Rug Gallery
Track Lighting For Galleries
If you run a gallery, there are a number of different things you should consider when installing track lighting. In general, there are three different things that you should consider: quality of lighting, flexibility and damage to your works of art. In this article, I will discuss all of these different considerations, concluding that LED track lighting is the best option available.Quality of lighting: The first thing you should consider is the quality of the lighting. By this I don't mean how good it is, but what type of lighting it provides (from the Latin "qualitas"). For galleries, you want lighting that can illuminate your works of art without illuminating much of the area around the work of light.In order to get this quality of lighting, you'll want two things. First, you want it to be directed. In other words, you want beams that shine only in one direction and not in others. Both halogen reflector bulbs and LED bulbs provide this quality (but halogen bulbs can damage your art, as I will discuss later).Second, you want lighting that can be shaped into various quadrilateral shapes. This is done through the use of "screens". Screens are placed on the opening of your fixture and actually shape the beam. Like the pillars of ancient buildings, you don't want to make rectangles but isosceles trapezoids. The further the fixture is from the piece of art, the wider the beam will appear, so you'll want to have it narrower at the source to compensate.Flexibility: It is very important to have lighting that you can move around depending on where you want it to appear on your wall. Tracks themselves are difficult to move, so you'll want to make sure the track fixtures are able to be easily moved from one end to the other. This allows you to move your fixtures to suit your artwork, rather than placing the artwork to suit the fixtures. Note, however, that, if you plan to use track lighting to illuminate art on a wall, you will need to install the tracks by that wall right at the beginning.Damaging Art: UV radiation will gradually damage artwork. Normally, this is not a problem, but in a gallery, where art may be hung for literally centuries, it becomes a serious concern. Unfortunately, halogen lights, the traditional form of gallery lighting, produced UV radiation.However, LED lighting produces no UV radiation at all. Until five years ago, LED lighting was unsuited to galleries, but recently, white LED lights were developed. As a result, LED lights provide the best gallery track lighting on the market today. They are directed and do not damage artwork.In conclusion, then, track lighting should be directed, flexible and safe for artwork. LED track lighting provides all of these.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
How do I make Sweater Rugs?
I saw this incredible rug at an art gallery that was made from unravelled sweaters. The sweater pieces were sewn onto heavy canvas. Does anybody know how to do this or where I can find instructions to do so??-
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sorry I can't find anything on it, it must have been a one off. Can you imagine sewing into canvas. You would need a big heavy duty industrial sewing machine, or to have it done at a sail makers.
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QUESTION:
Can you help me find this rug?
I'm looking for the blue and black rug in this picture. If anyone knows where we can buy it, or one similar that would be great!http://l.yimg.com/k/im_siggN0yLdoSVQYZ8RE8MY6bLuQ---y626-x495-q75-n0/omg/us/img/3e/c7/2629_4799918819.jpg
We've already looked at Jcpenny's, Home Depot, Lowe's, and Z Gallery.
Thanks so much!
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have u tried ikea??
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QUESTION:
This is a picture of a kitchen that is very similar to ours. What should we put on our parquet floors?
http://luxuryapartmentbeijing.com/images/gallery/13.jpgWe do not have tile, but parquet floors. Do we put one long rug in front of it, or several rugs, and if so, where should they be placed?
Thank you in advance for your answers.
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I would put a 27" Runner in front of the cabinets, ( I have that in the kitchen now ), and another one where ever your dining table is, usually a 6 X 8
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QUESTION:
Any foolproof suggestions for making our art gallery/antiques shop smell "vintage" and "clean"?
Need that warm and inviting scent in the air...I've tried supermarket sprays, rug deodorizers (sprays and powders you shake on them) ...they are stong and overpowering...had complaints from customers with allergies...Thank you.-
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Wallaem has a great idea with the furniture polish. Oil any leather in your shop too. You can put small sprigs of bay leaf or lavendar inside drawers and armoias. Satchels of cedarwood are nice too. I would avoid spraying any kind of air freshener around antique furniture and fabrics.
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QUESTION:
Do you like these two paintings (pictures)?
I'm trying to decide on wether or not to get both or just one. I'm a 15 year old girl and my room has green walls, hard wood floors, white furniture, and a hot pink lamp, rug, blanket, and mixed pink bedspread. Thanks.http://www.debbiemariegallery.com/gallery/PRINT%20DETAIL%20PAGES/four%20heart%20harmony.php
http://www.debbiemariegallery.com/gallery/PRINT%20DETAIL%20PAGES/passion%20dance.php-
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I like the first one :3Plus, it'd match your room better because it includes green and pink.
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Persian Rug Runner
How To Choose The Right Size Of Your Tablecloth
Buying table linen for your home seems to be an easy task but it might become quite a confusing undertaking if not planned properly. Apart from the style and quality of a fabric you also should consider the right size of tablecloth for your dining table, as well as some matching napkins, placemats and table runners.
There are some rules which exist for any type of tablecloth and it does not matter if they are cheap or expensive. When buying a new tablecloth make sure it is at least half a metre longer and wider than your table. Then it will hang over your table with free folds on each side.
Ideally, when you are buying your dining table and matching chairs, the height of the chairs should be 30cm lower than the table surface. If this is the case, then you provide your diners with the most comfortable dining experience as the table is not too high, nor too low for keeping your back straight and relaxed at the same time. Using this guide, your luxurious linen tablecloth should ideally be level with the seats.
Of course there can be another scenario when for some special occasion you might need your table linens to overhang the table down to the ground. This is normally the case for a formal reception and not something you would normally undertake at home. Therefore for your home you should feel comfortable with any size of the tablecloth with at least half a metre of extra length and up to additional two heights of your dining table.
The use of a luxury tablecloth is very beneficial when your furniture has lost its glamorous look and got a little older. The solution of a new tablecloth will change the situation immediately and with the minimum of effort.
You will also achieve superb results when you take the time to match your tablecloth with your window curtains. In this way, your dining room will look extremely chic and fresh.
