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 October 2011
I was very happy with their service. They came when they said they would come. The rugs were nice and clean when they came back. The person who came to get the rugs was knowledgable nd courteous.
Ayoub Carpet Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
It was a good experience. They were very knowledgeable, very friendly and courteous, and did an excellent job for a fair price with both cleanings. The rug and the carpet turned out great.
Daniels Floor Care
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Reviewed in October 2015
Excellent service! Very punctual and friendly. Daniel responded to my initial e-mail regarding whether or not his company cleaned oriental rugs. Then he told me they were not far away and would provide pick up and delivery for the rug and quoted me a very good price. He inspected the rug...
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Reviewed in July 2015
The rugs came back beautifully cleaned! They were as new. Daniel gave us a price right away. Included in that price were four new rug pads. He was very courteous, professional and punctual.
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Reviewed in January 2014
It was an expensive undertaking, but this was because Daniel and his assistant cleaned the rugs by hand which is a tedious process. It also requires special equipment which Daniel possessed. Furthermore, they had pick up and delivery service, completed the work on time, and did a beautiful...
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Reviewed in February 2014
Service is quick and professional. Daniel picked up our area rug for cleaning and stain removal. Excellent job, and delivered on time, as promised. Price bends towards the upward side, but, you do get what you pay for. Thank you, Daniel!
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Reviewed in July 2015
They did an incredible job. My carpets were very soiled and they came up beautifully. I am so so pleased. The provided arrived on time was professional and friendly and did the work in an extremely timely manner. I would absolutely recommend them and would definitely use them again. In fact I...
American Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2014
Chris was friendly, prompt, and did a great job on work performed. Very reasonable price! Highly recommended.
American Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2016
Absolutely great experience. The arrived on time and provided a text message alerting me that they were on their way so I could prepare. Took their time, explained everything, and worked to make sure a great job was done. Chris, the owner, was here the whole time. The price was much lower than...
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Reviewed in March 2015
Chris, the owner of Johnny's Carpet Care, arrived on time like he said he would. He estimated it would take him about 3 hours to complete the work and it did. He was very professional, answered all my questions, and walked me through the process. Our rugs had not been cleaned for many years...
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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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