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Jullia Joson

How to clean a shag rug – 4 expert tips to easily restore its soft, fluffy look

American stye cottage at Christmas. Bedroom with off-white walls, cream shag pile on beige carpet, vintage chest of drawers and double bed with light green throw.

Considering shaggy rugs are some of the cosiest rugs you can purchase for your home, it's no wonder they're such a popular choice for decorating a room. However, while their long and fluffy fibres make them a treat underfoot, this equally poses a challenge when it comes to cleaning. This puts knowing how to clean a shag rug at the top of things we ought to learn, especially if you want to keep it looking luxurious.

Chances are, you probably already know how to clean a rug. However, due to the nature of a shag rug's high pile and unique texture, there are some extra considerations to be made when cleaning a shag rug that differentiate this job from anything else.

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