Ultimate Guide to Wool Carpet Care
I. Dust Removal
Daily: Use a quiet vacuum cleaner (avoid rotating brush heads to prevent snagging fibers).
Weekly: Sprinkle cornstarch → let sit for 15 minutes → vacuum (deep cleaning).
II. Spot Cleaning
Liquid stains: Dab with a mixture of white vinegar and warm water (1:3 ratio). Avoid scrubbing.
Grease stains: Sprinkle baking soda, let absorb for 12 hours, then clean.
III. Seasonal Deep Maintenance
Professional Dry Cleaning
Once a year, use a wool-specific cleaner (pH 5-6) (alkaline cleaners damage wool fibers).
Moth & Moisture Prevention
Storage: Place acid-free tissue paper between folds; wrap mothballs in gauze (direct contact corrodes wool).
Humid seasons: Use a dehumidifier to maintain humidity below 60%.
IV. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is shedding normal for wool carpets?
A: New carpets may shed initially (resolves in 1-2 weeks). Persistent shedding indicates excessive vacuum suction.
Q: Can wool carpets be used with underfloor heating?
A: Choose pre-shrunk wool carpets. Before first use, lay flat for 48 hours to relax fibers.
Q: How to distinguish real wool from synthetic?
A: Burn test: Real wool smells like burnt hair and turns to brittle ash; synthetic fibers melt and clump.