Alternatively, if your home is set in a modern manner and you do not wish to hide your exceptionally stylish furniture under a classic tablecloth, you can always add some glamour to your table with a table runner and some matching linen napkins and placemats. Such arrangement will create an impression of luxury without being too over bearing.
There is a wide variety of quality table linens to choose from including plain linens, embroidered tablecloths and damask tablecloths.
Damask or jacquard is a figured linen fabric in which warp-satin and weft-sateen create a pattern. Such patterns are visible even in an all white cloth, woven from all white yarns. This process requires threads to be woven in contrasting directions, which creates a pattern that is visible when viewed at certain angles. Across large surfaces, damask fabrics are most extraordinary as reflect light and continually reveal new designs to your eye in a subtle and appealing way.
When making your choice of table linens you should remember that dining in style is one of those little pleasures which can bring some deserved elegance and luxury into your life. So easily achievable and so rewarding to experience! Good luck and have fun selecting your next table
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
what type of rug pad to use under stair runner?
The rug I am using for the stair runner is persian-like and "plush" (so cut pile). I recently had other wall to wall carpeting installed and was going to use the left-over carpet pad, but it just looks too thick! I am afraid it will give a "bubble" look. Is there a protocol?-
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If you get an istaller then have them bring samples - dont spend lots of money on the pad - it is simply not that important (just find something that will give you the level of thickness you desire and dont let them talk you into something expensive). If you are doing it yourself then something like: http://www.amazon.com/Runner-Underlay-Ultra-Grade-Rubber/dp/B002ZQAA2U should do the trick!Hope I was able to help,
Omri
http://nazmiyalantiquerugs.com/
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QUESTION:
Do you have to have matching rugs?
Does a living room persian rug have to match the runner that goes into the kitchen? (color, pattern, material)? Will it look funny if it doesn't match?-
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It does not have to match. Just choose colors that are similar so that the flow continues. Too much matchy stuff is boring anyways,
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where does one get cheap but cool and modern rugs in SF ?
Hi, I have to cover 80% of my apartment in rugs and so its a lot of money... I need a big rug for the living room, 3 runners and one medium rug for the other areas. I just cant spend 300$ on the living room rug and than probably another 300$ if not more on the others.
I dont like those persian ones, what I do like is cool designs, like ovals drawn on the rug for example, or leaves...
I am looking on craigslist (its almost impossible though to find matching ones
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Go to "overstock.com" they have some great ones on clearance. Their s&h cost is only one dollar.
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Buy Persian Rugs
Area Rugs, Free Shipping
These days, you cannot buy an area rug from a reputable seller without being offered free shipping; the two go hand in hand. It is always nice to know that companies care about not only the selling part but also the safe and trouble free shipping of your precious area rug. With the area rug industry growing with leaps and bounds, the aim shifts from only selling the product to creating a new bond between the company and it’s valued customer, you. Free shipping is one of the most important values that can be added to the selling of a product. Customers love it, and when it comes to be a matter of choice, they will always go for that area rug which comes with free shipping.
Speaking of area rugs, the limits to your choice are endless. From the representation of your whimsical desire to pure class and elegance, the area rug of today provides for all of that with little or rather no difficulty at all. With the shattering of the barrier between the machine woven area rug and the handmade, the diversification in terms of quality, style and design is wondrous. And, the best part is that you don’t have to pay a single cent to ship it to anywhere you want. They have not started fedexing to moon at the time of this writing, but if there were people up there, and they were buying area rugs, I wouldn’t be surprised if these dealers offered free shipping. In today’s competitive market, that is, to reiterate, one of the best values that a seller can add to that splendid rug for your home décor.
Do not be under the impression that you have to spend a lot of money in order to elevate the mood of your home to a new exquisite height. An area rug does the job with acute precision. Brands like the famous Karastan sell affordable area rugs that will simply blow your mind. Though Karastan manufactures machine made rugs; don’t get fooled with that, because when placed beside a handmade rug, even the experts have doubts deciding which one is the machine-made one and which the handmade. To create something like this, a complete mimicry of human artwork, this is sheer mechanical excellence. It is not though that Karastan makes only machine made area rugs, as they import a lot of Persian rugs and Indian ones. Whether handmade or machine woven, one general assurance that the brand provides you is the guarantee of the quality of the wool, which is used to manufacture the rugs. Karastan uses wool of the highest quality to make their wonder rugs. This is a guarantee that has been there since 1928 and they intend to keep it that way, with no compromises on this one, ever.
Discount rugs are available from most dealers and you’d be amazed to see the level of quality you can get even when there is the discount tag attached to it. The discount is not because the rugs are bad but rather it is the celebration of the goodwill of the various companies as they are out to provide the customer satisfaction and in return, the inception of a life long relationship between them. The free shipping policy plays a pivotal role in developing this relationship.
Choice of material is never a matter of constraint. So what if you don’t like wool? There’s so much to choose from. New materials and fibers are being introduced constantly, in an effort to provide you the best possible option that you can have for your home. For example, manufacturers are using nylon in ways that you can’t imagine. It won’t even feel like nylon to you. Some may say that this is overworking the methods of rug making but on the contrary, it is the evidence of the untiring dedication of the manufacturers to furnish the maximum possible choices for you. They are very well aware of the fact that your home is important to you and it is important that you get an exhaustive range of options from which you can find the perfect one for your home.
Rugs and home; the former complements the latter and becomes the pride of any home owner for whom the look and feel of his or her home matters. This relationship has its own history and the variety of rugs that are found all across the globe are a testament to it. The Persians made their rugs a whole aspect of their identity and so did many other cultures. The explanation is simple, because rugs can define one’s home, add that essential warmth and color to any part of your home. This wonderful property of the area rug makes it the pride of any room and of course, your home. Use a rug to change your home and the way you will remember your home when days have passed across the landscape of time. A rug adds to the perfect home and takes the not so perfect home to the pedestal of perfection. If you own a good rug from a reputable collection, your satisfaction, so far as making your home a more livable place is concerned, is guaranteed.
