Alexander's Rug Care

10/10/2019

Growing up, did you ever watch your mom or grandma beat out a rug? If so, you know that an incredible amount of dust can get caught in the fibers in a short amount of time. Today, many other methods are used for weekly rug cleaning, but one thing has stayed the same: area rugs still need the occasional wash.

Over time, your area rug will gather dirt and stains you just can’t vacuum away. Washing rugs with gentle but effective equipment can restore them to like-new condition. But should you do it yourself or hire a professional? For that matter, when do you need to wash your area rug?

The answer primarily depends on the type of rug you have. Your beautiful area rug may need a delicate but thorough washing from a rug cleaner, or it may just need to be thrown in the washing machine every once in a while.

Washing rugs with gentle but effective equipment can restore them to like-new condition. But should you do it yourself or hire a professional?

03/06/2019

Persian rugs are beautiful works of art, with their origins dating back to Iran over 2,500 years ago. Over the course over generations, the process of weaving Persian rugs has evolved from a necessity, protecting ancient tribesman from the elements, to an impressive art form that has an important place in Persian culture and a high value all over the world.

Today, Persian rugs are intricately hand-knotted from high-quality textiles that require careful care to maintain the integrity of the piece. When properly taken care of, Persian rugs can last for decades as heirlooms or a valuable investment. Understanding the history of Persian hand knotted rugs is essential to properly take care of them, helping the pieces last for generations to come.

Understanding the history of Persian rugs is essential to properly take care of them, helping the pieces last for generations to come.

02/25/2019

Area rugs are a great addition to a home, but just like most other investments, they require proper and continuous care to have a long life. By following a few simple guidelines for care and maintenance, you can ensure that your rug lasts many years.

Area rugs require thorough and continuous care for a higher life expectancy. Learn how to properly maintain your area rugs.

02/21/2019

Damage prevention is easier than area rug restoration. We've come up with steps one needs to take to avoid premature rug damage.