Method 1: Back-roll/Reverse roll your rug
It is recommended to roll the rug in the opposite direction and allowing it to sit for a few hours to allow it to lay flat. Creases typically flatten out within 1-2 weeks of unrolling.
Method 2: Use Heavy Objects
You can use heavy objects like books, plants, pottery to flatten your rug’s problem areas.
Method 3: Steam Or Heat Your Rug
If your new rug doesn’t straighten out on its own, try steaming or heating your rug with a hairdryer.
How to steam your rug:
Use a steamer to remove wrinkles, creases and rolled corners from rugs.
1. The first step is to dampen the corners of your rug and leave them to dry.
2. If this doesn’t work, take your steamer or iron (turned to the steam setting) and place a damp towel over the problem area.
3. Press your iron into the towel with quick, short bursts, so you don’t burn either the towel or the carpet.
4. After you’ve completed this process, bend the fibres back into place, brush the rug to reshape and lie flat to dry.
Remember: Always steam the back of your rug rather than the front, and don’t soak the fibres.
This method is particularly effective for synthetic, cotton and wool rugs. However, we advise you to take caution before heating synthetic fibre rugs. Make sure your steamer is not at a high temperature as this can melt the rug fibres. If you’re unsure, contact your rug supplier for advice.