Roll out the welcome mat and get acquainted with our guide on how to clean a rug—because how long has it been, honestly?

Q: My neighbor is moving and gave me her 8-by-12-foot Persian rug. She says it needs to be cleaned. I found out it might cost $500 or more to have it professionally cleaned, and I might not even like ...

Carpet can provide a soft spot for your feet to land, help dampen noises throughout a house and generally make a space feel cozier. But it can start to look dingy over time because of high traffic, ...