So stop looking for useless and expensive ways to achieve your goal of beautifying your home, and go buy an area rug. You’ll most definitely end up saying, “why didn’t I try this before?”
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
Where to buy a real Persian rugs?
I love Persian rugs and wanna buy one home.-
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I would say Persia.............but in 1935, the country was known internationally as Iran.
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QUESTION:
How to buy Oriential and Persian rugs. How long does it take for a rug to appreciate in value? Which ones will
What questions should a person ask before purchasing an expensive rug?
Wanted to add: I wouldn't buy a rug as an investment. I just thought someone browsing this category may know something about how rugs appreciate in value. I may be wrong.-
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Don't buy the rug as an investment. Buy it because you like the rug.
Investing in "collectibles", in my opinion, is not very wise. Investing in coins, stamps, baseball cards ad infinitum, is not a way to get rich slowly. Invest in these things only if you like them and want to collect them, not as an investment.
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Which is the best online store to buy antique Persian rugs?-
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May be you can try Doris Leslie Blau – the online shop for antique rugs.
They are providing all kinds of antique Persian rugs, deco rugs, antique Samrkand rugs etc.
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QUESTION:
where can I buy carpet rugs or squares similar to persian rugs or the like?
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There are always tons of options at your local stores.... the best way is to maybe cruise through some patterns online and see what you like and what you dont. Then take a print over to a carpet store and see what they can do? There are probably lots in your area you dont know about... heres a good site to find you floor stores by you:
http://directory.findanyfloor.com/
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QUESTION:
how to buy a Persian Rug?
I live in Dubai and really love the Persian Rugs which are displayed at different markets and shops. I want to buy one but the problem is I have no idea how to judge its quality and whether or not the vendor is asking too much for it. How can I reasonably judge the value of a rug so that I can bargain in good faith and have one of these beautiful things in my home ? Also, can you recommend a vendor or area of the city to find the best buys?-
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there are many shops either in malls or in the street markets that does have the NAME and PICTURE of persian carpets .. just take a drive where small markets and you'll find the signs ..and Friday market in northern emirates have that too .. many and many different kinds and sizes .. about 30 - 45 mins from Dubai .. ask any taxi about friday market or Souq Al Juma'a and they'll help you ..
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Wholesale Persian Rugs
The Benefits Of A Kid Area Rug
Buying a kid area rug means that you will be able to take advantage of a wealth of benefits. Of course, if you do not have any children you will probably have no reason to look into these. But on the other side of things, if you have at least one kid’s room in your home, you will most definitely want to look into what one of these area rugs has to offer. As you can imagine, the benefits of a kid area rug are nearly endless.
Listed below are three reasons that you should look into buying a kid area rug. Although you may be aware of many other reasons, these are three of the most popular. No matter where you live, or what interests your kids have, you should be able to find a nice area rug that suits their bedroom just fine. When you do this, you will have the chance to take advantage of the many benefits that they have to offer.
1. A kid area rug is a great way to keep your primary flooring clean and in good shape. For instance, does your child’s bedroom have hardwood flooring? If so, you know that this can get dinged up from time to time. But if you have a kid area rug in place, you will be able to avoid this for the most part. This is not to say that you will be able to side step all of the potential problems, but even a small area rug will help you out in more ways than you could ever imagine.
2. Believe it or not, your children will love it if you add an area rug to their room; as long as you get the right one that is. When buying an area rug for a child’s bedroom, you will want to consider their likes and tastes. After all, they are the ones who are going to have to live with the piece on a regular basis. For this reason, you should consider buying a kid area rug that will really excite them. This could be anything from a rug that depicts their favorite sport to a rug that is their favorite color. Anything that they will like is something that you will want to consider.
3. An area rug will give your children a place to play. Once again, your primary flooring may not be ideal for a play area. But if you purchase a kid area rug, you can get around this in no time at all. Even though the kid area rug is not going to be big enough to cover the entire floor, you should remember that your child does not need tons of space. As long as they have enough room to sit and play on the kid area rug, they should be perfectly content.
As you can see, there are many benefits of adding a kid area rug to your home. If your child’s bedroom needs some help in this area, look into what a kid area rug has to offer.
Hand Made Rugs
Big Area Rugs: Your Comfortable, Relaxed And Proud Home
Ever dreamed of spending your time at home in a rainy Sunday afternoon, Watching a favorite classic love story movie although cuddling with your hubby as you reach for any hot cup of coffee although glancing at your beautiful kids roll more than like a cute 13-year-old cairn terrier in your beautiful home by the lake? This must be everybody else's aspiration.
But, could you visualize as you roll-over the floor with no mattress or a rug at all? Others might be comfy with it; but if you can't take it, possibly you have to purchase a large area rug that could perfectly match the floor size of one's living room, your bedroom or anywhere else in the house which you think you need to put 1.
Today, like any other home available require stunning, attractive, and big rugs. The large area rugs are completely designed to suit well in our modern day style big houses. But where can you discover those big area rugs that could completely match for your homes?-what kind of raw components for large area rug are you looking for?-when will you have it?-these are normally asked questions when you're planning to have individuals large area rugs.
There are numerous businesses that manufacture large area rugs but not all of these businesses produce a high high quality of large area rugs.Large area rugs vary from color, size, shape, design, textures, component of raw components, the price and most importantly, the quality.
These large area rugs ranges from classic or traditional styles towards the most contemporary and modern ones! You will find machine-made rugs and hand-made rugs with also variety of fabric components to choose from like jute or synthetic fibers, fine wool.
There are businesses that truly sell very top quality large area rugs. There are also individuals which are not highly excellent rugs but obviously they're less expensive. The type of big area rug you want to buy will differ according for your choice obviously! But before you make a option, Planned first everything from the measurement from the region exactly where you want to place the rug to the king of large area rug that could carry out well; and make certain it'll perfectly fit, attempt to visualize if it will compliment the styles of the room; believe about things like the color of the paint within the region, the type of furniture you've, and make sure it accentuate using the style of the rug.
