378. Making a Carpet Last Longer
A half-worn carpet may be made to last longer by ripping it apart, and transposing the breadths.
379. Sweeping a Stair-Carpet
A stair carpet should never be swept down with a long broom, but always with a short-handled brush, a dust-pan being held closely under each step of the stairs during the operation of sweeping.
380. Cleaning Oilcloth
Oilcloth should never be scrubbed with a brush, but, after being first swept, it should be cleansed by washing with a large soft cloth and lukewarm or cold water. On no account use soap or hot water, as either will injure the paint, and in time remove it.