Professional Carpet and Rug Cleaning Services
Expert Antique Rug Cleaning
Not all rugs go through the same cleaning process, Lida Lavender is a recognized authority in antique ,vintage and new contemporary rugs. Every cleaning project benefits from her extensive knowledge and, whenever possible, her personal supervision to ensure exceptional results. Our team of experienced specialists is trained to handle delicate antique textiles, fine fibers, and complex stain issues with the highest level of care.
Cleaning antique rugs is more than a service — it is a passion. Our goal is to revive the beauty of each woven work of art while preserving its structure, character, and long-term value. Improper cleaning can damage fibers, dyes, and foundations, which is why professional care is essential for antique and fine rugs.
At Lavender Oriental Carpets, our cleaning process restores brilliance, enhances appearance, and helps protect your investment for generations.
Our Cleaning Process
Each rug is individually inspected and treated according to its age, materials, dyes, and condition.
- Thorough dust removal.
- Full immersion wash when appropriate for heavily used rugs
- Gentle surface cleaning for delicate fibers such as silk
- Protective stabilization of weak or loose areas before cleaning
- Controlled drying and careful fringe grooming
- Final inspection to ensure quality before delivery
We clean:
- Antique and vintage rugs
- Silk and fine wool rugs
- Flat weaves and kilims
- Tapestries and decorative textiles
Stain removal is available; however, results depend on the age and nature of the stain. Early treatment provides the best outcome.
Rug Maintenance
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Direct sunlight will cause the colors in your area rug to fade over time.
Routine vacuuming is the most important step in maintaining the life and beauty of your rug. It is recommended that you have area rugs professionally cleaned every 2-3 years to remove deep set dirt in high traffic areas. Otherwise, vacuuming will significantly extend the life of area rugs.
BRUSHING/SWEEPING
Vacuum thoroughly at least once a week with a canister vacuum.
Do not engage beater bars.
Rugs placed in high traffic areas of the home, office or rugs exposed to household pets should be vacuumed more frequently.
Avoid vacuuming the fringes of your rug, especially those on hand-knotted rugs. Use a broom to clean fringes.
Brushing is the best way to remove stubborn pet hairs that the vacuum misses. For short pile area rugs, use a carpet brush or carpet sweeper. The sturdy pile of an indoor-outdoor rug doesn’t trap dirt as readily as other area rugs.
Rotating a rug every six months will distribute any wear and fading evenly.
For liquid spills use a clean cloth and blot firmly to absorb as much liquid as possible with white absorbing paper or white cotton towel so you can see what comes out.. Do not rub! this can set the stain deeper into the rug, making it harder to remove
Make a solution of water, white vinegar and mild detergent. Apply the foam that rises to the top of the solution on the stained area with a clean cloth. Finish using a damp, clean cloth to absorb any residue.
For lighter stains or spills on synthetic yarns, sponge clean the area with a minimum amount of cold water and a mild detergent using a clean cloth.
For harder to remove stains, professional rug cleaning is recommended.
For pet stains, we recommend professional cleaning ASAP. Second choice is make sure you have absorbed all remaining liquid with a dry paper towel. Then, sprinkle baking soda over the affected area. After about five minutes, spray a solution of water, white vinegar and mild detergent mix on the affected area. Gently scrub and let sit. Vacuum up the remaining powder.
