We’re frequently asked, “How do you clean rugs?” or “What method do you use for rug cleaning?”
As a general, rule we take rugs through four primary processes: dry soil removal, deep cleaning, thorough drying and final servicing. However, individual attention is given to every rug to guarantee the best results. Some of the most common concerns that we give attention to are color stability, type of face fiber, type of foundation material, method of construction, fragility of the item, and manufacturer cleaning codes.
Our expert service is available for all types of rugs:
Oriental Rug Cleaning
Feel free to call us or drop by our shop to discuss the value as well as the proper care and cleaning of your valuable imported or heirloom rugs.
We specialize in the cleaning and restoration of oriental rugs, using methods specifically developed to retain value and extend their lifespan. We also offer a wide range of repair services, if needed, to maintain or enhance the value of your rugs.
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Persian Rug Cleaning
We specialize in the cleaning and restoration of fine, imported items such as Persian rugs. Our methods are designed to prevent damage and to maintain the value of your rug. We offer a wide range of repair services, including hand reweaving and fringing.
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Area Rug Cleaning
After three generations of family ownership, we’ve developed effective methods for cleaning all types of area rugs, machine or handmade.
If you don’t know what kind of rug you have give us a call at 503-653-0440 or bring it in and we can help identify it for you.
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Oriental Rug Cleaning Process
As a general, rule we take rugs through four primary processes: dry soil removal, deep cleaning, thorough drying and final servicing. However, individual attention is given to every rug to guarantee the best results. Some of the most common concerns that we give attention to are color stability, type of face fiber, type of foundation material, method of construction, fragility of the item, and manufacturer cleaning codes.
Initially, dry soil is removed from rugs by vibrating them with our specialty “dusting” machine, by vacuuming the rug or with use of compressed air.
The conventional method for deep cleaning removes embedded dirt and residues. It consists of washing the rugs very much like we do our hands or our hair. We clean the rugs both front side and back with neutral PH shampoo, and then rinse the shampoo and the soils out of the rug. Rug fringes are washed and rinsed by hand. We then use a color fasting material to ensure the stability of the dyes in the rug.
Rugs that cannot be cleaned with conventional method must be handled with extra care. Some need to be cleaned completely on the dry side with no water at all. Some need to be fastened down to our large wood floors to control shrinking and buckling, which can occur if a rug is not cleaned properly. Some rugs are cleaned more like a piece of furniture because of their extremely fragile condition.
After cleaning, rugs are groomed for appearance and then hung to dry at approximately 70 degrees with high-speed air movement on an elevated drying rack. More delicate items are dried in separate areas to more precisely control air speed and movement.
We perform a final servicing on each rug, inspecting it for any conditions that can be improved. Any remaining spots, soils or odors are noted and the item is sent back for additional work until there is no more room for improvement. The fringes and the pile are brushed for softness and texture regulation. The rug is then scheduled for any repair, pad or stain repellant treatment needed. When all work is completed rugs are wrapped in natural paper, ready for pick up by you or routed for delivery to your home or office.
