It s commonly used by textile conservationists and is sold at tack shops as a horse shampoo orvus wa paste.
How to clean a latch hook wall hanging.
Then place two strands of yarn under your hook.
Remove the straight pins when all the ends are secured.
Avoid agitating treat it as you would a fine woolen sweater.
Before a bit flat and matted after a cool machine wool wash and a couple of days on the radiator it s all fresh and fluffy again.
Remove the stopper and let the dirty water drain out.
See the example below.
Cut your latch hook canvas to your preferred size.
Hold all four strand ends in one hand so that they are just about at the crook of your latch hook.
Hand wash a latch hook rug made with cotton yarn in cool water.
Use a needle and thread to secure them in place with an overcast stitch.
The bigger your size the more yarn you ll need.
Attach the non sewn end of rug binding to the bottom of the latch hook rug.
Pin them in place with straight pins.
You may need to soak it for an hour for the water to penetrate the wool fibers.
The book recommends a solution of 1 teaspoon of orvus wa paste in 1 quart of water.
I find a good clean puffs up and freshens the texture of the rug as well as cleaning it.
Fill with clean water and repeat the process until the water is clear.
I cut mine to measure about 14 x 28.
Use a mild liquid laundry soap only if absolutely necessary test on an inconspicuous section of yarn before washing to make sure it will be color safe.
Immerse your rug and gently squish it to release dirt.