Can you use a rug shampoo on an oriental rug?

<div><p>You can use rug shampoo on an oriental rug, but you need to make sure you use a natural, non-abrasive shampoo. While other carpets made from synthetic fiber can stand up to harsh chemicals, the natural material—sheep’s wool, cotton, silk, or camel hair—that goes into an oriental rug will break down and get damaged if they come in contact with traditional rug shampoos. In many cases, it’s best to let a professional assess your carpet and determine which gentle shampoo would be most appropriate.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2012
The service went just fine. The representative was diligent and polite. This was what I needed for a quick cleanup.
Mountainview Chem-Dry
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Reviewed in October 2011
The price was exactly as quoted.? The carpets were very clean.? There was no residue and no stains have reappeared (like they usually do a few months later).? The service personel were very considerate and thoughtful even taking care to watch that my cats did not escape before I could secure...
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Reviewed in March 2018
Called to come early from a cancellation. Arrived on time. Very polite and eager to provide service. Sold a nice protective product for my rugs and was well aware of the coupon offer and price already paid. His name was Anger and that her was! Just the way I would like all service to be attended...
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Reviewed in June 2012
Took 3 rugs by to be cleaned that were very dirty. They did an excellent job. Called me and told me different cleaning options and prices. Job was done quickly. I would definitely use them again. Very professional and prices were very reasonable.
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Reviewed in October 2013
The lady that I spoke with to set up the appointment gave me a general idea of the cost estimate. She estimated between $140-$175 for the couch and $1 to $3 per square foot for the rug. She explained that the representative would make measurements and let me know prior to doing the work the...
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Reviewed in November 2015
Excellent. Because my job was so piecemeal, I used the 15% off coupon. When I called to get more information, the woman who answered answered all the questions I had about the company and their unique cleaning techniques. Shewas able to provide an estimate of my job and schedule me on the day...
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Reviewed in January 2017
David and his crew have ALWAYS done a fantastic job. They are very detailed and take their time doing a very thorough job! Even the toughest stains have been removed and I believe they are the best around!
Miracle Machine
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Reviewed in February 2012
They've always been really good. They usually have a coupon, which is good. They charge more if they come out and get it and deliver it back. They are reasonable. I've never looked to use anybody else. I don't have much carpet in my house, it's rugs but they clean carpets too. I use them...
Sanitary Carpet & Oriental Rug Cleaners
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Reviewed in November 2015
Branden was fantastic! He was 5 minutes early to our appointment and super nice. He took a look at two of our rugs that had been abused by our newest addition to our family, a 3 month old german shepherd, and gave us a price on having them cleaned. He took the rugs with him and returned them in...
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Reviewed in July 2012
They gets A's all the way down the line. They are everything you want a business you associate with to be.
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You can use rug shampoo on an oriental rug, but you need to make sure you use a natural, non-abrasive shampoo. While other carpets made from synthetic fiber can stand up to harsh chemicals, the natural material—sheep’s wool, cotton, silk, or camel hair—that goes into an oriental rug will break down and get damaged if they come in contact with traditional rug shampoos. In many cases, it’s best to let a professional assess your carpet and determine which gentle shampoo would be most appropriate.

The average cost to have a professional clean an oriental rug is around $6 per square foot, and most cleaners charge between $5 and $9 per square foot. The size of your rug will be a major factor when it comes to cleaning costs. For example, a 6x9 foot rug will cost $320 on average, while a 9x12 foot rug will cost $650 or more.

The state of your oriental rug will also play a role, as rugs that are excessively dirty and haven’t been cleaned in years will take longer to clean and, therefore, cost more.

It’s possible to clean an oriental rug yourself, but it’s not recommended for two reasons. First, most DIYers only have access to rug shampoos and equipment like steam cleaners, which won’t provide the same deep clean that an industrial machine that shakes dust and dirt out of the fibers would. Second, using any harsh chemicals or shampoos that aren’t specifically made for oriental rugs could damage the material. It’s often a better idea to get an oriental rug professionally cleaned, as this reduces the risk of damage and provides a better clean.

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