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We will determine as much as we possibly can about the type of rug and inherent qualities that may affect cleaning. We will outline the expected results and cleaning “prescription”. Our company will come to your home to pick up your rug, or you may drop it off at our shop.
Woven rugs, especially hand-knotted rugs, are designed to hide dry soil. A few years ago, the Eureka company did a study and found that a 9 x 12 could hide 87 pounds of dirt! WOW! We use a variety of techniques to “dust” the rugs from the front and back. A machine called a rug duster, special vacuum attachments, and any many other methods are implemented. This is the most important step in cleaning any textile.
Depending on fiber content and soiling type, the rug will be pre-treated to emulsify the soils.
Any potentially difficult spots will be pre-treated with special solutions to increase the chances of removal. The fringe is also pre-treated for maximum soil removal.
Most rugs are cleaned with an Oriental Rug Shampoo that is specially designed to get maximum cleaning while protecting sensitive natural fibers.
Depending on the type of rug, it will be rinsed with extraction equipment or washed in a wash pit designed especially for Oriental Rugs.
Once the soil is rinsed away, the rug is dried flat or hung to dry in a controlled environment. Proper drying is essential to avoid unnatural shrinkage.
When the rug is dry, it is combed and finished with soft groomers made for specialty rugs.
Our cleaning specialist will give the rug a final inspection and release it for pick-up or delivery. Your rug will be wrapped in brown craft paper to protect it from dust and environmental soils until it is picked up or delivered. Upon delivery, we will lay the rug for you.
Professional rug cleaning is essential in extending the life of your rugs and can bring out the natural beauty of your rugs by adding a more vibrant, fresh look and feel. The Olde World Rug Washing Company uses a proven and patented Aqua03 Final Rinse System that is guaranteed to satisfy rug owners.
The average time recommended between professional cleanings is 12-18 months. If your rug is in a heavy traffic area, or if you have pets or suffer from airborne allergies, you may need to clean more often.
Our company will come to your home to pick up your rug, or you may drop it off at our shop during business hours. We will perform a pre-inspection at the time of pickup or dropoff to identify the type of rug and any concerns.
We offer in-plant rug cleaning for all Oriental and fine area rugs. Our Nine Step Cleaning System ensures your rugs are thoroughly cleaned and dried correctly, removing soil building up and spots and protecting the integrity of your rug. All rugs are inspected prior to cleaning to identify the safest and most effective methods for cleaning the rug.
Rugs capture unpleasant odors and tend to hold on to those odors. With some professional help, stubborn odors can be completely removed. Our certified rug experts can gently and safely eliminate most unpleasant odors caused by pets, smoke, mildew, and other contaminants.
Optional Rug and fabric protection can be applied to prevent staining, discourage insect activity, and increase vacuum efficiency, giving your rugs a healthier, longer lifespan.
Whether from a flood causing color run, faded sunspots, staining, or high traffic use, our craftsman can restore your rug to like new condition. Through precise and delicate work, our technicians will uniquely determine the best way to not only clean but lift stains and spots to restore the color of your antique, fine, handmade, or machine-made rugs. If you have spots on your rugs, due to high traffic or chemical use, such as bleach, we can use our in-house cleaning methods to lift and counteract the spots in the rug. We’ll then dye and blend the fibers for a cohesive, clean, and uniform color, restoring the rug to its original condition.
With direction and supervision from our master craftsman, our carpeting experts perform almost any type of rug repair on antique, fine, handmade, or machine-made rugs. We provide services to repair moth damage, repair seams, rewrap and repair rug sides, reweave fringe, patch or reweave holes, etc. We can even repair rugs affected by water damage.
We offer several types of rug pads and cushions that can help prevent your rugs from bunching or slipping. Our rug padding provides a nice cushion that will ensure your rugs last longer and feel nicer to walk on.
Moths, carpet beetles and other insects like to settle in dark, undisturbed locations. When it comes to areas of your home, rugs are an easy target for an insect dinner. Rugs stored away before proper cleaning and wrapping, rugs under furniture that are rarely cleaned and homes with pets are susceptible to these unwanted pests. These insects will not only help themselves to a convenient meal, but will eventually lay eggs, and the hatched larvae will continue to eat and chew threw the rug fibers. Insects can cause major damage to rugs and carpeting in a matter of a month.
In order to protect your rugs, it’s important to have your rugs regularly cleaned every 12-18 months. Pet owners will want to have their rugs cleaned more frequently as moths and other insects are attracted to animal urine. It’s important to act quickly to clean and remove any accidents are spills that occur on your rugs. After a professional cleaning, ask one of our cleaning technicians to insect-proof your rug, as this treatment can prevent future infestations for close to a year.
If your rugs will be stored after our proven cleaning process, we will safely wrap and store the rugs to keep them safe, secure, and clean.
Rugs lose their shape over time or become wrinkled and distorted. In order to return the rug to its original state, we offer rug blocking services. This process requires delicate work to clean the rug, then while the rug is wet, stretch the rug to its intended, original shape. Once square and flat, the edges of the rug are secured while the rug is thoroughly dried in a temperature and moisture-controlled facility.
In addition to our cleaning and restoration services, we also pride ourselves on rug appraisals. With years of experience, we’re able to determine the market value of your rug based on the make, fibers, and condition of your rug. Having your rug appraised is as valuable as the rug itself. If your rug is ever damaged by a flood or fire, stolen, or even if you are looking to sell, it is essential to have your rug appraised by a specialist who has the right expertise and certifications.
At Olde World Rug Washing Company we have a dedicated Professional Specialist on-site who is capable of appraising any type of textile from antique tribal kilims to modern rugs. When you contact our professional for a rug appraisal, our analysis will lead to an accurate market value.
For professional carpet cleaning and rug cleaning, floor care, and upholstery cleaning services in Eastern Long Island and Suffolk County, visit Professional Carpet Systems of Eastern Long Island.
Professional Cleaning Specialists of Eastern Long Island is the Home of The Olde World Rug Washing Company. Locally owned & operated since 2003, we provide professional cleaning services to Eastern Long Island and Suffolk County. We provide professional carpet cleaning and rug cleaning, floor care, and upholstery cleaning services, and only use certified green cleaning products in our cleaning systems.
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Olde World Rug Washing Company
351-4 Old Riverhead Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
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