Take all the time necessary to visualize what you really need, believe about usually you are design and budget and when you are particular, you will be capable to go on the internet shopping just browse the net there are lots of businesses selling these large area rugs, you'll be able to also visit local shops near you which offers large area rugs.
Most importantly, your option of large area rug ought to be genuine and could carry out well because keep in mind it is not simple to purchase 1 more on as these are H-U-G-E!
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
How do I get rid of these hand made Moroccan rugs?
I inherited two fairly large Moroccan rugs, hand made, that my parents purchased years ago in Marrakesh. What is the best way for me to sell these at a good price? I'm honestly not willing to put in that much time.-
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You're not going to get much, considering that eBay is loaded with Persian carpets.I would put them in storage, but first call a rug dealer to see what you must do first, in order to store them. (Probably cleaning and moth-proofing) They may even take them on consignment.
If I were you, I would hang on to them. I have purchased a lot of persian wool, handmade rugs, and they are so beautiful, and look so classy.
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how to sell my hand made rugs?
I want to sell this moroccan product hand made what is the best way beside ebay and craigslist-
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Try specialty gift stores.
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i need to find a place in lancaster c.a that sells hand made rugs?-
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the phone book???? lol
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can you help me I need to contact people who deals with hand made carpets?
I help my friend to sell his hand made rugs .They are really unique . pretty hard work on them such as silk carpets ,ziegler and others I am waiting your answers thank you-
ANSWER:
PHONE 00441733695 ASK FOR " MAT"
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I have 4 large hand made Persian Rugs?
Would any on here be interested in buying them or could anyone recommend anywhere to advertise them for sale anywhere other than eBay!! As I am not a fan of eBay sales?-
ANSWER:
Kashmir Oriental Carpet Enterprises
koce58@hotmail.comThese are nice people and they are very knowledgeable. My contact's name is Rohit Sharma
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Rugs And Carpets
Silk Rugs And Carpets: The Best Rug Pad
You have a valuable silk rug that probably took months, maybe even years to make by hand and now you should protect it with the right rug pad. Silk rugs are very detailed, valuable and impressive. The fact is that this type of rug is an investment and we should protect this investment.
The best rug pad for silk rugs is one in which there is a textured surface and a non slip bottom. This pad is usually made of a jute surface and rubber bottom. There are lots of choices available and it is important to make sure you choose the right version of this rug pad. Make sure the surface is made from a recycled jute that is needle punched. This process creates an extremely dense pad with a slightly textured surface. The texture tends to hold your silk rug to the pad, making it less likely to crawl on the pad. The bottom of the pad should be a solid layer of rubber. I always stress the fact that this should be solid rubber because there are many imitations available that are less expensive because they are made with a sprayed on latex or chemical. Although this will hold the rug to the floor, it will not last as long as the original and tends to damage floors over time.
Many people use the thin non slip pads with holes in them. These are good for some rugs but the fact that the pad has holes does not provide as solid a foundation as is required for silk rugs. Thicker pads are great too but here most thick pads may not keep your silk rug flat. I have a client who only buys fine persian rugs and she keeps coming back for the jute and rubber pad. I asked her if it works as well as I believe and her exact words were " I would not use any other pad. I have had my first one for 12 years now and it still has several years left."
When it comes to your silk rug investment, do not skimp on the pad. Using the right pad will prove to be a solid decision and one that will protect your investment for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
How do I remove Henna Stains from Rugs, Carpets and Sheets ??
We have had an accident with dropped 'Henna' all over the house, now we have Red Henna Stains in various places on rugs and on the carpet and on some sheets, does anyone have any ideas how to get them out !!-
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My daughter....a budding artist
.....colors with markers all the time. I am constantly finding marker spots on her carpet...and the carpet is offwhite! I use regular rubbing alcohol and a white cloth. Put some of the rubbing alcohol on the cloth and then dab on the stain. Keep dabbing, adding more alcohol if needed, making sure the area is well saturated. The spot should start to lighten right away. It worked for us....I hope it works for you 
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QUESTION:
Does anyone know a place/website from where I can buy equipment for making hand-tufted carpets/rugs? Thanks.?
We are planning to make hand-tufted carpets/rugs. There are lots of websites and places for buying machines making mahcine-tufted carpets. But I am interested in hand-tufted carpet manufacturing equipment only.-
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http://www.millstek.com/
Hope this helps
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QUESTION:
Looking for the guy who sits on the side of the road selling rugs/carpets in South Philly.?
There is a guy that sits on the side of the road with a huge selection of carpets and rugs for an awesome price (like ). I thought that he was on Washington, down near the Uhaul building but haven't seen him so I wasn't sure if I was wrong. Does anyone know where this guy can be found? Or where in Philly I can get good rugs for that price!-
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I saw him on Oregon ave one time. But thats it.
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QUESTION:
Why does my dog go to the bathroom on rugs and carpets?
We already house-trained her, and it seemed to work. She goes outside when we walk her, and hasn't been going inside. We used to keep her on a hard floor, and recently gave her access to more of the apartment. Why does she keep having accidents?
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Did you train her with puppy pads? I used them with my pup and he started peeing on the rugs in the kitchen and bathroom. I guess they all looked the same to him.
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QUESTION:
Why has my cat started scratching the carpets and rugs?
My 8 year old moggy has recently started scratching carpets and rugs for no apparent reason. He also scratches the kitchen vinyl where his dried food bowl is, upsetting it all over the floor. He's driving me mad. Ideas anyone?-
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does he have a scratching post?
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Persian Silk Rug
Silk Rugs And Carpets: The Best Rug Pad
You have a valuable silk rug that probably took months, maybe even years to make by hand and now you should protect it with the right rug pad. Silk rugs are very detailed, valuable and impressive. The fact is that this type of rug is an investment and we should protect this investment.
