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Hand Knotted Ikat design Rug How to tell the difference between a hand made and a machine made rug:  To an untrained eye it is difficult to tell the difference between hand made, hand knotted, and machine made rugs. This guide will help you understand the differences and give you the advantage of making an informed buying decision when shopping for rugs. Hand Knotted Rugs Parts of a Hand Knotted Rug Hand knotted rugs are made on a specially designed loom and are knotted by hand. The making of hand knotted rugs is a very ancient art that deserves a...

Despite your best efforts at cleanliness, your carpet will eventually become the victim of drops, spills, accidents, and whatever is on the bottom of your shoes. The following tips are recommendations from our rug cleaning and repair experts to help keep your carpets looking new:     1 | Blot Stains, Don’t Rub Them Dab stains with a cleaning solution and a clean cloth, paper towels, or a sponge. The key is blotting. Blotting puts a small amount of pressure on the stain to soak it up.  Always blot from the outside of the stain inward, as blotting outward can spread...

As experts in rugs and rug care we recommend a professional cleaning every 3-5 years or as needed. But if you have an occasional minor spill there are some rug care and cleaning tips you can try at home. Disclaimer: This chart of rug care and cleaning tips is meant as a guide only and we in no way guarantee the use of these cleaning tips will remove your stain and may actually cause the stain to worsen. For best results we recommend you bring your rug in immediately for a professional cleaning. Call 757-333-1010 to get a cleaning quote. Professional...