Oriental Rug Cleaning in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

Some of the best rugs in Brooklyn live in Clinton Hill parlors. Hand-knotted Persian and Turkish rugs were made for rooms like these, with tall ceilings, wood floors and fireplaces. Many have been in the family for decades.

These rugs need a different approach from a machine-made rug. We test every color for bleeding, check the fringe and the foundation, and decide with you whether it can be cleaned at home or should come to our facility.

We never rush a hand-knotted rug. If something about it worries us, like loose knots, weak spots or old repairs, we show you before any water goes on it.

Wool rugs hold a lot of dirt deep in the pile, and you cannot see it. Much of it is fine grit that cuts the fibers as people walk. A proper wash removes that grit, which helps the rug last longer.

Silk and silk-blend rugs are even more delicate. They can lose their shine or bleed if they get too wet. We only clean them with methods that are safe for silk, and we will tell you honestly if a rug needs a specialist touch.

Rugs near a sunny bay window fade unevenly. Cleaning does not bring back faded color, but it removes the dull layer of dirt so the rug looks brighter overall. Turning the rug every year helps the fading stay even.

Moths like wool in quiet corners, under beds and behind sofas. If we see moth damage during the inspection, we show you before we clean.

If your rug is newer and machine-made, our area rug cleaning may be all you need. All of our services in the neighborhood are listed on the Clinton Hill services page.

Pet urine is the hardest problem for wool rugs because it can change the dyes. A spot that looks small on top can be large underneath. A facility wash is often the only real fix.

Rugs that sit on bare wood should have a good pad. It keeps the rug from sliding on the stairs landing or parlor floor and reduces wear on the back.

If you are unsure what kind of rug you have, we will look at the back and the knots and tell you what we see.

When a rug comes back from the facility, we can lay it in place and set the furniture on it so you do not have to.

An heirloom rug deserves a patient wash, not a quick scrub. If you live southeast of here, see oriental rug cleaning in Crown Heights. Reach us at 1-800-589-4364 to plan pickup, or start with the free quote form for your Clinton Hill home in 11205.