Handmade Rug Cleaning
in Manhattan
Every handmade rug is unique. We assess each piece individually to honor the artisan's work.
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PHOTOGRAPHED BY OUR TEAMCare begins with
understanding.
Handmade rugs, whether hand-knotted, hand-tufted, or flatwoven, represent a personal investment in craftsmanship. Each piece has unique characteristics that demand individualized attention. Our specialists examine the weave structure, fiber blend, and dye method of every handmade rug before designing a custom cleaning plan. This ensures the artisan's work is preserved while delivering a deep, revitalizing clean.
We discuss the condition, recommended treatment and expected outcome with you. The appropriate method is selected after inspection; not every treatment is suitable for every rug.
Handmade Rug Cleaning in Manhattan
Turn a handmade rug over before you book; its underside tells you how it was made. Knots appear as a fine grid on a hand-knotted piece, a kilim or dhurrie looks nearly the same on both faces, and a hand-tufted rug hides its stitches under a cloth backing held on with glue. Each of these takes water differently, and flatweaves can shrink or ripple if they dry carelessly. Write what you found on the pickup tag. From the 12 floor building that holds the typical Manhattan home, the rolled rug goes down in the elevator wrapped for the trip: a flatweave rolls into a slim bundle, while a thick knotted rug of the same width makes a heavy one that many buildings send through the service elevator.
- 54%of homes in elevator buildings
- 50%built before 1940
- 12floors in the median home's building
A careful
consideration.
- 01Weave-specific assessment
- 02Custom cleaning plan per piece
- 03Hand-washing with gentle agitation
- 04Fiber-safe stain treatment
- 05Low-heat controlled drying
- 06Final hand inspection
Time for a closer look?
- Uneven soiling patterns
- Loose fibers or shedding
- Dye migration risk
- Surface stains
- Odor absorption
- General wear patterns
Let's care for
something remarkable.
A favorite piece. A family heirloom.
A room that feels like you again.