At Treasured Knots, we view your hand-knotted rugs as valuable assets that appreciate when meticulously maintained. While wear is inevitable, professional care is paramount to maximizing the longevity and preserving the beauty of your investment.

The Importance of Regular Area Rug Maintenance

Your area rugs naturally trap dust, dirt, and odors due to daily foot traffic, making specialized rug cleaning and care essential to extend their life.

• Protect Against Debris: Even resilient designer rugs can be damaged by abrasive debris. Dust and dirt collect at the base of the rug's fibers and cause deterioration over time.
• Rotate Regularly: Frequently rotating your rug helps to equalize the effect of wear and tear, ensuring that color fading and foot traffic are distributed evenly.

Protecting Your Investment: Oriental Rug Care

Protecting your rug from environmental threats is key to its longevity:

• Moisture & Mildew: Dampness can cause mildew and deterioration of threads. When spot cleaning a spill, avoid soaking your rug.
• Moth Control: Moths pose a threat to wool and silk fibers. Protect your rug by moving it periodically and ensuring it is exposed to air and light.
• Sunlight Exposure: Continual exposure to direct sunlight will cause colors to fade and fabric to become brittle. Display your area rug in a location protected against excessive sunlight.

Professional vs. DIY Cleaning

While attempting to clean an area rug on your own can be risky, you must address spills immediately:

• Spills: Gently blot a spill immediately with a clean, white towel to contain the liquid.
• Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Never use harsh chemicals or detergents, as they can permanently damage the sensitive fibers and materials in your Oriental rug.

Professional Rug Cleaning Services by Treasured Knots

When it’s time for a deep clean or rug restoration, trust the experts at Treasured Knots. We have the specialized equipment, training, and experience to fully restore the beauty of your precious rugs.

Our professional technicians are certified and trained to recognize different fibers, constructions, and types of rugs, allowing us to select the precise professional rug cleaning solution needed.

We offer several types of meticulous hand-cleaning processes, including:

• Soak and Rinse Cleaning: Ideal for pet stains and heavily soiled rugs.
• Dry Cleaning: Suitable for delicate materials, such as silk.
• Conservator Cleaning: Specialized handling for antique and highly fragile pieces.

Treasured Knots delivers professional results you can trust. Contact us today, and our friendly, knowledgeable staff will answer all your rug cleaning and care questions. Phone: (201) 552-2734 | Email: info@treasureknot.com

Essential Maintenance Tips for Your Area Rugs

Here are a few things that will help you keep your Area Rugs maintained:

1. Uneven Wear Prevention

A rug should be turned end-for-end once every year or two to even out wear and color changes. Avoid placing a rug on a very uneven floor. A raised area can cause premature wear on the portion of the rug covering it.

2. Flattening a Rug

If your Oriental rug has wrinkles or creases from shipping, follow the proper rolling technique to smooth them out. For persistent wrinkles, steam iron the pile gently on a "wool" setting, following the direction of the nap.

3. Rug Pads

Rug pads are incredibly useful for Oriental rug care:

• Benefits: Pads prevent sliding, prolong the life of the rug by cushioning impact, and provide enhanced comfort underfoot.
• Sizing: A pad should be about an inch smaller than the rug on all sides (excluding the fringe) so that it remains hidden.
• Material: We recommend dense polyester felt pads for large rugs. Avoid low-quality rubber pads, which can deteriorate and stick to the floor or the rug backing.

4. Storage

When storing a rug for more than a few months, proper preparation is vital: The rug must be professionally cleaned, treated with insecticide, and completely dry. Wrap the rug in a protective, chemically stable covering (like synthetic paper or plastic. Store in a clean, dry place, and avoid common wrapping papers, which can be acidic and attract insects.