As a result of Hurricane Ian, hundreds of Oriental and Persian rug owners throughout Lee County have experienced water intrusion that made contact with their cherished area rugs. Most of the rugs we have been trusted to clean since Hurricane Ian (over 900 area rugs) can be saved with professional intervention. Since 2007, Oriental Rug Salon has been servicing the rug cleaning needs of our neighbors on Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island, and our sister company, Tru-Clean Surface Care, has been the “cleaner of choice” to many Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel homeowners for their carpet, tile, upholstery, mattress, and natural stone cleaning needs. 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).  We are [...]

As a result of Hurricane Ian, hundreds of Oriental and Persian rug owners throughout Lee County have experienced water intrusion that made contact with their cherished area rugs. The majority of the rugs we have been trusted to clean since Hurricane Ian (over 900 area rugs) can be saved with professional intervention. Since 2007, Oriental Rug Salon has been servicing the rug cleaning needs of our neighbors on Useppa Island, and our sister company, Tru-Clean Surface Care, has been the “cleaner of choice” to many Useppa homeowners for their carpet, tile, upholstery, mattress, and natural stone cleaning needs.  We are able to take the ferry from Pine Island and deliver exceptional cleaning services using state of the art portable equipment. Oriental Rug Salon is a Certified Partner with the prestigious [...]

We Can Help! (Pictured here is our intake area of rugs received over the last 24 hours) Oriental Rug Salon is the "cleaner of choice" to many of SW Florida's leading interior designers, rug collectors, restoration companies, and rug owners who cherish their area rugs. We specialize in Oriental and Persian rug cleaning, sanitizing, repairs, and appraisals.  Our 6,000 sq. ft. rug cleaning plant in Cape Coral, Florida, is staffed by experienced, certified rug cleaning professionals supervised by a Rug Master. If your rug needs a thoroughly exhaustive cleaning or was involved in a flood due to Hurricane Ian, call us anytime at 239-424-8171. If your area rug is involved in a water intrusion event, use a Shop Vac, extract as much water as possible, and use a fan to [...]

In Hurricane Ian’s aftermath, many rug owners are left to deal with flooded wool or silk area rugs. If you find yourself with damp or flooded Oriental or Persian rugs, remember two words:  extraction and drying. Depending on the amount of flood water in your rug, you’ll likely need to consult with a rug cleaning professional (not a carpet cleaner) for advice and/or service.  There are a few things you can do immediately to remedy the flood situation in your home. Storm Water Extraction Extraction is the most important thing to remember when storm water floods your area rug.  You’ll want to act quickly and begin the extraction process right away. Hopefully, you have electricity and access to a wet/dry shop-vacuum.  A shop vac will be the most effective tool a rug owner can [...]

What You Can Do If Your Oriental Rug Is Damaged During A Hurricane Or Other Water Intrusion Event. When it comes to wool and silk area rugs and water damage, time is the enemy. The longer a rug remains wet, the more likely permanent damage will occur. Dry rot and migrating dyes are two issues that may affect rugs that stay wet for an extended period. Suppose you have a tufted rug with a cloth glued to the back, the risk of delamination (the material separates from the back of the rug) skyrockets when the rug is soaked for too long. Rugs can also discolor and turn brownish. All of these issues caused by water intrusion may or may not be correctable. The faster you respond to correcting the situation, [...]

Carpet moths can wreak havoc and happily destroy your beautiful Oriental wool and Persian area rugs. Carpet moths are tiny – only 5–8 mm long – and scamper around, only flying when it's warm (and in SW Florida, it's always warm). They shun light and hide in dark areas, laying batches of eggs that hatch larvae. The larvae then begin to eat the face yarns of your cherished area rug, causing holes and loss of pile. For a video on how to identify moth damage click here. How Can I Help Prevent Moth Damage A rug owner's first line of defense is to sweep their area rug with a broom (this creates a safe agitation and loosens sand and larvae) and then vacuum the rug weekly. Not just a quick [...]

Oriental and Persian Rug Repairs, Cleaning, and Appraisals As time passes, your cherished Oriental or Persian area rug will accumulate soils, dust mites, pollen, spills, and, if you own pets, perhaps pet accidents too. The buildup of these contaminates at first may not be noticeable, but give it a few years, and you'll see that the colors are not as vibrant as they once were, and you may start to see "sanding" (worn areas). To maintain your area rug's value, look, and longevity, it is essential to have it professionally cleaned every two to three years. If you start to see unraveled side cords or fringe, they should be repaired immediately, especially if the area rug is hand-knotted, to prevent unraveling or foundation damage to the rug. Oriental Rug Salon's [...]

Boy, how we love our pets. Occasionally they will have accidents, and when it happens on your cherished Oriental or Persian area rug, what you do next can determine if the "oops moment" is a no-biggie or a stain that requires professional intervention. Wool and silk Oriental and Persian area rugs are popular floor coverings because of their uniqueness, sophistication, color, and the beauty they add to any room. The hand-knotted process used to create these detailed "works of art" could have taken months or years of a weaver's life, and each has a story to tell. Because of the dedication to creating these rugs, they aren't "cheap," so knowing how to care for your investment is essential. The dyes used in dying the wool or silk colors on your [...]

Choosing an Oriental rug cleaning company can mean the difference between a safe, thoroughly exhaustive cleaning in a dedicated hand-washing plant or a carpet cleaning company with no rug certifications throwing your rug on a concrete floor and taking a wand to it.  Experience and certification matter! This blog is designed to answer questions you may have regarding the differences between an "Oriental" and "Persian" area rug, how they should be cleaned, how old is an "antique" rug, and how Oriental Rug Salon takes care of clients' area rugs. In a world of machine-made and mass-production rugs, antique Oriental and Persian rugs are enjoying a resurgence in popularity, possibly because they're such a compelling and unique way to make a home more comfortable and interesting. Old rugs, handwoven with natural [...]

How We Clean Oriental Rugs When A Pet Has An Accident On Them We LOVE our pets; and to many of us, pets are part of the family. They go everywhere with us and can't wait for us to come home from a long day at work (or a trip to the grocery store). They love and depend on us for just about everything, and occasionally, they will have an "oops" moment right on top of our cherished wool or silk area rug. They didn't mean to. Accidents happen. The acidity in urine and feces from pet accidents can lead to mildew, mold growth, color fading, and strong, long-lasting odors in valuable wool or silk area rugs, so take care of the accident as soon as possible. At Oriental Rug [...]