If you decided to clean your Persian or Oriental rug yourself (and we – naturally – don’t recommend that anyone go the DIY route when it comes to these fine, hand-knotted works of art) and damaged it in the process, what should you do? Read below for some suggestions. We do not recommend washing rugs […]
Many people say you can – and should –spot clean your Persian or Oriental rug yourself, so long as you do so carefully. You never want to fully wet your rug at home. A wet rug is very hard to move and dry and clean at home- that is only one reason why we truly […]
Bugs love rugs. And, while most people think of moths when they think of bugs attacking rugs, there actually are a few more species you might find chowing down on your Persian or Oriental rug. Read below for a description of some of these insect pests and tips on how to deal with them. Let’s […]
When it comes to repairing or restoring the weave of your Persian or Oriental rug new or antique you should only let a professional with an expert touch work on your rug; like the experienced rug weavers at Persian Rug Cleaner of Dallas. Letting an amateur attempt the repairs of your rug may devalue your […]
You take your Persian or Oriental rug out of storage and notice that, because you folded it for storage, it now has a deep fold in it, one that – no matter what you do – just stays there. (Tip: never fold a rug for storage; always roll it up.) Or you see that your […]
Persian and Oriental rugs tend to be very sturdy and can take a lot of “abuse.” But the tassels on a rug can become damaged, either by getting sucked into a vacuum cleaner, damage from the dealer (very rare), and even normal wear and tear. If you notice that your rug is “shedding” pieces of […]
It happens to even those who take the utmost care of their beautiful Persian or Oriental rug – moths get to the rug and cause damage. Read below for tips on how to repair and/or take care of a rug beloved by moths. First, you’ll notice that the pests have gotten to your rug because […]
9 Interesting Facts about Oriental and Persian Rugs We love to take care of your Oriental and Persian rugs! Here at Persian Rug Cleaner, we live and breathe the care and upkeep of your beautiful rugs. That said, we’re true “rugophiles.” Talk to us at parties and we’ll talk your ears off about handmade rugs. […]
It’s bound to happen. Your pet will have an accident on you gorgeous Persian rug. Here’s how to handle it, clean it and make sure the rug stays as beautiful as it was before the accident. The trouble with pet urine is that it’s pretty acidic, making it a great breeding ground for bacteria which […]
