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Rug Books (A few of my favorites)
A common question I am asked, by both rug cleaners and rug enthusiasts, is: “What are some good rug books...
What Is Protector
Protector is a coating that is applied to clean rugs and textiles. This coating helps prevent permanent staining and makes...
Viscose Rugs – Artificial or Art Silk
Many rugs marketed today as silk, are in fact artificial silk rugs made of viscose fibers. Rugs made of viscose...
Understanding White Knots in Your Rugs
Many rug owners and actually quite a few cleaners, are unaware that many rugs marked 100% wool on the label...
Understanding Tufted Rugs
In this short video we'll talk about tufted rugs. You'll learn what they are, how they are made and you'll...
Understanding Tea-Washed Rugs
Tea washed rugs are very common in today's marketplace. Tea washing gives rugs a an antique sepia tone effect. ...
Understanding Abrash in Your Rugs
One of the things that makes hand woven rugs so beautiful is the visual texture of the rug. Part of...
Protect Your Rugs From Pet Urine Damage
Accidents Happens. Even the most well trained pet can have an accident in the home due to any number of...
Protect Your Rugs From Moths and Bugs
In this short video we'll answer the question "how can you protect your rugs from moths and bugs?" Protecting your...