Q: My neighbor is moving and gave me her 8-by-12-foot Persian rug. She says it needs to be cleaned. I found out it might cost $500 or more to have it professionally cleaned, and I might not even like ...

Oriental rugs create an atmosphere of upscale beauty, artistry and elegance in your home that can't be achieved with the average rug. Although these rugs set a high aesthetic standard, they also ...

Oriental is a third-generation company in business since 1911, and unlike much of their competition, they know what they're doing. Most companies use steam-cleaning equipment on Orientals and Persians ...

Ben Tavakolian of Behnam Persian and Oriental Rug Cleaning Co. shares how to keep your fine rugs in good shape. Ben Tavakolian, Behnam Persian and Oriental Rug Cleaning Co. Ben Tavakolian's family has ...

A lot of cleaners take in rugs but don’t actually perform the work themselves; instead, they send them to specialized cleaners. If possible, deal directly with the company that actually does the work.

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I have an old but valuable oriental carpet. I spilled many a bottle of wine on it when I was a teenager and some of the stains are unlikely to ever come out. In fact ABC carpet cleaned it ten years ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Stains and spills are an inevitable part of life, especially if ...

Do you know what’s lurking in your area rugs? Many are designed to hide your dirt, dust and dander, and they do a brilliant job. Part of the reason I picked the 10- by 14-foot area rug for my family ...

Pets may be your best friends, but they’re your carpet’s worst enemies (and if you have young kids, you know they’re a close second). If your children or pets are constantly dirtying up your carpet, ...