Dealing with Draught Marks on Carpets

If you've ever noticed those annoying dark lines appearing around the edges of your room, you're likely dealing with draught marks on carpets. It's one of those things that sneaks up on you. You think your house is clean, and then you move a piece of furniture or just look down at the skirting boards, and there they are—shadowy, greyish streaks that look like someone took a charcoal pencil to your flooring. It's incredibly frustrating, especially when you realize that no matter how much you vacuum, they just don't seem to budge. ...

February 6, 2026 · 7 min · Cortesia Neeti