Rugs are precious additions to each room in
your home. They’re both functional and aesthetic. Aside from giving the room a
cozier feel, rugs can also give the room a pop of color.
But just as pretty as they are, rugs can be
very delicate. This is especially true for oriental rugs and other antique
rugs. If mishandled, it can spell a disaster. So when your rugs get heavy
stains, or when it’s time to deep clean them, you have to think well before
taking action. Choose the right cleaning methods and the right professionals to
do the cleaning for you.
Finding a good rug cleaning company is
quite a challenge. There are only a handful who are actually rug cleaning
professionals. All the rest are generalists. So it can be difficult to screen
your options. But to make sure that you get the best service, here are some
tips that might help you out:
Tip no. 1
Check the stain. It is important for you to
be aware of the type of cleaning that your rug will need. If there are stains,
note of the possible causes and how severe they are. This is important
information which you’ll need when you already make deals with the cleaning
service later on.
Tip no. 2
Set aside a budget for it. In order to
prevent you from spending more than what’s within your means, it is important
to allot a specific amount ahead of time.
Tip no. 3
Once you’re done with the preceding tips,
you can move on to searching for professionals. You can start off through the
internet. Some companies do advertise online and can even give you an initial
quote as to how much you can spend and the type of services they offer.
Tip no. 4
Consider your friends’ advices. If you have
friends who are also fans of rugs as home decors then they can probably give
you a recommendation as to which company near your area offers good service.
Tip no. 5
Choose a specialist. As much as possible
you have to choose one that really specializes in rug cleaning or that focuses
on it. For lack of better options, some people go for general cleaners who
might not actually know how to handle rugs, especially the antique ones. So it
is best to find one that actually specializes on rugs.