If your cherished Persian or Oriental rug was involved in a flood, or worse, a mud bath due to Hurricane Ian, give Oriental Rug Salon a call. We're finding that many restoration companies are telling rug owners that their rugs are "ruined" and to throw them out. On the contrary, most rugs can be saved at the hands of professionals. In this photo, our technician arrived at a client's home and found their rug covered in mud due to Hurricane Ian breaching the home. The technician removes the mud, prepares the textile for transport, and brings it to our 6,000 sq. ft. rug facility in Cape Coral, where it will receive professional disinfecting and cleaning. Oriental Rug Salon is SW Florida's leading Oriental and Persian rug cleaning, restoration, and repair [...]

As a result of Hurricane Ian, hundreds of Oriental and Persian rug owners throughout Charlotte County, Florida, have experienced water intrusion that damaged their cherished area rugs. Water intrusion, if treated properly, can, in most instances, be reversed with professional intervention. Since 2007, Oriental Rug Salon has been servicing the rug cleaning needs of our neighbors in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and the Sarasota region. Our sister company, Tru-Clean Surface Care, has been the “cleaner of choice” to many Charlotte county 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 also an internationally approved Wool Safe Service Provider. Our [...]

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, [...]

Oriental Rug Salon is a full-service Oriental, Turkish, and Persian area rug cleaning company serving clients throughout SW Florida. Using hand-washing techniques, we can individualize the cleaning for each rug while ensuring the deepest clean possible. We clean all wool and silk area rugs, including: Antique and Flatweave Kilim and Dhurrie Handloomed and Hand knotted Machine Made Braided Rugs Persian, Turkish, and Chinese Animal Hide Rugs Navajo and Silk Area Rugs Oriental Rug Salon follows the New Zealand Wool Institute guidelines for rug cleaning and safety, and all cleaning efforts are performed by hand. As a testament to our skill and ability, Oriental Rug Salon is Certified by the prestigious Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), the International Carpet & Rug Institute (CRI), and a WoolSafe Approved Service [...]

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 [...]