Floorcloth: Use and Care instructions

Use and Care instructions

Where can floorcloths be used

Floorcloths ideally can be used in any non-carpeted area of the house with great effect. Typical areas are under the dining table, in the living room or family room, under the coffee table, on the kitchen floor, near the sink, yoga room, sunroom, entry foyer, hallway, children's room and nurseries, powder room or in front of the fireplace. In public places like library, museum, Doctor's office, restaurant floorcloths are are ideal. Many floor cloths have been used even as wall hangings. Unlike pile rugs and carpets, a floorcloth does not collect dust or dust mites. Moreover, any dust on the floorcloth can be cleaned with the minimum of effort. Hence a floorcloth is a very effective substitute to rugs and carpets in the homes of people with allergy and asthma.

Mariner's Compass Floorcloth

Compass Rose Floorcloth
Historic Collection

Floorcloths in Traditional Quilt Designs

Penny Rug Floorcloth

What is a Floorcloth

A floorcloth is a hand-painted canvas rug that is treated to last a long time. The popularity of painted canvas rugs dates back to the time when earlier Europeans settled in America. They were in vogue throughout the 18th and 19th centuries but were gradually replaced by synthetic floor coverings. However, with the revival of interest in handcrafted things for home decoration, the floorcloth has made a grand comeback. Floorcloths not only protect the surface they cover but also add color, character, grace and style to the decor. Since floorcloths are handcrafted, no two floorcloths are similar, even if they have been made using the same design. Each piece individually created to suite ones taste.

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