You just removed a Persian or Oriental rug from storage and noticed a big crease running through it. Chances are it was folded while in storage. Whether you folded it yourself by mistake or it’s a rug handed down to you from a family member, we’re not going to judge the person who readied it […]
Persian rugs are well made and last a long time. And you want to take good care of them. You may decide to clean your Persian rugs yourself. If you do, be careful. There are certain things you don’t want to do because they could damage your piece, which is a valuable investment. Here are […]
Pet accidents can cause damage in a number of ways. Weakening the foundation Destabilizing the color die by oxidizing the color make up. The original accident smell will attract your animal to continue to have more accidents. Can my rug be saved after a pet marks it? If you have your rug properly washed and […]
Every 4 to 5 years when I want to clean my rugs, who should I call? A dry cleaner uses chemicals, while a carpet cleaner surface washes your rugs. Hand washing a fine Oriental or Persian rug involves organic solutions made specifically for hand-woven rugs and a deep washing all the way through each […]
Have you ever picked up a wool rug, checked its backside and seen tiny larvae squirming happily? Aside from saying “Ewwwww!” you may have wondered what they were and how they got there. You also more than likely swore you’d never allow such pests to make camp on your rugs again! To help you do […]
If you rug needs professional cleaning, you can call just any professional carpet cleaning service, correct? Wrong! Wrong! A thousand times wrong! Here’s why: A “regular” professional cleaning company often will do a fantastic job cleaning your wall-to-wall carpets and area rugs….but only if they aren’t the textile works of art that are hand-knotted Persian […]
If you’ve taken the time to research why hand-knotted Persian and Oriental rugs are so valuable and true works of art, and if you’ve decided that their higher cost is worth it, considering their workmanship and overall beauty, then you’ll want to be sure that you have the right tools in your home so that […]
Persian and Oriental rugs are very durable and can take quite a beating when it comes to liquid spillage. We discussed moth damage in a post last month, so we’ll take on liquid/water damage today.
Have you noticed worn parts of your Oriental or Persian carpet – even though it’s rarely used and hardly anyone every walks upon it? Your rug may have been a smorgasbord for moths. Moths and other bugs love wool. Most Persian/Oriental rugs are made of wool fibers so your rug is a veritable feast for […]
If you’ve purchased a hand-knotted, quality Persian or Oriental rug, you very well may have visions of handing the rug down to your children and/or grandchildren, also hoping that they will pass it down to their grandchildren! Fine rugs made of wool, wool, and silk are quite sturdy and should last for decades when cared […]
As the holidays approach, you undoubtedly are thinking of hosting a party or two. Perhaps you’re hosting a neighborhood party at your home, or your teens are planning on having a New Year’s Eve blowout. Regardless, if you have a handmade rug in your home, you’re going to want to make sure it’s protected. In […]
We’re not serious, of course: who would want to destroy a beautiful Persian or Oriental rug? But some of us don’t know the right way to care for these lovely textile works of art and, even though these rugs are incredibly sturdy and can withstand a lot of “abuse,” we thought we’d talk to you […]
When it’s time to get your Persian or Oriental rug professionally cleaned (we suggest every four to five years), you’re going to want to make sure the rug cleaner understands the special cleaning needs of these beautiful woven works of art. We suggest again a Rug Company that specializes in rug cleaning, not the carpet […]
Why Your Rug Needs Professional Cleaning More tips on how to keep your rug investment for years to come. You undoubtedly want to keep your hand-knotted rug as beautiful as possible for as long as possible. Perhaps you even dream of handing the rug down to your children and grandchildren and their children and grandchildren. […]
Persian and Oriental rugs are gorgeous works of art. However, unlike sculptures, paintings, ceramics, etc., they are not delicate – these rugs are incredibly sturdy and can take just about anything you can throw – or spill – on them…for decades! Still, the better you care for them the longer they’ll last, and the longer […]
Now that you’ve purchased your first – or 10th – Persian or Oriental rug, you need to make sure you care for it properly. Doing so will mean you can pass the rug to your children and grandchildren, and they can pass it down to their descendants, as well. These gorgeous works of art are […]
