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Notes on rug repair, cleaning, and restoration.
Practical guidance from the washing table, written for owners in New York deciding what their rug or carpet actually needs.
Restoration · · 7 min read
Antique rug restoration steps, from intake to return
What actually happens between the day a rug leaves your floor and the day it comes back: seven stages, in the order a conservator works them.
By The Megerian family
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Carpet care · · 6 min read
How to clean a wall-to-wall carpet without ruining it
Vacuuming, blotting, extraction, and drying, the routine that keeps fitted carpet looking new, and the three mistakes that wear it out early.
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Choosing a shop · · 5 min read
Searching for rug repair near me? What to ask before you hand it over
Not every shop that says rug repair does the work in house. Six questions that separate a conservator's studio from a drop-off counter.
By The Megerian family
Read the guideCleaning · · 6 min read
How much does oriental rug cleaning cost in NYC and Long Island?
Rug cleaning prices are almost always quoted by the square foot, but that figure hides a lot. Here is what drives it up, and what a suspiciously cheap quote usually leaves out.
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Read the guideRestoration · · 6 min read
Is your antique rug worth restoring? A conservator's checklist
Not every worn rug should be restored, and not every restoration needs to be extensive. Here is how to think through the decision before committing to work.
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Read the guideCarpet care · · 5 min read
Moth damage in rugs: early signs and what to do this week
Moth damage is far cheaper to fix when it is caught early. Here are the signs to check for this week, and what to avoid doing once you spot them.
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Read the guideCarpet care · · 6 min read
Rug got wet? The first 48 hours
What you do in the first two days after a rug gets wet decides whether it needs a simple dry-out or a full restoration. Here is the order of operations.
By The Megerian family
Read the guideRestoration · · 6 min read
Restoration vs conservation vs repair: what each word means
These three words get used interchangeably, but they describe different goals and different amounts of intervention. Knowing the difference helps you ask better questions.
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Read the guideCarpet care · · 5 min read
How to store an oriental rug for a move or renovation
Storing a rug the wrong way for even a few months can invite moths or mildew. Here is how to do it correctly, whether it is going into storage for weeks or years.
By The Megerian family
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