Although it may seem counter-intuitive, the best time to get your carpet professionally cleaned is actually before it starts to show signs of wear. Dirt and contaminants that are allowed to settle to the bottom of the carpet over time can break down your carpet's fibers, shortening its lifespan.
Love antique Oriental rugs? Collector James Ballard did, too. In 1922, he gave 126 of them as a gift to the Metropolitan Museum. With examples from the 15th to 18th centuries and valued at more than $440,000, the collection was declared priceless and irreplaceable.
Is your carpet developing gray stains in high traffic areas? A professional clean will not only remove these unsightly stains, but removing ground-in dirt and debris will extend the life of your carpet and save you money on total carpet replacement costs.
Do you have a high end area rug hanging on a wall of your home instead of decorating the floor? Rug art is becoming more common these days. In fact, two popular places to hang a rug are behind a couch and as a faux bed headboard.
Stains should be treated as quickly as possible to prevent them from setting. An old stain can be harder to remove than a newer one.
To keep your newly cleaned rugs in pristine condition, consider removing your shoes at the door. One study in California found 22 pesticides in the routine dust and dirt found on the rugs and floors of the average home.
Here's a common question: why should you get your carpets professionally cleaned when you can rent a machine and do it yourself? The truth is that there's a big difference in the results. Professional-level equipment can produce results far beyond those home machines.
When dealing with a high end rug, what portion is the mostly likely to show wear first? If you guessed the decorative end treatment, often fringe, you're right. Fringe can be particularly vulnerable to harsh hand or machine cleaning.
Mud tracks inside a home are the worst, especially if it gets deep down into your carpets. It doesn’t matter who made those tracks because we can get those stains out with ease.
In the mid-1850s, synthetic aniline dyes began to replace traditional natural dyes in many rug-weaving nations. In Persia, however, strict laws limited or banned their use on fibers, rugs and fabric until the early 20th century.
To ensure you have the most success with steam cleaning your carpets, rugs, and upholsteries, it is important to vacuum your home rigorously. This removes excess dirt and debris from these materials and reduces the amount of muddy mixture that results from applying hot water to your carpets.
Have you ever seen an antique rug that looked threadbare? This usually happens because dirt and soil sat on the rug too long and finally worked its way down to the base of the carpet's fibers, where it abraded them until they broke. Regular cleaning avoids this problem, because dirt is removed before it can work its way down.
Care to guess what percent of U.S. living rooms are outfitted with carpet? If you guessed 68 percent, you're right. The only room more carpet friendly than the living room is -- the bedroom.
Did you know that most rug warranties require that you have a professional cleaning (steam or hot water extraction) at least once a year? Professionally cleanings play an important role of maintaining the durability and beauty of your rug over the long term.
Do you want to keep your carpets clean while protecting the environment and your pets simultaneously? Ask about green carpet-cleaning options that can increase the life span of your carpet and keep it looking its best.
No matter how much you vacuum your rugs, an important part of rug maintenance involves regular professional cleanings (at least every 12 to 18 months). This will help to remove indoor pollutants, extend the life of the rugs, and keep them looking their best.
Unfortunately, carpet fibers are notorious for holding onto everything from pet hair and dander to pollen and mold spores. Not only will this make it difficult for people with allergies to breathe, but it could also create an unpleasant smell in your home.
Did you realize that placing a throw rug over carpeting is not generally recommended? The friction caused when the throw rug is used can damage the carpeting underneath, even when the underlying carpet isn't directly exposed to foot traffic.
Clean carpet is healthier for your family and pets, and a cleaner carpet will provide better value for your investment, too. Why? Nearly 38 percent of respondents to a recent survey admitted replacing carpeting due to staining and appearance issues. The cleaner your carpet is, the longer you're likely to keep it.
Oriental rugs woven by traditional tribal weavers often feature “abrash,” or gently shifting coloration. The effect is greatly valued by informed collectors because it’s often found on high quality wool rugs featuring natural dyes.
When it comes to professional carpet cleaning, the dry cleaning method dries carpets more quickly than any other approach. A mechanized brush is used to work an absorbent compound through the carpet, dissolving soil. The soil and residue are then drawn up by a commercial vacuum cleaner.
One of the best ways to extend the useful life of an area rug is to adopt a no-shoes policy within your home. Shoes are a main source of dirt on carpet. They also grind dirt into carpet fibers, causing stains and damage.
