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 July 2024
Wonderful!!! Diego was right on time and did an Amazing job cleaning our carpets.. we Highly recommend him
Valley Elite Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in July 2013
From the first phone contact I was very impressed with this company. Very polite and business-like, but in an easy and friendly way. It went very smoothly. Their truck pulled up to the garage, which is not always easy to find in our condo complex. They really knew what they were doing and...
Zerorez SoCal
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Reviewed in October 2013
The crew was prompt and knowledgeable, and did a great job. I decided to have them take another runner into the shop to be cleaned after they did the tile. I will use them again.
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Reviewed in August 2012
The service was awesome overall! They’re very professional but they also take the time to ask you’re your needs are and to make sure that you’re completely happy with the work. They’re just great to work with overall.
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Reviewed in February 2017
They call us if they don't show up or if they are going to be a little bit late. They do a good job. They don't use chemicals as their cleaner. They use water, it's just all natural. They showed up on time and did a good job. They're courteous.
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Reviewed in February 2011
They are Always perfect. They are great people. I highly recommend them. Their price is comparable. They are extremely reliable. I would recommend them to anybody. They have good follow through. They are very informative on after care.
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Reviewed in February 2011
They are excellent and always on time. They are extremely courteous and had a reasonable price. They are always in touch with you to see if you need anything. They are very responsive. I had a very good experience with them.
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Reviewed in September 2013
The wood cleaner arrived first and ask if there were specific areas I wanted him to work on. He spent almost 3 hours cleaning and finishing the wood area. He was very nice and explained everything. The owner came at one point to let me know about certain small areas that they would be unable to...
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Reviewed in March 2013
Our carpet had not been cleaning in over 8 years, and our travertine floor in over 15 years. After sifting through Angie?s List, targeting 3 vendors with excellent ratings, each of who submitted a bid, we selected Haines & Cross (?H&C?) based on 1) reviews, 1) price, 2) perceived expertise,...
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Reviewed in February 2013
I called them up and they came to get my rugs, so it was convenient. They are very efficient and they brought the rugs back on the day I want them back. They are responsive.
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Oriental rug cleaning services FAQs

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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