The best rug pad for silk rugs is one in which there is a textured surface and a non slip bottom. This pad is usually made of a jute surface and rubber bottom. There are lots of choices available and it is important to make sure you choose the right version of this rug pad. Make sure the surface is made from a recycled jute that is needle punched. This process creates an extremely dense pad with a slightly textured surface. The texture tends to hold your silk rug to the pad, making it less likely to crawl on the pad. The bottom of the pad should be a solid layer of rubber. I always stress the fact that this should be solid rubber because there are many imitations available that are less expensive because they are made with a sprayed on latex or chemical. Although this will hold the rug to the floor, it will not last as long as the original and tends to damage floors over time.
Many people use the thin non slip pads with holes in them. These are good for some rugs but the fact that the pad has holes does not provide as solid a foundation as is required for silk rugs. Thicker pads are great too but here most thick pads may not keep your silk rug flat. I have a client who only buys fine persian rugs and she keeps coming back for the jute and rubber pad. I asked her if it works as well as I believe and her exact words were " I would not use any other pad. I have had my first one for 12 years now and it still has several years left."
When it comes to your silk rug investment, do not skimp on the pad. Using the right pad will prove to be a solid decision and one that will protect your investment for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
How can I clean cat vomit out of my silk persian rug?
I found it fresh last night. I gently dabbed it with a white napkin and water. A dark spot is still there. The rug is primarily red. I noticed the silk fibers on the napkin. I stopped and didn't do anything more until I could find out what to do. Thanks!!-
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The question is, Why do you have a cat and a silk persian rug. It's the matter of time before the thing ruins it !
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how to wall mount a 4 by 5 persian silk rug that weights about 30 lbs.... by amateur?-
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I would go to a store that sells oriential rugs and ask for suggestions. It may be possible to sew a rod pocket on the back side of the rug and find a heavy wooden rod that you can slip it on to, the problem would be that you would need a center support with the weight and the wooden rod would need mounting brackets that are anchored into the studs.
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QUESTION:
I want to sell my persian silk rug. how want to buy it?-
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Try ebay.
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QUESTION:
is there a market for persian silk rugs in NY?
I have 5 rugs that are 3x5 100% silk and 2 that are smaller that are 100% silk also. looking to sell. pictures upon request
I have 5 rugs that are 3x5 100% silk and 2 that are smaller that are 100% silk also. looking to sell. pictures upon request-
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PEYKAR in Westbury NY. they wont pay much but they will pay. you can also try to sell them on ebay or craigslist
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QUESTION:
is there any market in NYC for persian silk rugs?
I have 5 rugs that are 3x5 100% silk and 2 that are smaller that are 100% silk also. looking to sell. pictures upon request
will ship rugs-
ANSWER:
I'm sure there is a market in NYC as it is a biiiiggggg town, I would have liked 2 buy a rug or two,but unfortuanatly I don't live there...Regards...WhiteRose
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Large Persian Rug
The Benefits Of A Kid Area Rug
Buying a kid area rug means that you will be able to take advantage of a wealth of benefits. Of course, if you do not have any children you will probably have no reason to look into these. But on the other side of things, if you have at least one kid’s room in your home, you will most definitely want to look into what one of these area rugs has to offer. As you can imagine, the benefits of a kid area rug are nearly endless.
Listed below are three reasons that you should look into buying a kid area rug. Although you may be aware of many other reasons, these are three of the most popular. No matter where you live, or what interests your kids have, you should be able to find a nice area rug that suits their bedroom just fine. When you do this, you will have the chance to take advantage of the many benefits that they have to offer.
1. A kid area rug is a great way to keep your primary flooring clean and in good shape. For instance, does your child’s bedroom have hardwood flooring? If so, you know that this can get dinged up from time to time. But if you have a kid area rug in place, you will be able to avoid this for the most part. This is not to say that you will be able to side step all of the potential problems, but even a small area rug will help you out in more ways than you could ever imagine.
2. Believe it or not, your children will love it if you add an area rug to their room; as long as you get the right one that is. When buying an area rug for a child’s bedroom, you will want to consider their likes and tastes. After all, they are the ones who are going to have to live with the piece on a regular basis. For this reason, you should consider buying a kid area rug that will really excite them. This could be anything from a rug that depicts their favorite sport to a rug that is their favorite color. Anything that they will like is something that you will want to consider.
3. An area rug will give your children a place to play. Once again, your primary flooring may not be ideal for a play area. But if you purchase a kid area rug, you can get around this in no time at all. Even though the kid area rug is not going to be big enough to cover the entire floor, you should remember that your child does not need tons of space. As long as they have enough room to sit and play on the kid area rug, they should be perfectly content.
As you can see, there are many benefits of adding a kid area rug to your home. If your child’s bedroom needs some help in this area, look into what a kid area rug has to offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
I have a large, persian rug. Somebody came to clean it and ended up ruining it! help?
This was last year. Some guy came to clean our carpet and fucking ruined it (sorry it just makes me really mad) because he was NOT qualified or knew how to clean a rug that big. I didn't know that at the time because it belongs to my mother-in-law and I thought it would be fine to clean it normally. Anyway, there's lumps under the carpet and it's gotten much worse since that year. One lump goes all the way across the carpet. The place I called said it would be like 400$ to flatten it. He mentioned that once I give him the exact measurments he can probably talk to the company who deals with cleaning and flattening these types of large rugs about giving me a discount because I am a student and there is no wayyyy I can pay 400$ for that. Just because they have to use a special machine? wtf. anyway, are there any other options? going to school, work, balancing responsibilities make me have no time to spend a whole day TRYING to flatten it by myself. The rug is way to big to iron it and it's too thick, an iron would be helpess against it. Does anybody have any tips or suggestions?-
ANSWER:
It sounds like you need to have your carpet blocked, process by which the rug is dampened and then slowly stretched to remove any buckles and wrinkles. It sounds like the guy that gave you a 0 quote outsources the work to another company (and therefore taking a cut), so I would perhaps continue looking for a company that will do the work themselves on their own premises. If you are in the DC area, look us up. We may be able to help.
