Rugs are then tested for color fastness. If the colors bleed we have to use special methods like dry cleaning or extraction to leave as least as possible water on the rug.
We check to see if there are areas on the rug more soiled or if stains on the rug. If yes we pre-treat the area.
Some stains like some pet stains may not be removed as they have permanently changed the colors of the wool.
If the rug smells and has pet odour we neutralize the odour. This will eliminate the odour.
Rugs are then washed with different methods depending on the type, age, color fastness, thickness.
In brief some methods we use include mostly complete soaking and submersion in water which is the best way to clean, dry cleaning, jet spray and extraction.
Fringes are treated separately to prevent damage.
We try-as much as possible-to dry the rugs under the sun. Sun makes the result more beautiful and gives nature's warmth to the fibre.
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