If you use area rugs over your carpet, be sure to remove and clean them regularly. Clean and restore the pile of the carpet underneath. Be certain to check area rugs for colorfastness before putting them back over your carpet, as the dyes in some rugs may bleed through to the carpet. After cleaning your carpet, remember to allow complete drying before replacing rugs.

Protect your carpet from prolonged periods of direct sunlight with blinds, shades, or awnings.

Occasionally move heavy furniture to avoid excessive pile crushing. Put coasters intended for use with carpet under the legs of tables, chairs, and other furniture to help distribute the weight and prevent crushing the pile. Do not use chairs or appliances with rollers or casters on carpet without a chair pad designed for carpet. Continued use without a chair pad can course damage to the carpet.

When moving heavy wheeled furniture ( Pianos, Buffets, etc. ) prevent damage by placing a protective barrier o heavy cardboard or plywood between the wheels and the carpet.