Heavy furniture leaves indentations on carpet and rugs, and you may wonder if this will cause lasting damage to your beloved Oriental or Persian rug.  Most indentations gradually disappear over time, and you can help them along by placing an ice cube over the sunken area.  However, in some cases, depending on the fragility of [Read the full article…]

When the inevitable spills occur, it’s important to act quickly so the spill doesn’t have a chance to become a stain in your beautiful Oriental rug.  Here’s a reference sheet to quickly address common household spills and stains: Pet Urine– Blot with cold water, then use a cleaning solution of one teaspoon of clear dishwashing [Read the full article…]

Homeowners and rug collectors know the importance of routine vacuuming, but what’s the difference between weekly or biweekly vacuuming and professional rug dusting? Frequency– We recommend vacuuming your Oriental rugs weekly.High traffic areas benefit from being vacuumed more frequently.  You should also routinely flip the rug over and vacuum the underside as well.  (It’s a [Read the full article…]

You may be wondering if it’s possible to have your area rug cleaned within your home. There are many good Jacksonville FL rug cleaning companies, and certain ones do offer this service.  However, though this seems convenient, it is not recommended.  Here’s why: Cleaning Rugs Inside a Home May Cause Damage to the Home– Rug cleaning [Read the full article…]

Certain areas of your home naturally get used more than others, and for different purposes, and it matters where you choose to place your rugs.  The Oriental rug underneath your dining room furniture will need to be vacuumed frequently and inspected for food and wine spills after every dinner party.  A Persian rug in a [Read the full article…]