From the rugs you walk across to the ones you hang on your wall, oriental rugs are some of the most beautiful types of rugs around, and they are also considered to be some of the most durable. With a variety of price ranges from a couple of hundred dollars to in the thousands, it is better to restore an oriental rug than you get rid of it when it has outlived its usefulness. The Oriental Rug Restoration professionals at The Golden Horn in New York City will be glad to lovingly restore your oriental rugs for you; however there are some tips and tricks you can use to breathe life into your treasured rugs before you call in the Oriental Rug Restoration New York City professionals.
Dust and dirt from children and pets can easily get trapped in your rug and suck all of the brightness and life out of it. All you need to restore it to its former glory is some white vinegar, a clean cloth, and a vacuum cleaner. Of course, this is no substitute for calling in the oriental rug restoration professionals New York City, this is just a temporary fix for now.
To spot treat the rug, you need to mix a little amount of vinegar and water. Take a clean cloth and dab at the spots gently. If the stain is hardened you can use a plastic utensil to gently pry the mess off, being careful not to damage your rug. Once you have spot cleaned the rug, you will want to vacuum it completely; this includes turning the rug over and vacuuming up all of the debris, dust, and dirt that has gathered on the underside.
To clean the entire rug, you can use a mild soapy solution and water. Baby shampoo is perfect for this, and want ruin the rug with harsh chemicals. Once you are done lay your rug somewhere in the sunlight to dry, and avoid walking on it until the drying process is complete. This method should hold you over, and make your rug pretty again, until you can call in the professionals to do a complete restoration job for you.
