A Reddit user shared photos of several rugs rescued during a dumpster-diving trip and lamented how many are not saved each day. The poster thought the last two were handwoven and said they had read that making one can take 2–4 weeks.
Commenters recommended shampooing or thoroughly vacuuming the rugs and checking for pests, including fleas, clothing moths, roaches, bedbugs and body lice. One advised professional cleaning for homes with pets, warning that fleas may be present.
Reusing home decor may reduce landfill waste and the need for new manufacturing, while buying secondhand can save money. Replacing rugs can be costly, especially for large, handwoven or wool pieces.
