How to clean a white fur rug, with pictures.

The perfect addition to your living room decor is a white fur rug.It can look like dogs slept on it after a romp in the rain because of spills, sticky substances and everyday wear and tear.The best way to clean that rug depends on the problem at hand.

Real fur has many self-cleaning properties that help it repel dirt and stains, but that doesn't mean it's completely dirt proof.Lanolin, a substance that repels dirt and debris, is found in the long, furry fibers of Icelandic sheepskin rugs.If you want to keep sheepskin or any other white fur rug looking its best, shake it out outdoors.The dirt should fall out.

The metal-bristled brush can be used to fluff the fur.It helps remove tangles and stuck-on debris by bringing the fur back to its original state.A brush with plastic bristles works well if the fur is short hair.Every few weeks or more often, brush any fur rug to keep it in good shape.

If regular household detergents are used to clean the rug, the natural oils in other types of fur could be stripped away.You can spot clean the rug by spraying the affected area with water and then sprinkling cornstarch over it.Put your fingers in the spot and let the rug dry.The substance that clings to the sheepskin will be brushed away after the cornstarch is removed.

From time to time, this cleaning method can be used on the entire sheepskin to refresh its natural beauty.If you need to wet the fibers, use as little water as possible and don't soak the skin.

The quicker you act when there is a spill on a fur rug, the better.Do not rub the spill with paper towels.If necessary, wear rubber gloves for solid matter.From the outside of the spill area, scoop spaghetti toward the center.A spoon is needed for this.The plastic spoon helps remove food and other debris that has hardened.

To make sure the underside of the rug isn't damaged, apply a nonalkaline cleaner that is safe for fur and leather.After blotting the spot with water, follow the directions on the bottle.

Proceed with caution if you think it's time to wash the entire rug.A rug that is old and losing fur should never be washed in a machine or by hand, as it will likely break down even more.If you remember where the rug came from, wash it according to the instructions on the company's website.

If you don't know what to do with the rug, shake it out and brush it to get rid of dirt and fur.The instructions on the bottle indicate that a small amount of fur and leather soap solution should be added to the tub to soak the rug.Take the rug out of the water with your hands.If the rug is wool/sheepskin, do not rub it.

After a few minutes, empty the water and fill the tub with fresh water, releasing soap from the rug.Roll the rug up and squeeze out the remaining water if you have to.If the rug is heavy with water, put it in the washing machine to get rid of the water.

The rug should be dry on a flat surface such as a table or workbench.Allow the rug to dry naturally, away from heat sources that could damage it.While the rug is slightly damp, brush it with a wire-bristled fur or wool brush.After it's completely dry, brush it again.

The best way to clean a faux-fur rug is to check the care tag, as the materials may vary from one rug to the next.Similar to dealing with real wool rugs, shake out the faux fur outdoors to remove debris and then brush it using a soft bristled brush.You would do the same with real fur.