Category: Area Rug Info
Dye Bleeding – The Effects of Improper Area Rug Cleaning
If you have beautiful area rugs spread throughout your home or workplace, you may have tried DIY rug cleaning, or you hired someone to clean them only to find that you now have a damaged area rug. Dye bleeding can happen on many area rugs when they are not cared for correctly. You may find […]
Why Do Oriental Rugs Have Abrash?
Hand knotted rugs possess certain inherent characteristics which aid in their uniqueness. Color variations in the field and or border, known as abrash , is a beautiful example of such a characteristic. The term abrash, from the Arabic word for mottled, is typically used to denote color changes or striations running horizontally across the face […]
Choose The Perfect Area Rug
Area rugs make a wonderful addition to any room. They are provide comfort and warmth over a tile or wood floor. But they also provide artistic value to a room’s design. Rugs are considered artwork for the floor, they frame your room and pull the space together. To create a well-balanced room – size does […]
8 Worst Things You Can Do To Your Area Rug
Whether your area rug is a new addition to your home or a precious family heirloom, treating it with a little TLC will go a long way in preserving your cherished rug. Below we have listed the top 8 mistakes people make that will cause your area rug to dull and deteriorate prematurely. Not Using […]
Beware of “painted” rugs!
When buying a rug, test for “painting” by applying water to a white towel and rubbing any suspicious looking worn areas. If color transfers to the towel, the rug has been “painted.” They will wear quickly and cannot be cleaned without the “paint” bleeding all over the rug.
The Textile Museum Officially Opened to the Public
At George Washington University, The Textile Museum officially opened to the public on Saturday, March 21. The Textile Museum was established in 1925 by collector and connoisseur George Hewitt Myers to expand public knowledge and appreciation—locally, nationally, and internationally—of the artistic merits and cultural importance of the world’s textiles through scholarship, exhibitions, and educational programs. […]
Do you store your rug away during the summer months?
Rugs should be properly wrapped in tear resistant, water resistant and breathable paper for storage. We use a museum approved wrap and never use plastic for long-term storage, as it does not allow the rug to breathe and may cause mildew.
Oriental Rug Cleaning Co. Hosts Master Rug Cleaner Event
We had a great group of students this past weekend for our Rug ID Bootcamp! Here is a great picture of Ellen, President of Oriental Rug Cleaning Co. showing her students the origin of rugs during the class. Thank you to all who attended and we look forward to our next class!
Moth Damage is Better to Prevent than Repair!
Moths and carpet beetles are a major concern when found in wool rugs. The damage is done when the moth is in the larvae stage. The larvae feed on protein (wool, silk, animal hair), lay eggs in the rug and the cycle continues. If you suspect a moth infestation on your area rug, don’t hesitate […]
Armen demonstrates blocking at a Master Rug Cleaner class!
Armen demonstrates blocking at a Master Rug Cleaner class!