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 […]
If you have an antique Persian or Oriental rug, you may wonder what its appraised value is for insurance purposes, or if you’ve decided to sell it. Read below for tips on how to appraise the value of an antique Persian or Oriental rug. Take a look at its design. How intricate is it? Does […]
When it comes to cleaning your fine Persian or Oriental rug, we don’t recommend that you clean it yourself. Sure, we have a vested interest in recommending that you take your woven work of art to a professional rug cleaning service, but because these rugs are so valuable – and more than likely cost you […]
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 […]
Not everyone wants to place a Persian or Oriental rug on the floor: some people prefer to showcase it as a work of art on a wall. If you’d like to show off your rug on a wall, read below for tips on how to do so for the best effect as well as to […]
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 […]
Fine weavers and artists have been creating Persian rugs for centuries (for at least 2,500 years. These textile works of art can last decades – even centuries – so it’s not surprising that there are a few “famous” Persian rugs. Read below for a handful of them. Two carpets created in the 16th century (around […]
Many people love the beauty of a Persian rug so much they become collectors in that they buy several rugs during their lifetime, probably eventually moving on to purchasing one or more antique Persian rugs. An antique Persian rug may or may not be more expensive as a new rug. Mr. Behnam loves appraising rug […]
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 […]
A Unique 11.5 X 14.1 Antique Persian Rug. This rug is a handmade Persian- Serapi from Iran with a center medallion. The weave is all hand spun vegetable dyes. Pile is, yarn that is knotted against the foundation of the rug, the visible surface of the rug, -sometimes called the face or nap of the […]
