Exceptional Oriental Rug Cleaning in Solana Beach, CA
Specialized Oriental Rug Cleaning, Handled With the Respect These Pieces Deserve
An Oriental rug is more than just floor covering. Often, these rugs take months, if not years, to complete by skilled artisans who have learned the intricate techniques of rug knotting over the years. Whether you own a Persian, Turkish, Afghan or another style of Oriental rug, it has a specific construction that requires a specialized rug cleaning process to effectively clean it.
Oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach, CA is one of the specialties of Pure Rug Solutions. As rug enthusiasts and rug experts, we know the various materials and dyes and rug knotting techniques used in Oriental rugs. We will clean your rug accordingly, with respect for the craftsmanship that went into creating your rug.
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Caring for Antique and Heirloom Rugs
Because many antique rugs feature natural dyes and traditional methods of weaving, these rugs can be more fragile than modern rugs. Additionally, rugs that are over a century old may feature wear and repairs that require extra care during the oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach process.
Each antique rug is independently assessed to determine the best oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach method. If a rug is required to be cleaned in a gentler method or takes additional drying time, we will take that extra time to ensure that the rug is properly cared for after cleaning.
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Common Concerns We Address
Many Oriental rugs are brought to us due to years of accumulated soil and wear, pet stains and odors, musty rugs due to improper storage or cleaning attempts, faded colors due to years of accumulated soil and dust, and mats on the fringe of the rugs due to years of wear.
Often rugs will appear to regain their original colors and texture after having been professionally cleaned, as years of embedded soil and dust can make rugs appear more worn and faded than they are. Make sure to call us for oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach when this happens
Oriental Rug Cleaning Process
Every rug that is professionally cleaned by our company is subjected to a detailed inspection and dye test prior to the rug is cleaned.
This initial inspection and dye test allows Pure Rug Solutions to determine the type of dyes that are used in the rug and their colorfastness. Additionally, we examine the rug’s weave and any damage that it may have sustained throughout its life. This initial inspection allows us to determine the method that we will use to clean the rug once it is delivered to our facility.
The following step is dry soil extraction using dusting equipment to remove soil that may be embedded into the rug from deep into the pile and foundation. Oriental rugs typically contain more soil than the rug’s owners appreciate, due to the way that the rugs are knotted to hold dirt that cannot be vacuumed from the rug.
Spotting and pretreatment of stains allows rugs to be treated according to the type of stain that is discovered on the rug. For instance, a pet stain may require a different pretreatment than food stains or general grime that has accumulated on the rug over time.
Immersing the rug in an aqueous solution is the most common treatment for Oriental rugs. Depending upon the type of rug, the process can be performed in ways that flush the soil and residue from deep within the pile. In some instances, the rugs are immersed by hand, especially if the rug is made of silk or is an antique rug that cannot stand the immersion processes of a machine.
Fringe cleaning and detailing is one of the most overlooked aspects of Oriental rug care. Often one of the original elements of the rug, the fringe can eventually become discolored over time. Nevertheless, the fringe can be cleaned and groomed to restore the rug’s fringe to its original appearance without damaging the knots that hold it in place.
Controlled drying is another essential element of rug care. By drying the rugs in a climate-managed space with proper air circulation from both sides of the rug, Oriental rugs can dry evenly. Improper drying can lead to mildew, odor, and damage to the rug’s foundation. Therefore, rugs are dried with extra care to avoid these elements.
A final quality inspection closes out the oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach process. We examine the rug one final time to ensure that it is in great condition prior to returning it to your home.
Why Oriental Rugs Require Specialized Care
Oriental rugs differ from standard area rugs in a number of ways. Most Oriental rugs are hand knotted using natural fibers, such as wool, silk, or cotton. Furthermore, the dyes that color some of these rugs are natural and created from plant based dyes, which are more sensitive to various cleaning agents than the synthetic dyes used on modern area rugs.
Incorrect oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach methods can damage an Oriental rug. For instance, using water on an Oriental rug can cause the dye to bleed from the rug, permanently darkening some areas of the rug. Additionally, the harsh chemicals often found in Oriental rugs can damage the natural fiber of the rug over time. Furthermore, incorrectly drying an Oriental rug can lead to the rugs shrinkage or warping. Finally, the foundation of many Oriental rugs is cotton or wool, the same fibers as the rug itself; thus, incorrectly drying the rug can lead to the weakening of the rug’s foundation over time.
Why Solana Beach Chooses Us for Oriental Rug Care
Beyond the exceptional quality of our oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach staff and facilities, the location of our company also provides an additional layer of consideration for rug owners in Solana Beach. The humidity in the area can be detrimental to the natural fibers of rugs with time, as well as the sand and salt that may track onto rugs from the nearby beaches. A company that is not familiar with the area would not consider these factors in the care of rugs.
Finally, we are also proud to be a business that Solana Beach residents can visit in person. Located at 415 S Cedros Ave, we welcome customers to our facility to bring in their rugs for care and to see the facility for themselves.
Trust Your Oriental Rug to Specialists
Oriental rugs hold a great deal of value financially and sentimentally. They are some of the most intricate rugs in existence and require oriental rug cleaning in Solana Beach specialists who understand the differences between Oriental rugs and ordinary rugs, as well as the time required to properly clean and preserve those rugs.
Call us at (858) 256-8507 or email Steven directly at Steven@purerugsolutions.com for more information or to schedule your rug service. Stop by our company at 415 S Cedros Ave in Solana Beach, CA. We are open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 7PM and Saturday from 8AM to 6PM, closed Sundays.
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Ready to Bring Your Rug Back to Life?
If you have a rug that has lost its color, stained from the old stains, or just feels dull underfoot, we are ready to take a look at your rug and get it to a state you will enjoy walking on.