How to Remove Stains From a Rug: the Stain Wizard
Pick your stain and your rug’s fiber, and get the safe, step-by-step fix. Free, two questions, and honest about when a stain needs a professional.
Rug Care Resources & Guides
The Fiber Specialties rug care library covers cleaning costs, Oriental and Persian rug care, wool rug maintenance, pet odor removal, and rug pad selection, written by Boise’s Certified Master Rug Cleaners.
Moth Damage in Wool Rugs: Prevention and Treatment
Moth damage in a wool rug shows up as bare or thinning patches, usually in still, undisturbed areas like under furniture or…
In-Home vs. Facility Rug Cleaning: Which Is Safer?
For any fine or natural-fiber rug, facility cleaning is safer and more thorough than in-home cleaning. A facility can dust, fully submerge,…
Do I Need a Rug Pad? What a Pad Does and When to Use One
For most rugs, yes, you need a rug pad. A pad grips so the rug does not slide, cushions so foot traffic…
How to Tell If a Rug Is Wool, Silk, or Synthetic
To tell what a rug is made of, check three things: feel, sheen, and a burn test. Wool feels warm and springy…
Oriental Rug Cleaning vs. Carpet Cleaning: What’s the Difference?
Rug cleaning and carpet cleaning are not the same job. Carpet cleaning treats wall-to-wall carpet on your floor, and an Oriental rug…
How to Get Pet Urine Out of a Wool Rug
To get pet urine out of a wool rug, blot the fresh urine immediately with a white towel, rinse the spot with…
Rug Pad Technology Explained
A quality rug pad works through its materials: recycled felt for cushioning and natural rubber for grip, free of the latex and…
The Complete Rug Pad Selection Guide
The best rug pad depends on your floor. Hardwood, laminate, and vinyl need a latex- and rubber-free pad that will not react…
Rug Pad Mistakes to Avoid
The five most common rug pad mistakes are choosing the wrong size, ignoring whether the pad material is safe for your floor,…
Custom Aviation Carpets and Fabrication
Custom aviation carpet is built and restored for one specific aircraft, because a cabin faces conditions no home floor does: heavy traffic,…
Carpet Restoration Case Studies
Most rugs that look ruined are not. Across real cases, Fiber Specialties has brought back Oriental rugs dulled by years of wear,…
Aviation Carpet Repair Explained
Aviation carpet repair keeps a cabin safe and airworthy. A frayed edge or worn patch is a trip hazard in turbulence or…
Choosing the Right Area Rug for Your Space
To choose the right area rug, start with size, then material, then style. In a living room, an 8-by-10 or 9-by-12 rug…
Area Rug Restoration: What’s Actually Possible
Area rug restoration repairs and preserves worn or damaged rugs, especially antique and heirloom pieces, so they last for generations. It includes…
Area Rug Maintenance Tips That Extend Its Life
The core of area rug maintenance is short: vacuum weekly with a brushless attachment, blot spills right away instead of rubbing, rotate…
The Complete Area Rug Cleaning Guide
You can handle small spills and routine care on an area rug at home: vacuum weekly, blot spills right away with a…
Rug Care for North End Boise Historic Homes
Rugs in North End Boise’s historic homes need care that protects both delicate antique fibers and original hardwood floors. Use floor-safe rug…
Wool Rug Care Guide: Vacuuming, Spills & Cleaning
To clean a wool rug at home, vacuum both sides with suction only, blot spills with cool water, and spot-clean small marks…
How to Clean a Persian Rug Without Damaging It
To clean a Persian rug safely, vacuum gently without a beater bar, address spills immediately by blotting with cool water, and keep…
How to Clean an Oriental Rug (Safe At-Home Steps)
To clean an Oriental rug at home, vacuum both sides without a beater bar, blot spills immediately with a white cloth and…
How Much Does Rug Cleaning Cost in Boise?
Rug cleaning in Boise is priced by the square foot at a flat rate, with no hidden fees, and the exact price…