Older dyes considered
Cleaning is planned around age, wear and the rug's likely colour stability.
Fringe attention
Detailed fringe work helps improve finish on older and delicate rugs.
Low hassle logistics
Free home collection removes the strain of moving an heirloom rug yourself.
Protecting the character of an antique rug
An antique rug often carries more than dust and wear. It may hold family history, older dyes, delicate foundation threads and fringes that need patient attention. At Absolutely Fabulous Persian & Oriental Rug Cleaning, we focus on antique, Persian, Oriental and silk rugs that should not be treated like ordinary fitted carpets. In Reading, our white glove collection and return makes expert care easier to arrange without dragging a precious rug across the house or into a car boot. Each rug is cleaned at our dedicated facility by appointment, where we can inspect condition carefully and choose the right route for its age and construction.
Assessment and finishing matter as much as washing
With Absolutely Fabulous Persian & Oriental Rug Cleaning, antique rugs are checked for wear, edge condition, fringe issues and likely colour sensitivity before cleaning starts. Suitable rugs can then go through deeper washing and controlled drying, helping reduce the risk of slow dry odours, colour movement and fringe yellowing. Fringe work often takes real time on older rugs, but it makes a visible difference to the final appearance. Our accreditations include The Woolsafe Organisation, TrustMark and The Association of Rug Care Specialists. At Absolutely Fabulous Persian & Oriental Rug Cleaning we return each piece with careful unrolling and re-positioning back in your home.
Frequently asked questions
Can you clean fragile antique rugs?
Yes, we regularly clean antique rugs, but we do not treat every one in exactly the same way. We first consider wear, fibre condition, fringes and likely dye sensitivity, then choose the method that gives the safest route to improvement for that particular rug.
Do antique rugs always need a full wash?
Not always. The best approach depends on the rug's condition, construction and what it needs to remove. Some rugs benefit from deep washing, while others need a more cautious route. Assessment is an important part of protecting an older piece from unnecessary risk.
Can you help if the fringes look very dirty?
Yes, fringe work is a key part of antique rug cleaning and can take time in its own right. Heavy soil often gathers in fringe areas, and careful cleaning there can improve the look of the whole rug without ignoring the delicate parts that frame it.