Oriental Rug Cleaning
When it comes to Oriental rug cleaning, our experts at Orange County Rug Cleaners know know how to care for even the most delicate or antique of Oriental area rugs. Oriental rugs are classified as generally any area rug that originates from somewhere in the middle east — regardless of the city they originate, we know how to clean it. We have several years of experience cleaning every kind, shape and size of Oriental area rugs.
Additionally, we know that many times our customers’ Oriental area rugs are antiques or heirlooms, and so we make sure to treat each area rug as if it were our own meaningful piece. Upon arrival, each and every rug is inspected, and its construction, fibers, colors, weak spots, and overall cleaning needs, are all taken into account. From there, we put together an individualized wash and care plan, utilizing certain cleaning techniques to ensure each rug is delicately tended to while also achieving optimum results.
Not only do our experts have a professional wash facility equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, but with over a decade of experience cleaning every kind of Oriental area rug, they also have an abundance of hands-on experience. Through our years as a professional wash facility we have come across many Oriental area rugs that have been damaged by a poor cleaning and know that without a proper, professional area rug cleaning, your Oriental rug is likely to be damaged in the process. For example, if not professionally cleaned at a wash facility, dye bleeding and pile distortion can occur. Our experts never use hot water when cleaning Oriental area rugs, as this is one of the main contributing factors in color bleeding. Instead we use cold water and a combination of gentle, pH-balanced shampoos and fiber conditioners. Additionally, we correctly set pile prior before the oriental area rug heads into our temperature-controlled drying room, which ensures that pile distortion does not occur.
You can rest assured knowing your beautiful Oriental area rug is in the best of hands with Orange County Rug Cleaners.
For more information on our delicate Oriental area rug cleaning process or professional wash facility, please contact us today!
Our Process
1. Pre-wash Inspection – Before any cleaning takes place, our experts lead a cautious inspection in order to determine the best cleaning technique(s) to use on the rug, depending upon the material that the rug is made of. Next, we analyze the state of your rug by assessing worn areas, profoundly inserted dirt, and/or other extraordinary needs. For example, if your rug may need repair.
2. Pre-washing/Dusting – Using a commercial vacuum, we are able to remove any and all large particles. Then, by using highly compressed air, we thoroughly remove all the dust particles and any debris. If these micro-particles are not removed, they can eventually wear away at the fibers in your area rug, so this is definitely an important step in the process.
Our method of rug cleaning ensures that each area rug is completely safe from dye transfers, and will remove all dirt from the rug. We apply a color stabilizing agent to the area rug to make sure all dyes are stable before the rug washing begins.
3. First Stage Wash – Next, we begin to remove any dirt, soil, or spotting by washing the rug down with water. We make sure to pay attention to the backing and fringe of each area rug, so as to ensure that every fiber receives a deep cleaning.
4. Second Stage Wash – In this stage, we apply a gentle organic, pH neutral shampoo (which is made for treating natural fibers) in order to break down all the grease and dirt in the rug. At this time we will also take care of any spots and stains. If the area rug has pet stains or pet urine, we will treat these as well. We then rinse away all shampoos and cleaning agents. The rug is then placed into a centrifuge that is able to remove any extra liquid or substance that could not be removed by hand.
(Our competitors tend to use a rug cleaning method that involves steam-cleaning extraction. This method leaves your area rug with high amounts of soap residue that will, unfortunately, attract dirt ten times quicker. This method may also shrink and damage rug fibers.)
5. Grooming and Drying – We groom every area rug by combing the pile, and the fringe, in its proper direction. Once combed, the rug is hung to dry in our on-site, climate-controlled facility. Paying attention to every rug’s construction, we evaluate the level of heat, airflow, and temperature specifically needed for each area rug. The rug will then hang dry over night.
6. Fragrance Scenting – A light fragrance is applied to the rug in order to further sanitize and freshen it. This is particularly noticeable, and delightful, to those whose rugs needed to be treated for pet urine.
7. Final Inspection – When conducting the final inspection, we make sure that the area rug is fully dried, and as clean as possible, or we will work through the entire seven-step process all over again.