Caring for Kilims - Cleaning
Some people think kilims only have geometric motifs, but kilims can be remarkably versatile as the kilim above shows. Though floral motifs are usually associated with hand knotted Oriental rugs, this beautiful Moldovan kilim has a fantastic floral border and center field. I find these kinds of kilims almost fun, and can lend a room a very dynamic and vibrant feel.
Caring for kilims is similar as caring for rugs. It is important that a kilim is regularly vacuumed though without the use of a beater bar. A kilim should be rotated every six months or so so that any wear or muting by the sun is evenly distributed. In addition, it is good practice to have a kilim professionally cleaned every two years. With these minimal steps, a kilim can last just as long as a handknotted rug, which is as long as a few generations. ---
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