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QUESTION:
My large Persian carpet needs to be cleaned. What's a good place to get this done ?
I have had a large Persian rug for a long time. I just moved and want to put it in my room but it needs to be shampooed or cleaned or something! Where is a good and affordable place to get this done? Any suggestions?-
ANSWER:
Your phone book will list all the carpet cleaners in your area. Just decide if you want it done in place or taken to them.
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QUESTION:
Cleaning white fringe on Persian rug?
Hi there - anybody have a good way to clean the white fringe on a large Persian rug? I hate to send it out as it does not appear soiled anywhere else. Just normal use has made soiled looking areas on the fringe itself. My concern is to keep the fringe looking as new as possible withough shredding the fibres or anything. Thanks for any help.-
ANSWER:
Cleaning Rug Fringes
Cellulosic browning and dye bleeding can be avoided by using the right cleaning techniques. Browning and dye bleeding occur while the fringe is wet and one solution is to rapidly dry the fringes after cleaning. This can be done with blowers, or in extreme cases a hairdryer. In addition to rapid drying, a low moisture cleaning technique such as a dry foam shampoo can be used to minimise drying times. An example rug fringe fibre damage and loss.Cleaning rug fringes using a dry foam.
Fringe Cleaning Chemicals
In order to minimise the risk of browning during the cleaning process, acidic cleaning agents are preferred while cleaning rug fringes. An alternative approach is to use mild alkalis, followed by an acidic rinse to ensure the pH of the rug fringe is below 7 during drying.
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QUESTION:
Where can I find a list of potential buyers for a very large, extremely valuable, 500 year old Persian rug?
Looking for direct buyers. Where can I best notify potential buyers?
Looking for direct buyers. I'm located in Arizona, USA and will sell and ship internationally. Where can I best notify potential buyers?-
ANSWER:
EbayI wouldn't bother with craigslist- I don't think people go on there to search for valuable antiques. even though you want to sell it direct, you should still consult with sotheby's or christies and see what the big auction houses have to say. They do have the clientele, but you have to be willing to pay the commission. Talk to your accountant. The commission may be tax deductible if you have to pay capital gains on the sale of your rug.
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QUESTION:
IS IT OK TO PUT A SOLID COLOR (SUCH AS JUTE) RUG OVER A RM-SIZE PERSIAN RUG FOR THE SUMMER TO LIGHTEN THE LOOK?
I have a large Persian rug in my family room. The rug has a lot of color (predominantly red) and a lot of pattern. It is fine for the winter months, but I would like something simpler and more relaxed for the hot summer months. Would this look tacky?-
ANSWER:
You could; however if you have to move furniture to place the new area rug on top of the Persian rug, why not consider rolling the Persian and storing it in the spring (and vice verse for the Jute in the fall).
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Throw Rug
Throw Rugs: Affordable And Beneficial For Your Home
Throw rugs: what more can you say about them? There are so many benefits of throw rugs that you could go on forever talking about them. But with that being said, there are still some people who do not have any of these in their home; and that is fine. When it comes down to it, there are some people who think that these do not fit in with what they are trying to accomplish on the inside of their home. But guess what? Until you look into what throw rugs have to offer, you will never really know what they could do for you.
The first thing that you need to consider is the affordability that surrounds the majority of the throw rugs on the market today. When it comes to saving money, while also keeping your floors looking good, this is one option that you probably want to look into. For instance, take the time to compare the cost of a couple throw rugs to the cost of getting wall to wall carpet. You will find out soon enough that you could save hundreds, maybe even thousands, by deciding to use throw rugs. And with that being said, you should know that they are far from being cheap in appearance. In fact, many people feel that adding throw rugs will give their room a much more high class look when compared to the simple use of wall to wall carpeting or hardwood floors.
Now that you are aware of the affordability, you should consider the benefits of using these. As mentioned above, when you use throw rugs you can really take the look of any room to the next level. Many people use these in family rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, hallways, basements, as well as other areas. The fact of the matter is that if you own a home, there is a good chance that you can find a place for at least one throw rug.
Additionally, throw rugs are a great way to protect the floors in your home. Is a certain area of your wall to wall carpeting wearing down? Maybe the area where the carpet leads to the outside? If so, you can buy an accent throw rug to put in that spot. Not only will this help to cover up the spot that has been damaged, but it will also go a long way in preventing future problems.
Finally, since throw rugs come in different sizes, styles, and colors, you will be able to find the perfect option for your home. There is no reason to think that you will not be able to find a throw rug that suits your home. Remember, there are both land based and online stores that sell hundreds of different types of throw rugs. This will allow you to find the one that is perfect.
Overall, throw rugs are affordable and offer many benefits to you and your home. If for any reason you think that a throw rug is right for you, look into buying one today. With a large selection, as well as prices that anybody can afford, there is no reason to pass these by for any longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
Where should I go to get my throw rug cleaned?
I have a 4x6 or a 3x5 (not sure) woven throw rug from Crate and Barrel, where should I go to get it cleaned? the dry cleaners or do I have to bring it to a rug cleaning place?-
ANSWER:
Depending on where your live your dry cleaner may have a pick-up/drop off service... If the rugs are small enough which they seem to be you may be better off renting a steam cleaner from the grocery store or drug store and doing it yourself. I'm in Ohio and I can rent a steam cleaner (rug doctor), for and buy the solution.. Which will last for many more cleanings.... Good luck
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QUESTION:
What is the best way to clean a throw rug?
I just moved into a new house and the previous tennants left behind a pretty grey throw rug. But it's dirty and smells awful, like dogs or something. I don't have anything against dogs, having two myself, but how to clean the carpet and get the smell out?
Sorry....carpet like throw rug not the carpet itself!-
ANSWER:
Buy a can of foaming carpet spray. Spray the carpet and scrub with a damp mop. Once dry sprinkle with some carpet fresh and vacuum. If possible hang outside to air dry.=)
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QUESTION:
Throw rug on top of existing carpet?
