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Freshen Up Your Vacuuming

Add a strongly scented essential oil (such as lavender) to tissue or a paper towel and place it in your vacuum bag or dust bin. This will help mask any musky smells stuck in your vacuum and lightly infuse the … Continue reading

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Cleaning Rugs

1. How often should you clean area rugs? a) Once a quarter b) Twice a year c) Once a year c) While vacuuming area rugs is fine for typical maintenance, it doesn’t sterilize them, says Lynch. For that, you’ll need to … Continue reading

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Mini Makeover: Stair Runner

Q: What is the best type of rug for a heavily used stairway? A: Wool is a highly durable and natural material. All wool rugs work best in high-traffic areas. Stairways are a great place for experimenting with bold design.

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Mini Makeover: Rug Edition

Q: How often should you have Oriental rugs cleaned if they don’t get a lot of foot traffic? A: Over-cleaning is not advised because it can wear a rug down, especially if it has been crafted with ancient silk threads. For areas … Continue reading

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Mini Makeover: Rug Edition

Q: What kind of rug should I get for my indoor entryway? It needs to be attractive and able to handle children’s messes, mud and more. Is an outdoor rug tacky, and are there materials or patterns to avoid? A: Wool rugs … Continue reading

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