Posted on February 14, 2017 by Behnam Rugs

Why You Should Never Dry Clean Your Rug

When you have a delicate, valuable piece of clothing, you usually get it dry cleaned. That same concept applies to rugs as well, right? Wrong! Dry cleaning your rug is absolutely not a good idea. Read on to discover why that is.

Persian rugs are delicate and made from fine, natural fibers like silk, cotton, and wool. “But so is my wool suit! Why can’t I just dry clean my rug, too?” you may be thinking. Although dry cleaning your clothing is all well and good, your rugs should never be cleaned with dry cleaning fluid.

Because of the way rugs are made, the chemical compounds will “stick” to your rug, so to speak, and your rug will likely never feel as soft or be as durable as it was before dry cleaning. Carpet cleaning companies often leave a soapy residue behind that takes away the sheen and is the reason behind the lack of softness and durability.

So, how do you actually wash a Persian rug? The good, old-fashioned way, of course! You wash a Persian rug with water and natural solutions. Persian rugs have been washed this way for thousands of years- for good reason, too. A Persian rug that receives a proper, natural washing can stay clean, soft, and stable for years.

At Behnam Rugs, we only use the safest of organic shampoos and conditioners, do all the cleaning by hand with no machines, and return your rug invigorated and ready for display.

If you’d like to learn more information about traditional Persian rug washing, or if you have any questions regarding Persian rugs in general, please call us at 972-733-0400. We would love to answer any questions that you may have.