I am trying to prolong/save my carpet from wear marks. I am thinking of putting a throw rug over the high traffic area. The throw has a rubber back.
Will this cause more harm to the carpet then good?-
ANSWER:
Is it like a runner? Yes, it will save wear and tear on the carpet. If you have children or pets, accidents or spills may eventually bleed through the rubber back. That is when damage could occur to the carpeting.We have put rugs over carpeting for years. Sometimes, it is to protect; other times to cover over a stain or problem area.
IF the rubber backing deteriorates from washing or cleaning, then replace it.
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QUESTION:
How to remove stain from linoleum (light color) caused from a red throw rug?
Red stain caused by red throw rug bleeding onto light-colored linoleum.
I have tried peroxide and baking soda but it didn't completely remove
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ANSWER:
Clorox clean up -its got enough bleach in it to thoroughly remove all the transferred red dye but not too much that it will effect the finish of your linoleum
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QUESTION:
I need to find throw rug that works on carpet. Where do I buy it?
I keep falling on my throw rugs. They do not stay flat. They move even when I put heavy items on them. I have put backing on some that is suppose to keep them from slipping on floors and carpets, but they still slip. What type of throw rug will work the best? Specific brand and type of store will also be helpful. I have searched everywhere.-
ANSWER:
Hi, A proper rug pad should prevent this. They are made to go on carpets or for hard surfaces.Make sure the pad you had was for carpet A rug pad also extends the life of your rug. Hope this helps.
http://www.arearugscarpet.com/oriental-rug-padding.html
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Oriental Rug Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning New York | Steam Clean Rugs
Carpet cleaning is a crucial a part of keeping your home clean and contemporary, and therefore the method of cleaning your carpet are a few things that each house owner can ought to take care of at it slow or another. Organic carpet cleaners whereas there are do-it-yourself cleaning ways on the market, there'll come back a time when skilled carpet cleaning is important. Hiring knowledgeable could also be the safest, fastest, and best possibility. Finding a decent the big apple carpet cleaning service isn't forever a simple factor to try to. You would like skilled service that may cause you to as proud of your carpets as you were once they were put in. Carpet Care by Oriental rug categorical could be a skilled highly revered native carpet cleaning company servicing the big apple metro space. we have a tendency to are premier carpet, rug and fabric cleaning consultants with over fifteen years of skilled expertise behind us. we all know that having skilled, dedicated and authorized carpet cleaners are the foremost necessary factors our purchasers space rug cleaners are yearning for in an exceedingly the big apple carpet cleaning company. We offer you with skilled carpet cleaning service while not all the gimmicks.
The carpet cleaning NYC and conjointly the Rug Cleaning NY is additionally favored as a result of the supply lots of amenities. Weekly cleansing, or distinctive cleansing at specific things, or cleansing to urge rid of correct stains, all are their numerous procedures that they provide. Upholstery Cleaning NY refurnishing one area will price a whole lot or thousands of your hard-earned greenbacks. Instead, simply raise yourself Do i actually would like new furniture, or do I simply would like it cleaned? Our San Diego Carpet Cleaning NY Service is capable of rescuing and restoring your existing furniture to a spanking new look and feel, saving you money!
Also, our upholstery cleaning service in the big apple can create your upholstery things last even longer thus you wont be forced to contemplate refurnishing your rooms for an awfully long-standing. Our skilled Upholstery cleaning ny techniques can get rid of the contaminants that weaken your homes furniture over time things like cigarette and cigar smoke, dead skin cells, drinking fluids, dust, dust mites, food grease, pet dander and alternative pollutants. And our skilled the big apple Carpet Cleaners New York can do all of this whereas taking into thought your furniture's age, cloth and color fastness, providing you with the best quality personalized answer.
Our upholstery cleaning team in the big apple can even treats a large sort of couches, love seats and chairs and that we treat a large sort of materials moreover, as well as leather! We have a tendency to are skilled cleaners and that we knowledge to handle it all. When it involves stain removal, our experienced sofa cleaning team of latest York applies our hot water extraction system that not solely cleans, however refreshes moreover. When weve finished, our the big apple cleaning team helps you defend your furniture from future stains with Scotch Guard protection and a plastic slip cowl if you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
Has anyone ever cleaned an oriental rug themselves? I have called many rug cleaning places.?
I get my oriental rugs on sale or at antique shows so they don't cost all that much. Most of the places I call will charge almost as much to clean it as it did for me to purchase it. I found this website how to do it yourself and I kind of did that but with a power washer not a hose, pretty much the same idea. heres the site:http://www.ehow.com/how_2069546_clean-oriental-rug.html
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ANSWER:
GeneralRegular intensive care of a hand-made carpet maintains its fine features through time. Hand-made carpets need regular care and maintenance.
You should, therefore, take advantage of a sunny day to clean your carpets: make sure you are properly equipped and get going!
The usual way to clean hand-made carpets is to use white vinegar.
This makes colours brighter and disinfects the carpet. It is a simple task and can be undertaken at home.However, deep cleaning should be left to the experts and should take place every 4-5 years.
The Service Department of our company not only washes and maintains your carpets, but also provides carpet mending services.
NNUAL MAINTENANCE
Dust collected on the surface of a hand-made carpet may affect its longevity. It is, therefore, necessary to clean the carpet once a year following the instructions below:
WOOLEN CARPETS
Using a special carpet-beater lightly beat the carpet on its underside, so that the dust shifts from the warp to the grain surface.
Prepare a solution of a neutral pH detergent for very sensitive clothes; dilute one tablespoon of the detergent in 5 litres of lukewarm water. Soak a white cloth in the solution and rub a corner of the carpet.
If the colours run, contact us.If the colours do not run: Brush the carpet using a soft brush soaked in the solution. Rinse with clean water. Make sure you leave no detergent traces on the carpet. Make sure you do not soak the carpet base (warp). If the carpet becomes too wet, dry its underside using a hair dryer.
