How to wash a fluffy rug

You can put it in a washing machine only if your shag carpet does not have a rubber back. Use a Gentle Cycle and Cold Water mode to machine wash it. Still, as rug experts, we insist that using a washing machine is not a preferable method to clean your shag rug.

How to clean a shag, fluffy or deep pile rug. The process for cleaning a shaggy rug is very similar to wool but you can use a dry shampoo instead of cold water and detergent if you wish. Simply sprinkle the dry shampoo onto the rug and use a cloth to work it into the fibres.

Hand Wash. If you don’t have a steam cleaner and your rug isn’t dry clean only, then you can try to wash it by hand. Never use a washing machine as these can be too rough for some rugs, even on the gentlest cycle.

A helpful strategy for restoring fluff to your shaggy rug is to place an ice cube on to those areas that have been pressed down by furniture or for other reasons. To do this place the ice cube onto those dented areas and let it melt completely over time.