Exactly What Is An Oriental Rug? As an “Oriental” rug cleaning, restoration, and repair company, the professionals at Oriental Rug Salon continuously hear clients referring to their Persian or Turkish wool or silk area rugs as “Oriental rugs”. The term “Oriental rug” seems to be a catch-all for consumers when they speak about their cherished rugs.  Persian rugs are not “Oriental rugs”, they’re Persian rugs and machine-made "Oriental rugs" are not real Oriental rugs. “Oriental” rugs are produced in “Oriental countries" such as  Asia, China, and other locations in the eastern world.  Persian, Turkish, Gabbeh, Kilim, Navaho, and other rugs are made in their perspective countries such as Afghanistan, Iran, Turkey, etc. Materials Used in Persian and Oriental Rugs Many Oriental, Persian, Turkish, etc. area rugs are created primarily from wool or [...]

Oriental Rug Salon is a leading appraiser of hand-knotted and antique Oriental, Persian, Turkish, Gabbeh, Kilim, Bokhara, Navajo, and many other wool and silk area rugs. Valuations, when performed by an unbiased appraiser, are helpful for determining the actual value of an area rug by a third party for the purposes of: Insurance – A certified rug valuation will serve as proof as to the value of an area rug BEFORE damage occurs such as theft, flooding, a fire or other instances where your area rug is irreparably damaged. Our valuation will include the actual replacement value of your rug. Private Sale or Auction – If you are considering the sale of your area rug, a professional valuation will provide you with the value of your rug, along with some [...]

Karastan wool area rugs are renowned for their exquisite beauty, quality, and resilience and are built to last.  Karastan wool area rugs are manufactured in America at the Mohawk Eden, North Carolina mill. Karastan Rug Production Many Karastan wool area rugs are made of high-quality worsted wools of New Zealand. There are two types of Karastan wool rugs: Woven – These types of wool rugs are designed to resemble woven Oriental rugs with the yarn pattern appearing both on the front and the back of the rug.  Woven Karastan rugs are made on an automated mechanical loom. Tufted –Tufted types of wool rugs have a backing material glued over the back of the rug – therefore the pattern of the rug is only visible from the top. Tufted Karastan rugs [...]

At Oriental Rug Salon, we don't just provide a surface-clean result – we make sure the rug has been thoroughly cleaned, deodorized, and sanitized from the inside out. Our thoroughly exhaustive hand-washing process includes several steps to ensure the best results. First, the area rug is inspected and photographed so that we can determine the best cleaning method for that particular area rug. Second, A 24-Hour bleed test is performed.  Our rug master will choose six to eight different areas on the rug and test those areas with a solution for 24-hours to check if the colors of the rug will "bleed" or migrate.  If dye migration is discovered, there are steps we can take to mitigate color loss and damage. Third, The area rug is vibrated with over 40,000 [...]

Never allow a carpet cleaner to "clean" your cherished Oriental, wool or silk area rug and here's why. A genuine hand-knotted area rug is a beautiful piece of art and a precious household object, complimenting a room in both traditional and modern surroundings. Originating in the Middle East (Persian, Turkish, etc.) or Far East (Chinese), a genuine hand-knotted rug is woven in natural materials, like silk, cotton, and wool. Most rugs are priced according to their knot density or ratio; the higher the density, the more precious the rug. Good hand-knotted rugs gain in value over time, and antique rugs command even higher prices. As many rugs age, the colors become more mellow and beautiful. However, these qualities only emerge in an area rug that has received the best care [...]

A genuine hand-knotted area rug is a beautiful piece of art and a precious household object, striking a note in both traditional and modern surroundings. Originating in the Middle East (Persian, Turkish, etc.) or Far East (Chinese), a genuine hand-knotted rug is woven in natural materials, like silk, cotton, and wool. Most rugs are priced according to their knot density or ratio; the higher the density, the more precious the rug. Good hand-knotted rugs gain in value over time, and antique rugs command even higher prices. As the rug ages, the colors become more mellow and beautiful. However, these qualities only emerge in an area rug that has received the best of care throughout its years, which implies professional rug cleaning and maintenance. The Skill of the Professional Rug Cleaner [...]

Nationally Certified - A+ Rated - Genuine Hand Washing Of Oriental Area Rugs Welcome to Oriental Rug Salon, SW Florida’s most experienced and trusted rug cleaning, restoration, and repair facility.  As the “cleaner of choice” to many rug collectors, Oriental and Persian rug retailers, restoration companies and rug lovers, we’ve built our reputation on quality service and education. Our rug cleaning plant performs all cleanings by hand under the watchful eye of a rug master.  Unlike production plants that use automated batch washing equipment to wash many rugs at a time in a large washtub, our hands-on Persian approach allows each rug to receive the personalized care it deserves.  Our certified textile technicians are well versed in all rug types including Persian, Turkish, Bokhara, Kilim, Gabbeh, Balouchi, as well as [...]

Finding a professional rug cleaning specialist in Naples Fl begins with Oriental Rug Salon. Oriental Rug Salon specializes in the cleaning and repair of area rugs, including handmade Oriental and Persian rugs, contemporary area rugs, antique tapestry rugs, and even the most basic accent rug. No matter your rug restoration or cleaning needs, your beloved rug will be in good hands. Oriental Rug Salon is the “cleaner of choice” to many of our areas leading interior designers, rug collectors, restoration companies, and rug owners who cherish their area rugs and want them cleaned and pampered by hand. Oriental Rug Salon is a Certified Partner with the prestigious Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and the International Carpet & Rug Institute (CRI).  In addition, we are A+ Rated with [...]

Many rugs marketed today as “silk” are in-fact, artificial silk rugs made of Viscose fibers.  Rugs made of Viscose are technically Viscose rayon and can present problems for those who own and have them cleaned. If you own a Viscose rug, it’s important to know the advantages and disadvantages of owning this type of fiber.  Viscose is made of wood pulp and cotton byproducts.  Viscose is also called faux silk, art silk, man-made silk, fake silk, Rayon, banana silk, bamboo silk, lyocell, and raime. Many “inexpensive” designers’ rug s found today labeled as any of the above, are designed to make consumers think they’re purchasing “real silk” rugs.  Viscose is shiny and soft, often mimicking silk fibers.  Viscose fibers are weak and break easily when walked on and can be [...]

The above is a beautiful antique Tribal Perpedil Caucasian Rug, Circa Date: 1900 What are Caucasian Area Rugs and Where Do They Come From? Virtually all Caucasian rugs are made with the symmetrical Turkish knot.  Most rugs are produced as village pieces with materials particular to an individual tribal province.  These rugs mainly display bold geometric designs with styles typical to the regions of Daghestan, Shirvan, Gendje, Kazakh and Quba. The Caucasus region is an area situated between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea in areas shared by Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.  The Caucasus region is separated into northern and southern parts.  The Northern Caucasus is shared by Russia and Georgia, as well as the northernmost parts of Azerbaijan.  The southern part consists of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, [...]