10 Step Dalworth Oriental Rug Cleaning Process

Our Oriental area rug cleaning process has been earning us rave reviews from loyal customers for many years. We use a time tested cleaning system, using gentle, yet effective, techniques and natural elements, such as air and water, to rid your oriental rugs of soil and dirt.

Our results speak for themselves. Please see Rug Cleaning Customer Reviews for feedback about our Oriental rug cleaning. Persian hand knotted rugs as well as Chinese machine made rugs are routinely cleaned in our Oriental rug facility. We have expertise handling high end Karastan and Carousel Mills rugs as well as specialty Flokati and Navajo rugs. We customize area rug cleaning methods to fit the fibers, dyes and the various other specificities of each rug. At Dalworth, we are dedicated professionals striving to meet and exceed your expectations with our attention to detail and our meticulous step by step area rug cleaning process.

Step 1: Initial inspection and rug pick up

We dispatch a Dalworth technician to your home or office to measure as well as pre-inspect your rug. Our technician gives an estimate and, if you are satisfied with the quote, the technician picks up the rug. If necessary, our technician will move your furniture in order to safely pick up the rug. It is then delivered to our state of the art Oriental rug cleaning facility.

Step 2: Follow up detailed rug inspection

Once the rug is in our area rug cleaning facility, a certified rug specialist re-measures it and thoroughly inspects your rug again. The construction of the rug and the type of fiber the rug is made of help determine the cleaning method, cleaning products and drying time. This step also reveals crucial information about the rug's pre-existing condition. We investigate and document rug damage, such as:

Dry and wet rot
Mold and mildew
Dye stains, color bleeding, discoloration and browning
Rug spots, rug stains
Fading
Worn and rotten fringes
Pet odors and waste, such as pet urine, feces and vomit

If our inspection reveals that repair is warranted prior to cleaning, in order to prevent further damage, we contact our customer with the information and a recommended course of action.

When a plan has been determined and approved for execution, the actual area rug cleaning process begins.

Step 3: Compressed air dusting

Using compressed air, we dust the rug on both sides. This rug cleaning step is amazingly gentle, yet highly effective at removing literally pounds of dust, dirt and small particles from the rug, which is impossible to remove with your standard vacuum cleaner.

Step 4: Clear water rug cleaning, immersion wash and rinse

As we test the rug for colorfastness, we determine the degree of moisture the rug requires for best rug cleaning results. Gentle cleaning agents are selected based on rug condition and a clear water rinse washes out all removable stains, dirt and odors. This rug cleaning process is done by hand and is repeated until we are satisfied with the results and until the water that comes out of the rug is totally clear.

Step 5: Fresh air rug drying

We use fresh air breeze to gently dry your rug. Some rugs are hung to dry naturally, using gravity to pull water out, while other rugs are dried flat. Air drying methods depend on rug type.

Step 6: Rug combing, brushing and fluffing

As the rug dries, we use combing, brushing and / or pile fluffing techniques for the most luxurious results.

Step 7: Rug fringe cleaning and grooming

Once the rug is dry, we groom the fringes by putting the final rug cleaning touches as well as hand combing and trimming the edges.

Step 8: Post cleaning vacuuming and inspection

When rug cleaning is complete, we vacuum the rug again, trim any loose fibers and do one final inspection to make sure the rug cleaning results satisfy our high standards.

Step 9: Optional application of rug fiber protector, moth deterrent and rug pad

Per the customer's request and as an optional service, we can apply moth deterrent and fiber protector as well as install non skid pads to prolong the life and beauty of your fine rug.

Step 10: Rug delivery

Your rug is safely delivered and brought into your home. In addition, we move any furniture that needs to be moved to install the rug properly.

Our work is guaranteed. We will do everything to make sure you are 100% satisfied with our rug cleaning services.