Storing the rug on a pallet or rack will help prevent the pile from wearing unevenly.
Storing a rug for a few months.
To start the rug storage process give the rug a good vacuuming.
Do not store anything on top of a stored rug.
Storing rugs and carpets requires a bit of care and effort to avoid pest infestation and water damage.
Do not store a rug or carpet in direct light.
Roll the fabric onto the tube and lay the rug with the pile direction away from you on the two foot extension.
Direct light can fade the carpet s colors.
Thoroughly clean the rug.
If the rug is being stored for several months check on it periodically and watch for signs of mold mildew or insect damage.
It could be that you are going away for a few months on an overseas posting and you do not want to leave your rug out collecting dust unnecessarily.
How to store rugs.
Check out out site for self storage options in your area.
As you roll the fabric will catch the rug and allow you to roll the rug smoothly.
The rug should be stored horizontally and off the floor.
However there are times when you may need to put it away for a while in self storage.
Following these instructions will ensure that your rugs and carpets look just as good when they come out of storage as they did going in.
The fabric should be a few inches wider than the rug and long enough to wrap completely around the tube once with about two extra feet to spare.
Keep them stored in a darker storage area.
Store the rug standing up.
For some valuable area rugs you ll need to be much more careful with the vacuum so you don t ruin the.
Boxes and other items can cause cracks and destroy a rug s shape.
Do not store rolled rugs on the ground.