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• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Carpet and Rug Institute

  The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Warp

  In weaving, the warp is the set of lengthwise yarns through which the weft is woven.

• CRI

  An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.

• Cellulosic Browning

  Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

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