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I too purchased a beautiful 8X8 wool rug from Expo Design when they were closing their store in Concord, CA. With a 40% 'close out' price, I paid $800. We were in the middle of a house renovation, so it stayed rolled up for about 8 months. It's been down in the dining room for about 1-1/2 yrs and for most of that time, we have been trying to figure out the 'burnt rubber' smell!! I also contacted an oriental rug cleaner in the area and he told me about the latex backing & no guarantee he could get it out! I am really upset, as I love that rug, which is now in the garage. Before I toss it, I think I'll try removing the fabric backing and painting it with a primer. I'll let you know how it goes!