SILK CARPETS
Shake the dust out.
Prepare a solution of one part of white vinegar in three parts of water. Soak a piece of soft clean leather in the solution and wring it thoroughly. Keeping the carpet absolutely flat and lightly rub its surface with the piece of leather; always use light strokes in the direction of the grain. Dry the carpet surface using a hair dryer. Finally, lightly rub the carpet using a piece of dry leather.
USE THE WHITE CLOTH TEST TO CHECK THAT CARPET COLOURS DO NOT RUN.STORING YOUR CARPETS
* Roll the carpet in the direction of the grain.
* Place it in a linen or cotton bag.
* It is necessary to place camphor or moth balls in the bag, wrapped in a cloth.
* Never store your carpets in plastic bags because they cannot ‘breathe’.TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION AGAINST STAINS
WOOLEN CARPETS
Remove stains with absorbent tissue paper and then apply the materials listed below using a clean cloth; always start from the edge to the centre of the stain following the direction of the grain.
USE THE WHITE CLOTH TEST FIRST.
Never wet the carpet more than necessary.
After cleaning it, dry the carpet using a hair dryer.SILK CARPETS
Wipe the stain well using an absorbent cloth.
Rub the stained spot in the direction of the grain using a piece of clean, soft natural leather, soaked in a solution of white vinegar (one part vinegar in three parts of cold water) and wrung thoroughly.
Dry the cleaned carpet using a hair dryer and finish by ‘polishing’ its surface with a piece of clean dry leather; always follow the direction of the grain. Before attempting to remove the stain, USE THE WHITE CLOTH TEST.TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION AGAINST STAINS
STAINS CLEANING WOOLEN CARPETS
BEER DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
CHLORINE DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
BLOOD DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
BUTTER GASOLINE
BOILED SWEET/CANDY DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGARΉ OR SCRAPE AND VACUUM CLEAN
CHEWING GUMDETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
CHOCOLATEDETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
COFFEE GLYCERIN
COSMETICS DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
EGG DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
FRUIT AND JUICES DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
FURNITURE VARNISH DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
GLUE ETHANOLFAT
DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
GREASE GASOLINEOR SCRAPE AND VACUUM CLEAN
ICE CREAM DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
IODINE ETHANOL
MEDICINES CALL CARPET CLEANER
METAL VARNISH DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
MILK DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
MUD DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
MUSTARD DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR
NAIL POLISH NAIL POLISH REMOVER
OILS GASOLINE
PAINT DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
PERFUME DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
RUST CALL CARPET CLEANER
SAUCE DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE
SHOE POLISH DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR OR GASOLINE OR SCRAPE AND VACUUM CLEAN
SOFT DRINKS DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGARΙ
TAR DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGAR Ή ΒΕΝΖΙΝΗ
TEA DETERGENT / WHITE VINEGARΙ
FLOOR POLISHGASOLINE OR SCRAPE AND VACUUM CLEAN
IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFIED WITH THE RESULT,
CONTACT A SPECIALISED CARPET CLEANER.
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QUESTION:
Need cleaning tips for stainless steel appliances and an oriental rug?
Okay, so that's 2 questions in one. Don't hold it against me. Instead, please suggest a cleaner (or a home-made recipe/solution) for cleaning and shining stainless steel small appliances (coffee maker, panini maker, barmen's toolset, and some others) and for how to get set-in stains out of a small oriental rug. Don't know the composition of the stains; they've been there for awhile. They are on a white-ish background. Thanks!-
ANSWER:
No idea about the rug, but a company called simple human makes a cloth that you can use with just water to shine up/clean all your stainless steel appliances. There aren't any chemicals involved! You can also use a small bit of olive oil to a cloth and use that to clean and shine them, then wipe with a clean dry cloth. Weird, but it works.I have a small steam cleaner for my rugs that works pretty well. I'd try one of the oxy type cleaners.
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QUESTION:
how to wash clean a oriental rug?
I have an oriental rug which I scubbed clean with soap and water ---is this the correct way. I left rug outside to dry.-
ANSWER:
yes this will work, lay it out on a driveway in the hot sun to dry.
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QUESTION:
What rug cleaner can I use to clean delicate and/or antique/oriental rugs?
I wouldn't want a commercial chemical cleaner on these rugs, such as the ones you spray and vacuum...OR are they OK to use?-
ANSWER:
Professional cleaning: If you live in area that you do have access to Oriental Rug dealers let them wash your rug.
They should charge you anywhere from - per Square feet for the cleaning fee...You can check the website listed below....They give info on self cleaning.......
Having cleaned mine myself decided to have it done professionally the next time....It is not an easy job.
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QUESTION:
cost of getting your oriental rug cleaned?
We have a 5x8 oriental rug that needs cleaning.
i've looked online and i know it might be hard to get a quote but
does anyone have any experience in this department?
like, how much should it end up costing???
it has a deep and wide pee mark from my basset and a soda "stain" in the opposite corner.
also... i am in the CENTRAL NEW JERSEY area.
if anyone has any prices and places to suggest, i'd totally appreciate it !
i don't want to go about this myself.. i want a professional to do it.
just want to add.... yes, it's a silk rug. hand woven.
oh, and the "stains" are not visual. they are soaked in and smelly, except i cleaned them the best i can but want it professionally cleaned, of course-
ANSWER:
A standard cleaning generally costs roughly - per square foot depending on your area. Soda and urine are both stains that may not come out with a standard cleaning, and they may require some dye work to get the stains out, however in most cases, you cannot get an estimate on dye work until the rug has been cleaned because you never know, those stains might just come out! Dye work on stains can run -100 depending on the sizes of the stain and color of your rug. If your rug has a significant odor, you may be looking at as much as -4 per square foot for cleaning, as some rug cleaners have a different soaking process that is done to rugs with animal odors. The prices I've quoted you are for rugs made of wool. Silk is a different ball game, so if that is what you have, I'd definitely call around. I hope the information is helpful. Best of luck!
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