Baluch Area Rug Baluch rugs are woven by the nomadic Baluchi ethnic groups of Western Afghanistan and Eastern Iran. Very geometric and intricate in design, borrowing largely from Turkoman influence especially in the use of the "gul" or elephant foot motif. They also weave saddlebags, salt bags, prayer rugs, which reflect their nomadic way of life. This area rug is 100% wool, 3.6 X 6.7 and is hand-knotted. The appraised value is $600. Oriental Rug Salon is a full-service area rug cleaning and repair facility serving all of SW Florida. 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 by the Better Business Bureau and Angie's List and [...]
It is true: beauty IS in the eye of the beholder. However, that doesn’t mean all Oriental rugs are created equal, right? For example, no one would claim that a hand-knotted wool Shiraz area rug made in Iran that took over 14 months to make and one done created by machine by a major area rug manufacturer in a couple hours are of equal value. In evaluating the quality and value of an "Oriental" rug, there are criteria to consider that go far beyond the personal opinion of a salesperson or what you've read on how to determine the value of a particular rug. There are basic criteria by which all rugs can be compared and contrasted, and conclusions drawn concerning their quality and value. When thinking about purchasing an Oriental area [...]
Pet Urine Issues and Oriental Rugs - How To Protect Your Investment. We receive many rugs every week with cat or dog urine stains on them. Don’t get mad at your pets, we will take care of the urine stain removal. With the most advanced technology and latest generation products, it is important for us to take care of the stain so the rug does not get damaged or further stained or bleached! When pet accidents happen ACT FAST and blot or scoop up the spill right away. Blot the area without rubbing the spot. Use a white absorbent cloth or a white paper towel to remove the excess moisture. THEN CALL US. The sooner you act the easier and therefore less expensive it will be to remove the stains. [...]
Dye Migration Due To Improper Spotting This embellishment is on a beautiful family heirloom rug that was “spot treated” by a carpet cleaning company in a client’s home. Unfortunately, we see our fair share of rugs that have been damaged by non-certified or inexperienced carpet cleaners and it becomes our job to reverse the damage if at all possible. The carpet cleaning company in this instance used a non-approved spotter in an attempt to remove coffee stains and ended up “bleeding” the colors of the rug. As you can see, several of the fields surrounding the embellishments show dye migration due to improper spotting. This is a good example of what can happen when you hire an inexperienced cleaning company or try to spot clean in your home. This rug [...]
A Persian Cartoon (Stencil) of an Oriental Rug Design Many hand-tufted rugs use high-quality wool so the finished product looks and wears much like a hand-knotted rug. Unlike a hand-knotted rug, a hand-tufted rug is created without tying knots. Making a hand-tufted area rug takes a fraction of the time to make, therefore greatly reducing the cost. As a result, hand-tufted rugs are very affordable area rugs. These wool rugs are made with a tool called a "tufting gun." Loops of wool are pushed through a backing called a “cartoon” that has been imprinted with the overall design of the finished area rug. When the rug maker is through with this process another foundation, called a scrim is applied with latex glue. When this dries, the final protective cloth backing [...]
How To Purchase An Oriental Rug in Naples Florida And Surrounding Areas Oriental rugs are an excellent choice when purchasing an area rug to tie a room together. But before you invest, or are taken advantage of, make sure you have a solid understanding of what to look for in a well-made Oriental rug, as well as the basics of professional rug cleaning servicing in Naples Florida and the surrounding area. Learn About Rug Making You would never buy a car without knowing what makes it different from other models, so you should apply the same kind of logic when purchasing your new Oriental rug. Since Oriental rugs come in a wide range of varieties and styles and come from many different parts of the world, variation in durability, style, [...]
Bijar Rugs - We Clean Oriental Wool Rugs Bijar rugs and carpets have long had a mystique that makes them a "man's rug". Called the Iron rug of Persia they have an odd feature that few other rugs can match. The densely packed pile is so tight that the pile cannot lay down. Because the fibers are constantly erect when you step on the rug it has a cushioned feel that makes it great to walk upon. Prized for their sturdy construction and durability Bijar rugs are one of the most sought after furnishings rugs particularly in the American market. Bijar is a Kurdish area. A town in NW Iran (including the surrounding villages) where the rugs of this name are produced. Bijar rugs are woven by Kurdish weavers [...]
Color plays a big role in influencing our decision to purchase an Oriental area rug for our home. The right rug and color palette can brighten a room or provide subtlety and warmth. At Oriental Rug Salon we understand Oriental area rugs better than most of the purveyors and “cleaners” throughout SW Florida. We take great pride in educating our readers on the history, design, and craftsmanship that goes into the construction of a genuine Oriental style rug and if we can ever answer any questions, regardless of where you may be, please feel free to shoot us an e-mail at any time. How To “Read” An Oriental Rug We may choose blue to create a more soothing, relaxed atmosphere or yellow to give the room a bright, sunny look. [...]
Whether it’s wine, coffee, Kool-Aid, urine, feces or paint, the first step is to remove as much of the liquid or solid from the rug- as soon as possible. Paper towels work well. Keep blotting until you no longer see any transfer to the paper towel. After blotting, many spills will require diluting. If it is clear that much of the spilled substance is still in the rug, dilute it with water or club soda (assuming that the substance is water soluble). That may mean a half cup for a small spill or as much as a quart of water for a major spill. Don’t get the rug sopping wet unless you need to. (Please note that some rugs have unstable dyes that may run if you put water on [...]
So you decided to spend a little more money than you have in the past on synthetic area rugs and want to upgrade to wool or silk textiles. Wool, if cared for properly, can last for generations and often our clients pass their wool area rugs down from one generation to the next. It’s not unusual for us to clean rugs that are 80 years or older. Wool area rugs, especially those that are hand-knotted are more expensive than the more popular fibers, such as nylon, olefin, and polyester, but for a reason. Wool is of higher quality, feels better, lasts longer and is a better investment. In addition, while it may only take thirty minutes to make a machine made 8X10 synthetic area rug, a rug of similar [...]
