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 April 2016
We got hit in the last flood, water came in to our living room and got a few area rugs wet as well. Josh with Extreme team was very professional, he check every corner in the house to make sure only our living room got wet. His crew then removed the carpet and pad, the removed the baseboards...
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Reviewed in October 2014
They came about 5 minutes before the scheduled time. We went over all the order I've made over from the phone. I've decided to add a carpet protector to the service. Over all they were very professional, efficient and quick. They finished everything in about four hours. I will definitely keep...
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Reviewed in August 2016
We had a water dripping from our ceiling last night. We called Extreme at 2 AM and their representative took our information and dispatched a crew early in the morning. When the crew arrived the started extracting the water from our floors and setup air movers and dehumidifier stop dry the...
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Reviewed in March 2017
Wow, I am so impressed with this company. Their customer service is outstanding. They did an exceptional job cleaning the ducts. I can already feel the difference when I breath. Not only that, but my cat had just peed on my brand new mattress before they came and they steam cleaned my mattress...
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Reviewed in July 2023
The service was incredible and the result of the job was fantastic very reasonable price. Will definitely use them again.
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Reviewed in July 2023
Awesome job!! Very professional and affordable. I HIGHLY recommend and I will definitely be using their services again.
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Reviewed in November 2020
UpFront came in with the best price and quickest turnaround time. They were punctual, professional, and we will definitely call on them again when/if the need arises.
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Reviewed in August 2013
Was realistic about the results I should expect on some old and stained carpets which I appreciated. Did a good job in a polite and efficient fashion.
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Reviewed in December 2018
The company representative responded promptly to my Angie's List inquiry and answered all my questions. I ended up going with a neighborhood business, however, with a more economical price.
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Reviewed in May 2013
I heard of UpFront through some friends. I scheduled my appointment online. The day before the appointment I received a confirmation email and a video on preparation. The day of I received 2 text messages, 1 to reconfirm and the other letting me know he was on his way. Everything that he cleaned...
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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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