There are a lot of silk impostors out there, especially when it comes to rugs. So, “how can I tell if my rug is silk?” you might ask. As a specialty oriental rug cleaner, I see and touch rugs everyday and can usually spot a fake silk rug fairly easily. However, for the consumer, that […]
Are You Tempted To Cut Off Your Ugly Fringe?
It seems that many rug owners have a love/hate relationship with fringe. When your rug is new the fringe looks crisp and clean and they are all the same length. As time goes on and the rug begins to see foot traffic, the fringe can become dull, dingy and break. So how can you protect, […]
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York Rug Cleaner Finds A Hidden Treasure
Chad Landis, owner of River Valley Rug Cleaning in York, Pennsylvania explored a hidden treasure that is known by some of the most aristocratic individuals but open to all. “It was like walking through time from Ancient Egypt to the twentieth century”, Landis recalls about his recent visit to Mussallem Galleries. “I was expecting some amazing […]
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Understanding Tea Washed Rugs
Tea wash is a treatment or process applied to the rug after it is woven. There are may varying degrees of quality. It is important to note that this treatment is not permanent and will fade and wear off over time. Even proper washing can lighten the tea wash. If you are fond of the […]