I�ve always thought my wool rug smelled like sulfur or burnt rubber, It has smelled for years and just gets worse. I�ve had it outside for days and I�ve used several types of Carpet Fresh powder. All have been temporary fixes. I bought a commercial gallon jug of Febreze because it advertises that it bonds with odor producing properties. My rug is big (8� x 11�). I hung it on the railing of my deck on a clear dry day. I connected a spray jug onto my garden hose. The type of jug that you put lawn chemicals in(Ortho Dial N Spray). I was desperate� This rug is so big, I could easily smell it in the next room. I also paid well over $1000 for it. The commercial Febreze is supposed to be mixed at a 10 to 1 ratio. The highest setting on the Ortho Dial N Spray is 8 oz per gallon (a 22 to 1 ratio)� half the recommended mix. I had no other way to get a richer mix, so I went with it and figured I could always spray it again later. I absolutely soaked both sides of the rug. It took three days to dry ! It�s been almost two months now and no small. It�s safe to assume that if I do have to pray it again, it won�t be for a very long time and should take longer for the odor to come back with each application.

These look like long pieces of felt and/or wool stitched together. I think using the floor attachment of the vacuum would best. I am not an expert but I do have an oriental wool rug and this is what I use. I know this is not an oriental rug but perhaps requires the same treatment. What do others think?

Another option . . . Craig's List. In my area there are many rugs offered for sale on CL, you just have to be patient to find what you want. I scored a good-looking vintage rug, indigo blue and terra-cotta, for the area leading from my living room to the backyard. The dog is in and out a dozen times a day and the rug hides the dirt. It's not in perfect condition but it's adds some style and class to the space. I paid $180, plus the cost of a pad. Now I'm looking for a smaller rug for my tiny entryway.

Arellyls H, I lean toward traditional, yet functional decor, and hesitate to offer any type of design advice. For the most part, I visit Houzz to learn how to arrange my old, Southern, family hand-me-down furniture & antiques in a pleasing way that fits our current lifestyle. Trust me, I'm hardly one to give advice when it comes to decor. :) That said; if it were me, I'd first decide how I want the room to function for my family. Next, I'd search Houzz photos with as many descriptive words & filters possible, and see what pops up. Finally, I'd put those photos into an ideabook with a note about why I like that particular room. The pros are excellent at viewing those ideabooks and finding the common elements, so they'll be able to help you pull your room together. PS...I've noticed if you post photos as you re-arrange, you'll get a better response. Even if it's days between you posting, those snaps are a great way to ensure communication between you and the helpful, volunteer designers stays active as you finish your room. Plus, people like me enjoy seeing your progress. You never know what might spark inspiration for another Houzzer. Looking forward to seeing your beautiful new room complete! :) Happy Houzzing!