Fringe Cleaning
on the Upper West Side
Specialized hand-cleaning of rug fringe, removing discoloration and restoring crispness.
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PHOTOGRAPHED BY OUR TEAMCare begins with
understanding.
Rug fringe is often the first area to show wear, yellowing, and soil accumulation. Because fringe fibers are typically cotton or silk and more exposed than pile fibers, they require dedicated attention. Our fringe cleaning process uses gentle hand-washing techniques and targeted brightening treatments to remove discoloration, restore a clean appearance, and give your rug a polished, finished look.
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.
Fringe Cleaning on the Upper West Side
Walk-ups account for 17 percent of homes on the Upper West Side, and on a narrow stair the ends of a rolled rug are what bump the walls and drag on the treads, so we close the fringe inside the wrapping before carrying it down. The fringe deserves that care: on most knotted rugs it is the warp, the base threads running through the whole rug, so a torn end can loosen the knots beside it. Cotton fringe browns with age or after a soaking. Do not try bleach on it at home, since bleach weakens cotton and can mark the pile beside it. Keep the vacuum off the fringe, and if the ends have started to unravel, say so on the tag so we can show you the damage at the assessment.
- 58%of homes in elevator buildings
- 61%built before 1940
- 14floors in the median home's building
A careful
consideration.
- 01Hand-washing with soft brush
- 02Targeted brightening treatment
- 03Gentle detangling
- 04Soil extraction from base
- 05Controlled drying
- 06Final hand-combing
Time for a closer look?
- Yellowed or gray fringe
- Matted or tangled fringe
- Soil ground into fringe
- Discoloration from foot traffic
- Pet hair wrapped in fringe
- Uneven fringe appearance
Let's care for
something remarkable.
A favorite piece. A family heirloom.
A room that feels like you again.