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What is rug fringe?

Rug fringe or tassels may appear to be decorative, but they play an important part in holding the pile knots in place. Warp threads, a foundational part of rug anatomy, are what weavers tie off once the rug is complete, creating a more commonly known part of rug anatomy, the fringe. For machine woven rugs, the fringe is sewn or glued on.

Fringe Problems

Rug owners often forget to turn the beater bar off while vacuuming rugs, resulting in fringe damage. Fringe that has been bleached by the rug manufacturer may be weakened, therefore increasingly susceptible to damage. Over the course of time, fringes may shorten as the fibers break off. If fringe damage is severe enough, the rug may literally begin to unravel. Attending to fringe damage before rug damage occurs is highly advisable.

Cleaning Rug Fringe

Fringe tends to be the dirtiest part of a rug. If you use a brush attachment to vacuum your rug fringe on a regular basis and have your rugs professionally cleaned often enough, the fringe should stay in great shape. However, once there is visible dirt on fringe, that means the particles have become deeply embedded in the fringe fibers. Tassels can be delicate, so removing deeply embedded soil can be difficult and is best left to rug cleaning professionals. Rug owners often damage fringe using overly aggressive DIY solutions and methods in an attempt to remove soil and restore the former appearance of the fringe.

Professional rug cleaners can achieve fantastic results cleaning rug fringe, unless the fringe is damaged. If tassels are brittle and easy to break off, even the most careful and gentle cleaning methods will not only fail to restore their former appearance, but will also likely result in further fringe damage.

Cutting or Hiding Rug Fringe

Sometimes frustrated rug owners cut or hide their rug fringe. While a little tassel trimming may help, excessive trimming can lead to knots unraveling. Rug owners who want to hide tassels should have this work done by a rug repair professional instead of using carpet tape, because the adhesive residue can damage the fringe once the tape is removed.

Professional Rug Cleaning

Not all professional rug cleaning companies have the knowledge or experience to assess fringe damage and safely clean rug fringe. Be sure to carefully select a reputable rug cleaning company with a long track record of successfully cleaning rug fringe. If you have any questions about rug fringe care, feel free to contact us.

This is one of a series of articles written and published on behalf of Surface Care PRO Partners.

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19:58 07 Jan 25
Brian did a fantastic job. Looks new like the day we built our house. He was friendly and professional and I would highly recommend Santa Fe Floor Care to anyone!
Kenny K.
23:09 30 Dec 24
We’ve used these guys twice to seal our tile grout. Professional, reasonable in price, easy to work with.
Rachele B.
18:09 23 Dec 24
We’ve had Santa fe floors come do surface repairs a few times. They are quick, reliable, reasonable and have excellent customer service! I highly recommend them!!
andrew N.
15:21 13 Dec 24
I was absolutely blown away by the exceptional hardwood floor and limestone cleaning service I received from Sante Fe Floor Care for my new construction home. Rodrick, our technician, was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also incredibly professional and courteous. He took the time to explain the entire process, the type of solution they use, and the best practices for future maintenance.The results were nothing short of spectacular. My floors look brand new! The attention to detail and the care he took in cleaning every nook and cranny was truly impressive. I highly recommend Sante Fe Floor Care to anyone seeking top-notch cleaning services, especially for new construction homes. They exceeded my expectations in every way.
Candy C.
16:48 12 Dec 24
We have been using the services of Santa Fe carpet and floors for almost 10 years. We have always been very pleased with the results. The team does excellent work and I'm always very comfortable with them in our home. This visit included tile floor and grout cleaning, and the results were amazing. Thank you, Santa Fe for your excellent work and commitment!
Bo Z.
18:14 11 Dec 24
We recently used Santa Fe Floor Care to clean our tile floor and seal the grout. Both Roderick and Brian were very professional and did a superb job at a reasonable rate. I would highly recommend Santa Fe Floor Care.
Stefania Rigo de R.
20:21 07 Nov 24
Bryan was very professional. He called to inform me he was on his way. Arrived on time and answered all my questions in detail. The carpet had some heavy traffic areas the were quite dirty. They all came out and it looks and smells terrific. I also had grout cleaned and I am very happy with the work. A visible difference in the kitchen and bathroom. I highly recommend Santa Fe. I have used them for over 15 years and they are consistent in their high quality service.
Shannon A.
23:02 27 Sep 24
Very knowledgeable, professional and punctual! We purchased a nine year old home in Sun City, all tile floors with two carpeted bedrooms. The home had been well cared for but the floors needed attention. Mr. Young came out, measured everything and visited with us, made suggestions and then clearly explained the process. We received a very fair quote and all the work was done well within a tight time frame. The floors are stunning! He also did a lovely job on a huge, 40 year old wool oriental carpet. We highly recommend Santa Fe Floor Care!!!Mr. and Mrs. James Armstrong
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