The rugs are taken to our drying room, rugs are hung vertically by one end. By hanging the rug by one end the shrinkage is greatly minimized. Even though the rug is not dripping after it has gone through the wringing process it is still holding water and is therefore heavier than when it’s dry. Most Oriental rugs have wool in them, it can hold up to 25% of its weight in water without feeling damp.
Being a WoolSafe Approved Fibre Care Specialist, E113267. I know the weight of the damp rug hanging by one end keeps a pressure on the rug that minimizes the contraction or shrinkage of the rug. Not all rugs should be hung due to their construction, this is picked up in the ID inspection process. With floor drying or flat drying there are some that need to lay flat to dry due to their construction. When operating the drying room it is heated to anywhere from 30°C to 40°C depending on the types of rugs being dried. There are large fans that move the air and rugs to maximize the rapid drying process, along with dehumidifiers to remove the excess moisture from the air. A large thick rug can be dry in a few hours.