Many individuals are hesitant to tackle Oriental rug cleaning on their own due to the delicate nature and value of these items. This is unfortunate because the best way to ensure that a rug lasts the test of time is to thoroughly and carefully clean it periodically. Exactly how often an Oriental rug will need to be cleaned will depend on how it is used. One way to determine whether or not a rug is in need of a good cleaning is for an individual to rub their hand on the rug for approximately 10 seconds. If a person’s hand is dirty or if they can feel grit in the fabric then it is time for a good cleaning. (more…)