Vacuum regularly. Do not use beater brush. If long ends appear do not pull. This is not a defect. It is a normal occurrence in hand tufted Rectangular Rugs and is easily remedied using scissors to trim the sprouted section even with the Rectangular Rug. Sponge spots clean. To clean full Rectangular Rug, gently rinse with a solution of mild detergent and water. Hose Rectangular Rug clean, lift off ground and allow to dry thoroughly. Reducing exposure to rain and moisture will prolong Rectangular Rug life. Use of a Rectangular Rug pad is recommended.