Antique Persian Rugs

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How to clean an old braided rug?

I don't know if it is an antique (probably older than I am, anyway). I got it from my grandparents house, and I am not sure what it is made of, but it might be some kind of wool. It smells terrible (from years of pet accidents), and collects dust like nothing I have ever seen. I have used some dry carpet cleaners and vacuuming on it, which helped with the smell, but I would like to really clean it so I can use it in my bedroom. Is this something I can or should have professionally done, and if so, where do I go? I would prefer to try home fixes first. Any suggestions?
Thanks for the ideas so far! The rug is circular, probably about 6 feet across. I have tried draping it over my porch railing (I am on the 2nd floor) and beating it with the broom, but all I got was a faceful of dust and a nasty coughing fit for my troubles. I like the tub idea... We have a 2-seater with jets!

You didn't say how large it is. I would fill the bath tub with warmish/cool water, mix in some Tide and let it soak. Then wiggle it around in there a bit to loosen the lodged dirt and grime. Repeat a second time. Then, with some help because it will be heavy, lift it until much of the water runs out. If you live on a lake, like me, take it down to the lake and drag it out where the water is clean until it is thoroughly rinsed. Then drag it back to where you can roll it up, place in a plastic bag, and take to a laundromat. Place in the largest machine and spin dry it. Drag it out and find a place to lay it in the sun until dry. Stretch it out from time to time to avoid bumps. OR - you can have it professionally cleaned. (If they use those dry cleaning chemicals on it, it will give off toxic fumes). Have fun with this.

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8' X 11' Out To Sea Antique White and Mediterranean Blue Wool Area Throw Rug $924.99 From the Fallon Collection by Jill RosenwaldItem #FAL1011-811The Jill Rosenwald Collection is designed around the idea of simplicity and sophistication Hand wovenFlat pile rugColors: antique white and Mediterranean blueDimensions: 8 feet wide x 11 feet longMaterial(s): wool Type: Home Accents

8' X 11' The Lighter Side Antique White and Taupe Beige Wool Area Throw Rug $924.99 From the Fallon Collection by Jill RosenwaldItem #FAL1015-811The Jill Rosenwald Collection is designed around the idea of simplicity and sophistication Hand wovenFlat pile rugColors: antique white and taupe beigeDimensions: 8 feet wide x 11 feet longMaterial(s): 100% New Zealand wool Type: Home Accents

8' X 11' The Lighter Side Antique White and Khaki Green Wool Area Throw Rug $924.99 From the Fallon Collection by Jill RosenwaldItem #FAL1016-811The Jill Rosenwald Collection is designed around the idea of simplicity and sophistication Hand wovenFlat pile rugColors: antique white and khaki greenDimensions: 8 feet wide x 11 feet longMaterial(s): 100% New Zealand wool Type: Home Accents

2' X 3' Out To Sea Antique White and Mediterranean Blue Wool Area Throw Rug $84.99 From the Fallon Collection by Jill RosenwaldItem #FAL1011-23The Jill Rosenwald Collection is designed around the idea of simplicity and sophistication Hand wovenFlat pile rugColors: antique white and Mediterranean blueDimensions: 2 feet wide x 3 feet longMaterial(s): wool Type: Home Accents

2.5' X 8' Beechwood Garden Antique White and Dark Chocolate Wool Area Throw Rug $234.99 From the Fallon Collection by Jill RosenwaldItem #FAL1017-268The Jill Rosenwald Collection is designed around the idea of simplicity and sophistication Hand wovenFlat pile rugColors: antique white and dark chocolateDimensions: 2.5 feet wide x 8 feet longMaterial(s): 100% New Zealand wool Type: Home Accents

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Antique Area Rugs, Bringing Alive The Lost Years

The word antique came from the Latin word antiques which mean old. The antique is the collectible items that that is desired by many because of its age, rarity, condition, utility, or other unique features. It is an object that represents a previous era in human society.

Antiques are usually crafted objects like wooden chairs, jars antique area rugs and so on, or a certain attention to design such as a desk or the early automobile. They are bought at antique shops, or passed down to generation. Antiques are known so simply because of their classic beauty & age old designs & patterns bringing alive the lost years. Some valuable antiques can be bought from antique dealers and auction services or purchased online through websites and online auctions.

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Persian area rugs have natural materials including the wool, cotton, jute and sisal. You don't need to worry about the home environment for it gives no bad effects I the well being of the family, it secures not only the beauty o the home but also the health of the entire family and the ecology.

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