Using your Padma rug is simple. Just place it on a flat surface and add a rug pad to keep it from slipping and make it more comfortable. When spills happen, quickly blot them with a clean, white dry sponge or cloth. Regular vacuuming is important to keep it clean. Use a vacuum without a beater bar or set the bar to the highest pile setting. If your vacuum has power settings, use the low one. Vacuum the full length of the rug and then turn it and do the next area. Don't vacuum back and forth. Some shedding is normal. It's a good idea to get your rug professionally cleaned from time to time. This rug is Goodweave certified, so you know it was made without child labor.