This is typically the best approach because the pile is not as strong as the area rug s foundation.
Drawing rolled up rug.
If the dent is deep you can mist it with clean water in a spray bottle first to help the fibers relax.
Leave the rug rolled up for a day or two.
Ensure that the rug is straight and aligned when you begin to roll.
That s right flip that rug over then roll it up.
This method does work really well but works best if you have an extra room or basement where you can do it.
Start by folding the carpet into thirds length wise.
Then fold one end of the rug which will begin your roll.
If you hear any cracking sound when you re rolling the rug stop to avoid damaging the rug.
Using a comb and a blow dryer gently brush out rug wrinkles.
If you are shipping a 9x12 heriz carpet you are probably going to have to fold it before rolling it.
Depending on which way the rug was rolled the corners may curl upward or downward once the rug is smoothed out on the floor.
This will still take some time but significantly less time that it would if it were right side up.
This is particularly important for rugs with a strong stiff backing.
Gently turn the rug face down and reverse roll it.
We tri fold our room size carpets so our customers don t end up with a large crease down the middle of their rug.
Roll it up in the opposite fashion.
Lay the rug upside down.
Only this time roll it so that the side that originally faced outward usually the carpet s underside is now on the inside of your roll.
It isn t good for the rug to be walked on while it is upside down nor does it look very attractive.
Begin by laying out the rug in a face up position.
Again use a low heat setting when aiming your blow dryer toward the rug to avoid burning or melting the fibers.
Go ahead and roll it with the top side the pile facing out.
The pile should be facing away from the person that will be rolling the carpet.
When you unroll the rug it should lay much flatter.
If they curl upward push the corners under so the tips are on the.
This is known as back rolling or reverse rolling roll the carpet back up after it has sat in the sun for a few hours.
Rolling the rug up with the pile facing in can put unnecessary undue strain on the rug s backing causing stretching or in time cracking.
While time and gravity work together to cure.
Jan 6 2015 how to flatten an area rug that has been rolled up.
This means the back of the rug is dry and may be rotting.