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Winter in Wisconsin means salt on every sidewalk, driveway, and parking lot from November through March, and most of it ends up on the bottom of someone's boots before it ever gets swept up. On tile or laminate, that's a minor annoyance and a quick wipe down. On a hand-knotted Persian or Oriental rug, it's a different story. Road salt can leave stains, attract grime, and in worse cases start breaking down the fibers themselves. If you own one of these rugs, it's worth understanding exactly how that damage happens and what to do the moment you spot it.