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The 9 Steps to Professional Rug Cleaning in Long Island

Rugs are a beautiful addition to any Long Island home and can add some vibrant color and life to any living space. Redecorating your home takes time and money – most people would prefer to keep their current decorations in good condition. In order to keep your rugs in tip-top shape, it is recommended to have them professionally cleaned every 12-18 months…Preferably by a professional rug cleaning company like Olde World Rug Washing Co. Did you know that a rug that comes in contact with pets or shoes should be cleaned more often than rugs that are hung? You will also want to have your rugs cleaned if you have allergies or airborne sensitivities in your home. Your rug acts like a large “filter” that can capture all of those airborne allergens. When your rug becomes “full” those allergens are released back into the air you are breathing. Rug cleaning is a craft, and technicians at Olde World Rug Washing Company have expert craftsmanship in using ‘new world’ rug cleaning technol

How Is Professional Rug Cleaning Different From Carpet Cleaning

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Oriental rugs and area rugs have been made for centuries in all different corners of the world, and they can last for hundreds of years, but only if you take care of them properly. How is it possible that rugs can last that long, even with rudimentary cleaning techniques of older days? Because the process of professional rug cleaning that is practiced today can be simple, but it does take a bit of work to get them cleaned efficiently. Here is how Olde World Rug Washing Company cleans rugs. Immersion Cleaning You may assume that rugs and carpets are exactly the same in their construction, but they actually vary quite a bit. Carpets have fibers that are looped onto a mesh screen and glued onto a plastic backing, whereas rugs are tied to fibers on the back and have no backing. This means that carpets should be cleaned from the top, and rugs are better cleaned by immersion. Rugs will be soaked and rinsed on a draining surface at the company headquarters until the water runs

Rug Cleaning

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When Olde World Craftsmanship Meets ‘New World’ Rug Washing Technology! The Olde World Rug Washing Company offers high-quality rug cleaning and rug repair services. Our highly trained and independently certified rug cleaning specialists have decades of experience caring for rugs of all fabric types and sizes. We pay attention to detail and offer authentic hand washing of your rugs front and back.   We are fully insured to guarantee your protection. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed Professional rug cleaning is essential in extending the life of your rugs and can bring out the natural beauty of your rugs by adding a more vibrant, fresh look and feel. The Olde World Rug Washing Company uses a proven and patented Aqua03 Final Rinse System that is guaranteed to satisfy rug owners. The average time recommended between professional cleanings is 12-18 months. If your rug is in a heavy traffic area, or if you have pets or suffer from airborne allergies, you may need to clean more o