Fiber Specialties provides expert Persian rug cleaning in Boise, hand-washed by two Certified Master Rug Cleaners with free pickup and delivery. We full-immersion wash hand-knotted Persian rugs with pH-correct, color-safe methods that protect natural dyes, silk and wool pile, and the foundation. Call (208) 272-9705 to schedule.
Certifications and service details current for 2026.
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What makes Persian rug cleaning different?
A Persian rug is hand-knotted, often with a fine knot count and wool or silk pile colored with natural dyes. Those qualities make it beautiful and also make it easy to damage with the wrong cleaning. Heat, harsh detergent, and heavy agitation can bleed the dyes, dull the silk, and stiffen the foundation. Fiber Specialties cleans each Persian rug by hand, matched to its fiber and dye, so the rug comes back bright without losing its color, sheen, or shape.
How should a Persian rug be cleaned?
A fine Persian rug should be full-immersion hand-washed by a specialist, never steam-cleaned on the floor. We start by dusting out the deep grit, then test the dyes for stability. We hand-wash the rug with pH-correct, color-safe solutions, rinse until the water runs clear, balance the pH, and dry it flat in a controlled room. A final groom sets the pile so the pattern reads the way the weaver intended.
The Fiber Specialties standard
We don’t just clean rugs. We preserve heirlooms, every piece full-immersion hand-washed by Certified Master Rug Cleaners.
Will cleaning fade my Persian rug’s colors?
No. Done correctly, cleaning brings color back rather than fading it. Years of embedded grit are what make a rug look dull, and flushing that grit out reveals the original colors. We test dye stability before washing and use color-safe, pH-correct solutions, so the reds, indigos, and golds stay put. The rug that comes back looks closer to the day it was woven.
Why not use a carpet cleaner on a Persian rug?
A carpet machine cleans only the surface, cannot rinse the foundation, and leaves moisture against the backing. On a hand-knotted Persian rug that means real risk: dye bleed, shrinkage, a crushed pile, and dry rot in the foundation. There is also no colorfast test, so a natural dye can run the first time it gets wet. Full-immersion washing at a facility, with dye testing first, is the safe method for any Persian rug.
| Concern | Carpet cleaner (in-home) | Persian rug specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Natural dyes | Untested; may bleed | Dye stability tested first |
| Silk pile | Can dull or crush | Gentle, fiber-matched wash |
| Foundation | Grit and moisture remain | Flushed and dried flat |
| Result | Surface-clean at best | Deep-clean, colors restored |
Can you clean antique and silk Persian rugs?
Yes. Older Persian rugs may have fragile foundations, and silk needs an especially gentle hand. We test the dyes and structure before any water touches the rug, then choose a conservation-safe method for delicate pieces, with a written plan you approve first. For a silk-heavy or badly worn rug, see our antique & silk rug cleaning page.
Can you remove pet odor from a Persian rug?
Yes. Because we submerge and wash the whole rug, we flush pet urine out of the foundation rather than masking it. Fresh urine is acidic and turns alkaline as it ages, where it can damage natural fibers and set a stain, so treat it sooner rather than later. See rug odor & pet stain removal for how the decontamination bath works.
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Frequently asked questions
How should a Persian rug be cleaned?
A fine Persian rug should be full-immersion hand-washed by a specialist, not steam-cleaned on the floor. Fiber Specialties dusts, tests for colorfastness, then hand-washes with pH-correct solutions and dries flat in a controlled environment to protect the knots and natural dyes.
How much does Persian rug cleaning cost in Boise?
Persian rug cleaning is priced by the square foot and varies with size, fiber, and condition. Silk and finely knotted pieces cost more. Fiber Specialties inspects your rug and provides a firm written estimate before any cleaning begins.
Will cleaning fade my Persian rug’s colors?
No, done correctly, cleaning restores color rather than fading it. We test dye stability before washing and use color-safe, pH-correct solutions. Removing years of embedded grit actually brings a Persian rug’s original colors back to life.
Why should I not use a carpet cleaner on a Persian rug?
A carpet machine cleans only the surface, cannot rinse the foundation, and leaves moisture against the backing. On a hand-knotted Persian rug that risks dye bleed, shrinkage, a crushed pile, and dry rot. Full-immersion washing with a dye test first is the safe method.
Can you clean silk and antique Persian rugs?
Yes. Silk needs a gentle hand and older rugs may have fragile foundations. We test the dyes and structure first, then use a conservation-safe method for delicate pieces, with a written plan you approve before any cleaning begins.
How often should a Persian rug be cleaned?
Most Persian rugs benefit from professional cleaning every one to three years, and more often in high-traffic rooms or homes with pets. Between washes, vacuum gently with suction only and rotate the rug so wear and light stay even.
Do you pick up Persian rugs for cleaning in the Treasure Valley?
Yes. We offer free pickup and delivery for Persian rugs across Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, Caldwell, and Garden City, and we accept insured shipments nationwide. Just have the rug rolled and ready and we handle the rest.
Sources
Standards referenced on this page: IICRC · WoolSafe · Association of Rug Care Specialists (ARCS).
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| Service | How it is priced |
|---|---|
| Area & Oriental rug cleaning | By the square foot |
| Wool & silk rug cleaning | By the square foot |
| Carpet cleaning | By area, per visit |
| Rug repair (fringe / edge / binding) | By the job, from a written estimate |
| Fiber ProTector application | quoted per piece |
Every rug is inspected and given an exact written price before cleaning. Pricing is by the square foot or by area, with no hidden fees.
Sources & industry standards
- IICRC, the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification: the industry body whose S100/S310 standards govern professional rug and carpet cleaning.
- The WoolSafe Organisation: independent certification for wool-safe cleaning products and methods.
- The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI): the science-based trade authority for carpet and rug care.
- U.S. EPA, Carpets & Indoor Air Quality: guidance on how clean carpets and rugs support healthy indoor air.