AREA Rug FRINGE Cleaning
SOUTH BEACH AREA RUG FRINGE CLEANING
Area rugs are often at greater risk of damage simply because they are in high-traffic areas. They are well-made workhorses that protect your flooring from damage – and that means they must hold up to significant daily use. While stains and spills are common, we also get frequent calls asking if we can treat fringe damage. Our customers often find that their rug’s fringes get dirty or tangled, leaving an unsightly mess on an otherwise beautiful carpet. The short answer is yes, we can treat fringe damage. First, though, it is important to know what a fringe is, how to prevent damage, and what we can do when treating it.
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Area Rug Fringe Cleaning In SOUTH BEACH, fl
On handwoven rugs, fringes are a key piece of the carpet. They are essentially the edges that are left over from the strands that created your rug’s pattern. They are not glued or sewn on after the fact as decoration. Rather, they run the length of your rug, connecting it from end to end. Although they are delicate, they are vital to the design and shape of your rug.
Fringes naturally accumulate dirt and grime faster than other areas of a rug, and it’s natural for fringes to lose their luster faster than other areas of your handwoven rug. The other significant risk happens when fringes become tangled. A quick Google search will turn up at-home cleaning suggestions. However, we have seen serious damage from well-intentioned but poorly informed home cleaning attempts.
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If you’ve invested in a hand woven rug, it’s best to trust a professional to handle your fringe cleaning and repair for three reasons:
- Handwoven rugs need special treatment. No two rugs are alike. Handwoven rugs need a special cleaning solution that is customized to care for the fabric, and these products are typically not available to the general public. The at home solution that would work on a mass-produced cotton area rug may damage a handwoven camel hair or wool rug.
- Fringes need hands-off treatment. The more you handle a rug’s fringe, the more fragile the fibers become, risking irreparable damage. Our professionals are trained in fringe repair. They have special tools to handle and clean your fringe without causing damage or compromising the fibers.
- Fringes affect the rest of your rug. Lower quality rugs typically have fringes added at the end of production. They can be removed or replaced as needed. However, handwoven pieces are different. The fringe it attached to the rest of the woven fabric. If it starts to unravel, your entire rug is at risk.
This is why it’s best to leave fringe cleaning to the experts. Our technicians have more than 30 years of experience and training. No two rugs are alike, so we never make assumptions about cleanings until we’ve had a chance to examine your rug and speak to you. We’ll take into account your rug’s size, fabric, weaving style, fringe condition, and cleaning and repair history. From there, we will create a customized plan and quote unique to your rug’s needs. Our treatment plan will include cleaning, spot treatment, fringe repair, and other repairs if needed. If your fringes are lacking their original luster, give us a call. We can help clean your rug’s fringe so that your rug remains beautiful and intact for years to come.
