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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
While silk Oriental rugs are sturdier than they look, they are more delicate than an Oriental rug made of wool. Therefore any discussion of how a professional will clean your silk rug needs to start with tips on how you should care for the rug. Even the gentlest of shampoos may be too abrasive for […]
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 […]
