The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning & Maintaining Hand-Braided Rugs

1. The Superpower of 100% Reversible Design

Most modern rugs have a rubberized or latex backing that degrades, crumbles, and stains hardwood floors over time. RugZora rugs are completely unbacked with identical texture on both sides. Flipping your rug every 6 months balances foot traffic and effectively doubles its usable lifespan.

2. Regular Vacuuming Best Practices

Vacuum your braided rug once or twice a week using suction-only mode. Avoid using a high-speed rotating beater bar, which can snag individual surface fibers over time.

• Use the floor brush or upholstery attachment for gentle suction.
• Vacuum in the direction of the braid spirals rather than aggressively across them.
• Rotate the rug 180 degrees every few months to equalize sun exposure and foot traffic.

3. Emergency Spot Cleaning Formula

For accidental spills, act promptly. Mix a few drops of mild clear dishwashing liquid in lukewarm water. Dip a clean microfiber towel and dab from the outside of the stain toward the center. Allow to air dry naturally.