to the throw rug and hurled, refusing to barf on bare floor. I really wish she would barf on the hardwood or the linoleum because then I could just quickly wipe it up instead of having to pre-treat and wash the rugs all the time. Does anyone know why cats prefer puking on carpet vs. bare floor surfaces?
What color walls would look good with medium grey rugs? I have recently knocked out a wall seperating my living room and 2nd room to make one large living room. I want to get grey rugs installed. i am getting new furniture (not picked out yet). I want to paint the walls a different color than white. I want it to be a light color. but I want something that will look good for a living room. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
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