Here’s the best way to keep your bathroom rugs clean and germ-free.
Warning
Mold in the home can be harmful to one’s health.
It can trigger asthma attacks and cause reactions in those who are allergic.
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This will get rid of any debris such as lint, hair, and sand trapped in the fibers.
Debris belongs outside, not in your washing machine filter.
Read the Labels
All textiles sold in the United States are required to havecare labelsattached.
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If this is the first time you have washed the rug, take a moment to read the label.
It will provide valuable information on fabric content and instructions on how to clean.
Another washing may fill your washer with loose pieces of plastic that can destroy the water pump.
A new bathroom rug is much less expensive than awasher repair.
Load the Washer
Bathroom rugs should bewashed with similar fabrics and colorssuch as towel loads.
For top-loading machines with a center agitator, place rugs opposite each other to keep the machine balanced.
Do not overload the washer.
You want the water and detergent to reach every surface easily.
Choose warm or hot water, and wash with your regular detergent.
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This will help prevent cracking and reduce any wear and tear.
Hang the rug from aclothesline, or place it over a drying rack to air-dry.
No iron is needed if there are wrinkles after drying.
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Place the rug on the floor and let the moisture and warmth in the bathroom remove the wrinkles.
Opt for apine oil or phenolic disinfectantinstead.
Large rugs can be hand-washed in a bathtub or large laundry tub.
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Submerge the rug and agitate for several minutes.
Drain the tub, then rinse under running water until the rinse water runs clear.
Very dirty rugs may require two or more cleanings to get fully cleaned.
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Avoid using vinegar if your rug has a rubber backing.
Vinegar is mildly acidic and it can break down rubber backing on a rug.
Washing in hot water and fully drying the bathmat will usually eliminate odors.
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Adding a disinfectant to the wash water can also help.
United States Environmental Protection Agency.
A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home.
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United States Environmental Protection Agency.
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