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 2012
The service went very well. I am very please with them. Their prices are reasonable and they are easy to deal with.
Aladdin Cleaning & Restoration
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Reviewed in March 2012
He does very high quality work. He is very knowledgeable. He is expensive but he does extremely high quality work and there isn't anybody else in his league that is doing that sort of thing around here. It was a big job and he was very, very good. He is worth what he charges. I would use him...
Basil N Scaljon Antique Rugs
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Reviewed in May 2015
The appointment was set for 9:15am. He showed up 15 minutes early...a great start. He proceeded to steam clean my entire house nice and slow, taking his time. I had berber carpet that wasn't cleaned for at least 7+ years. The steam cleaning made the carpet look ten times better. Most of the...
MaxKleen
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Reviewed in July 2011
I have always used a big named company here in town but was convinced by a friend to use MaxKleen because they do an unbelievable job. I'm glad I listened because it came out 10 times better than before and he cleaned the carpets in my RV for no extra charge! Thanks MaxKleen, you have gained a...
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Reviewed in November 2011
The crew was friendly. They got to work immediately after they arrived. I was expecting an hour for th to do the work. They finished in about 20 min. It took just a few hours for the carpet to dry. I would recommend them to clean my carpet in the future
MaxKleen
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Reviewed in November 2014
Customer service was great, scheduling, pick-up, delivery, however the cleanliness of the rug was a "D". The only reason they did not get an "F" is because some cleaning was performed. After the rug was delivered, I inspected the rug and proceeded to find 2 stains that had not been removed in...
Kiwi Carpet Cleaning
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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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