area rug on hardwood

Never wet clean a rug in place on wood. Check for dye bleed on a hidden corner first — many rugs run.

The method

1. Never wet clean a rug in place on wood.
2. Move it to a hard surface that can get wet.
3. Check for dye bleed on a hidden corner first — many rugs run.
4. Dry it fully before it goes back down.
5. Never put a damp rug back on wood.

Why the common fix backfires

Water passing through a rug goes straight into the floor underneath. Hardwood cups, finish clouds, and the damage costs more than the rug.

The honest limit

Wool and natural-fiber rugs often need off-site cleaning with controlled drying. In-home is the wrong method for them.

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