Expert Care for Your Most Precious Rugs
Hand-woven rugs deserve hand-selected cleaning methods.
Persian, Oriental, and hand-woven rugs are works of art — often passed down through generations or acquired at significant expense. They require a completely different approach to standard carpet cleaning. At JHB Curtain Cleaning, we understand the construction, dyes, and fibres of these specialist pieces and apply cleaning methods that preserve their beauty, colour, and value.
Why Hand-Woven Rugs Need Specialist Care
Machine-made carpets can withstand aggressive cleaning methods. Hand-woven rugs cannot. The dyes in Persian and Oriental rugs can bleed if exposed to the wrong chemicals or excessive moisture. The natural fibres — wool, silk, cotton — each require specific pH-balanced treatments. The hand-knotted construction can be damaged by heavy equipment.
That's why our rug care process begins with dye stability testing — we apply a tiny amount of cleaning solution to an inconspicuous area and check for colour movement before we begin. Only when we've confirmed the dyes are stable do we proceed with cleaning.
What's Included
Dye stability testing
Every rug is tested for colourfastness before any cleaning begins. We never skip this step.
Specialist cleaning methods
pH-balanced, fibre-specific solutions matched to wool, silk, cotton, and blended constructions.
On-site or collection service
Choose the option that suits you — we can clean smaller rugs on-site or arrange collection for larger pieces.
Expert handling
Our technicians are trained specifically in the care of hand-woven and antique rugs.
6-step specialist process
A meticulous, multi-stage process designed for the unique needs of valuable rugs.
Our Process
Rug Assessment
Identify construction type, fibre content, and any existing damage or wear patterns.
Dye Stability Test
Apply test solution to inconspicuous area and check for colour movement.
Dust Extraction
Specialist vibration equipment removes deep-set dust and grit from the rug foundation.
Gentle Cleaning
pH-balanced, fibre-specific solutions applied by hand for thorough yet gentle cleaning.
Rinse & Moisture Extraction
Thorough rinse with controlled water extraction to remove all cleaning residue.
Drying & Final Inspection
Flat drying to maintain shape, followed by Stephen's personal inspection of every rug.
Common Questions
What We Handle
| Rug Type | Construction |
|---|---|
Persian rugs | Hand-knotted wool |
Oriental rugs | Hand-knotted silk |
Turkish kilims | Flat-woven wool |
Moroccan rugs | Hand-knotted wool/cotton |
Indian dhurries | Flat-woven cotton |
Caucasian rugs | Hand-knotted wool |
Chinese art deco | Hand-knotted silk/wool |
Berber rugs | Hand-knotted wool |
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Your Rugs Deserve Expert Care
Book your free rug assessment today. We'll evaluate your rug and recommend the best treatment approach.