Fake fur has gained immense popularity over the recent years this is because the use of real fur has been limited to protect the animal rights. Its not easy to distinguish between real and faux fur area rugs because they seem almost the same to naked eyes. You may spot a few differences if you have knowledge regarding fake and real fur.

These are more resistant to temperature changes and don't get affected by insect damage. You can easily clean your rug at home without fearing that it could get damaged whilst you wash it. Depending on the length of the fur you can either machine wash it or hand wash them.

Usually, it is advised that if the fur length is a bit longer then do not attempt to machine wash the rug instead you should hand wash it because washing in the machine could end up creating knots. Always follow the guidelines provided by the manufacturer in this respect to ensure that the product retains its shape for a long period of time.

To make sure that the rug retains its looks for a long period of time, you have to ensure you take care of it properly and that is not difficult to do at all. Other colors may survive excessive wear and tear but if its white in color, then you have to take extra care because white color may get dirty easily. Always use a mild detergent for washing and never try to over do it.

Usually, it is recommended to air dry the rug instead of using the dryer. This is because faux fur is purely synthetic and if it is exposed to excessive heat from the dryer, it may damage the rug immensely. Spinning is also not recommended therefore, if you have decided to machine wash it, always use the most mild settings without any spinning or drying.

Its better to dry it indoors because exposing it to natural sunlight may fade out the colors. Direct sunlight and heat are both harmful for such type of rugs so you should not attempt to put it under direct sunlight. Avoid putting it on a flat surface whilst its drying because it will take more than double time to dry that way. Always use a hanger or rail so that it can be dried easily.

Its very common to experience that even when you hand wash it, some loops and knots are still formed. They can be easily removed whilst using a soft brush and gently brushing down the whole rug. Brushing helps in smoothing out the knots and it appears to look fluffy and smooth again. To add softness, you could spray a little bit of fabric conditioner and then brush it out. Try to brush it as gently as you can otherwise it could get damaged.

Its important to keep them in a good condition so that they last for a very long time. If kept neat, they add beauty to any area where you put them and the good thing is that they are not that difficult to take care of.