1. How do I care for my Floorcloth/Tablerunner?
2. How do I care for my Hooked Rugs?
3. How do I care for my Penny Rug?
4. How do I store my Floorcloth/Tablerunner when not in use?
5. How do I store my Hooked Rugs when not in use?
6. How do I store my Penny Rugs when not in use?
7. How do I clean my Floorcloth/Tablerunner?
8. How do I clean my Hooked Rug?
9. How do I clean my Penny Rug?
10. What is the history of Floorclothes/Tablerunners?
11. What is the history of Hooked Rugs
12. What is the history of Penny Rugs

1.) How do I care for my Floorcloth/Tablerunner?
If maintained properly your Floorcloth/Tablerunner will last a lifetime. Depending on how heavy of a traffic area you place your floorcloth/tablerunner, you may want to refresh your finish once a year by applying 1 to 2 coats of protective finish. I use Minwax polycrylic clear satin (non yellowing). Never place your floorcloth on carpet or anything other than a flat solid surface, as heals may puncture a hole in your cloth.

2.) How do I care for my Hooked Rugs?
Never shake or snap a hooked rug. Never put a hooked rug in a washing machine and Never keep a hooked rug in direct sunlight for long lengths of time. It is okay to vacuum your rug, however the powerhead on some vacuum cleaners are extremely powerful and therefore not recommend.

3.) How do I care for my Penny Rug?
Never put a penny rug in a washing machine and Never place a penny rug in direct sunlight for long lengths of time.

4.) How do I store my Floorcloth/Tablerunner when not in use? Never fold or crease your floorcloth/tablerunner. If you must store your floorcloth/tablerunner, either store it under a bed where it can remain flat, or if this is not possible, roll your floorcloth/tablerunner with painted side facing out. When ready to place your floorcloth/tablerunner back on the floor/table, simply unroll it. Within a short time, your floorcloth will flatten again..

5.) How do I store my Hooked Rugs when not in use?
It is not good to store hooked rugs in any area where there may be dampness or extremes of temperature. If you must store them, consider a closet or under a bed. Never fold your rug or store it in an airtight plastic bag. Folding a rug places too much strain on the points where the folds are. Storing a rug in a plastic airtight bag can cause dry rot. Always roll your rug right side out. This way there is no strain put on the foundation of your rug. If you wish to wrap your hooked rug in something, try using a clean sheet.

6.) How do I store my Penny Rugs when not in use?
It is not recommended to fold your penny rug, as over time the fold may discolor from the rest of your penny rug. If it’s not possible to lay your piece flat, roll it right side out. Never store your penny rug in an airtight plastic bag. Storing a penny rug in an airtight plastic bag can cause dry rot. If you wish to wrap your penny rug in something, try using a clean sheet.

7.) How do I clean my Floorcloth/Tablerunner?
For every day care, wash your floorcloth with mild soap and water.

8.) How do I clean my Hooked Rug?
There are many rug cleaners on the market today that will very work well. Before using any product, on your rug, test a small area on the underside. You may also wish to use a little Woollight or a mixture of 2 cups water to 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Always wipe with clean fresh water when finished. Try not to soak your rug.

9.) How do I clean my Penny Rug?
There are many suitable cleaners on the market today that will work very well. I like to use Woolight. When ever possible, damp sponge areas needing cleaned. If it’s necessary to wash entire penny rug, add a small amount of woollight to a basin and gently wash your penny rug. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Lay flat to dry.

10.) History of Floorcloths & TableRunners
Initially brought over from England as early as the 1600s, Floorcloths originated as substitutes for more costly woven carpets and fine flooring. Extremely popular, they were favored in households both modest and grand until the late 1800s when linoleum began to come into style. In particular, Floorcloths were used in such heavily trafficked areas as halls and stairs because of their durability and the fact that they require minimal care.

11.) History of Hooked Rugs:
In early 19 th century Maine, New Hampshire, and eastern Canada the craft of rug hooking flourished into an art. Frugal housewives would cut pieces of old worn clothing or blankets into narrow strips for hooking. Empty burlap feedbags were utilized as a foundation.. Using a whale bone or special metal hook with a wood handle, the hooker pulled strips of fabric up through the backing. The pulled strips formed loops, creating the nap of the rugs.. First made mainly among the urban middle class as bed-covers, hooking soon became a standard method to create inexpensive, sturdy floor coverings. Soon the art grew in appeal to the more urban, affluent households. By the 1940's rug hooking became well established and continues to flourish today.

12.) History of Penny Rugs
A traditional American Folk Art dating back to the mid 19th century, the name Penny rug derives from the coins that were used as templates for the many circle shapes. Also known as coin rugs or dollar rugs, circles were layered two or three high and appliquéd using a blanket stitch Along with the circles common in penny rugs, many penny rugs are found to be framed or bordered in tongue shapes. Despite their name, Penny rugs were not used on the floor, but as decorative table rugs or wall hangers.