Job completed for Braided Rug Cleaning and Repair

Completion date: December 22, 2025

Location: Valatie, NY

Why did the customer contact us?

This is a finely braided rug. Rugs that are braided need to be cleaned and repaired in a very different way than other rugs with warp and weft. Due to the slits within the braids, when repairing a braided rug, one must be careful to not cause a gap in the weave of the rug.

Solutions provided:

Jafri Oriental Rug restoraiton will do the following:

1. Inspection & Fiber Testing

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  Identify fiber type (wool, cotton, jute) requiring a specific wash

  
  



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  Inspect stains, odors, wear, loose braids, or damage requiring a complete deodorization

  Determine whether the rug is hand-braided or machine-made

  
  

2. Dry Soil Removal (Very Important)

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  Rug is thoroughly vacuumed on both sides prior to cleaning

  
  


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  A thorough dusting process is performed on the rug to suck out all dust and dirt

  
  


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  This removes grit trapped deep in the braids, which prevents damage during washing

  
  

3. Pre-Treatment

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  Spots and stains are treated individually

  
  


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  Wool-safe, pH-balanced cleaners are used

  
  


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  Heavy traffic areas may receive gentle agitation with soft brushes

  
  

4. Controlled Washing

Method depends on fiber:

Wool or Cotton Braided Rugs

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  Washed flat in a tub of cold water and solution

  
  


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  Cool to lukewarm water only

  
  



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  Gentle hand or machine agitation (never harsh scrubbing)

  
  

Synthetic Braided Rugs

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  May be washed more aggressively

  
  


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  Often cleaned with low-moisture or immersion washing

  
  

Hot water and strong chemicals are avoided to prevent:

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  Shrinkage

  
  


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  Dye bleeding

  
  


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  Distortion of the braids

  
  

5. Rinsing

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  Thorough rinse to remove all soap residue

  
  


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  Proper rinsing is critical so dirt doesn’t reattach later

  
  

6. Water Extraction

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  Excess water removed using:

  
  
  
  
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    Rug centrifuge (wringer)

    
    
  
  
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    Compression rollers

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  This prevents stretching and speeds drying

  
  

7. Drying

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  Rugs are dried flat or hung with proper support

  
  


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  Temperature- and humidity-controlled room

  
  


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  Air movers used, not high heat

  
  

8. Grooming & Finishing

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  Braids are reshaped and aligned

  
  


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  Fringe (if any) is straightened

  
  


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  Final inspection for remaining spots or odors

  
  

9. Additional Treatments

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  Odor neutralization

  
  


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  Moth proofing

  
  

Why Professional Cleaning Matters for Braided Rugs

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  Prevents shrinkage and warping

  
  


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  Avoids color bleed

  
  


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  Extends rug lifespan

  
  


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  Preserves the braided structure

  
  

If you want, I can also explain:

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  How often braided rugs should be professionally cleaned

  
  


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  Differences between DIY vs professional cleaning

  
  


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  What questions to ask a rug cleaner before hiring