New Fireplace Rugs

Rugs for your fireplace protect the area of your floor or rug directly in front of the fireplace. When cleaning them it’s important to make certain that you use methods that are recommended by the rug’s manufacturer. The materials used to construct the rug will determine the best cleaning method so make sure to read the labels or information accompanying your rug on purchase.

Many of these rugs are made from materials that are fire resistant. This can be the result of treating the fabric with a chemical to retard fire or it might be naturally fire resistant. If the material is treated with a chemical, then it is imperative to keep this in mind when cleaning them. Just taking a hearthrug and throwing it in the washing machine will not work. Sweeping the debris or soot that accumulates on the rug will help to prevent it from spreading to other areas. A carpet-cleaning machine that has hand attachments is often an effective way to clean the rugs.

They come in a wide array of shapes and sizes, enabling them to fit easily in any room. When cleaning them, it’s important to take the shape and size of the rug into consideration. If you don’t want to bring the rugs to a professional cleaner but perform the task yourself, you might find that using a carpet cleaner provides the best results.

Adding these rugs to your home is an excellent way to ensure that your carpets and floors remain protected and in great condition. It’s important that when you are selecting rugs for use with fireplaces that you don’t substitute hearthrugs with area rugs. Area rugs are not designed to be used with fireplaces, and since occasional sparks can land on the rug, there is a fire hazard if the rug you use isn’t fire proof.