Novato’s Trusted Rug Specialists — Cleaning, Repair, Resizing & Sales | Silk Road Oriental Rugs
Some rugs are décor. Yours is a story. If you’re looking for rug cleaning Novato, CA and need a team that treats your rug like it matters, welcome to Silk Road Oriental Rugs. For more than 30 years, we’ve helped Bay Area homeowners clean, repair, resize, and select rugs with care that shows in the results.
What We Do (and Do Well)
Rug Cleaning (Hand-Wash Only)
We clean Persian, Oriental, Kilim, Navajo, silk, wool, cotton, and modern blends using wool‑safe, pH‑balanced products and a gentle hand-wash process. No harsh chemicals. No carpet wands. Just patient, thorough work that protects dyes and fiber structure.
Rug Repair & Restoration
Fringe repair, edge binding, reweaving, moth damage correction, patching, and color touch‑ups. Every repair is done by artisans trained in traditional techniques—built to last and meant to blend.
Rug Resizing
If the perfect rug is the wrong size, we can carefully resize it and stabilize the edges so the piece looks original, not altered.
Rug Sales
A curated selection of handmade Persian, Oriental, Kilim, and contemporary rugs, priced fairly and chosen for quality. Looking for something specific? We’ll source it.
Rug Pads & Binding
Custom‑cut rug pads that protect floors, prevent slipping, and extend rug life. Binding services keep edges neat and strong.
How Our Cleaning Works (Step by Step)
- Inspection & Dye Testing – We evaluate fibers, construction, stains, foundation tension, and test for colorfastness.
- Dusting – Dry soil is removed before any washing. This is essential for flatweaves and dense pile rugs.
- Hand Wash – Controlled water, gentle agitation, and pH‑balanced detergents tailored to your rug.
- Rinse & Extraction – Soaps and soils are fully flushed; water is carefully extracted without twisting.
- Flat Drying – Temperature‑controlled drying to prevent shrinkage, distortion, or dye migration.
- Grooming & Finish – Fringe is detailed, pile is set, and a final inspection ensures the rug returns ready for real life.
Why Hand-Washing Matters
- Natural dyes in many Persian, Navajo, and Kilim rugs can migrate under heat or high‑pH cleaners. We stabilize and protect them.
- Wool contains lanolin that keeps fibers resilient; aggressive chemicals strip it away. We don’t.
- Flatweaves can distort if extracted with carpet machines. We dry flat and control tension.
Short version: machines are fast. We’re careful. Care wins every time.
Common Problems We Fix
- Bleeding colors from DIY cleaning
- Worn or unraveling edges
- Broken fringe or missing sections
- Holes from furniture friction or moths
- Pet stains and lingering odors
- Ripples or waves after improper drying
If you think it’s “too far gone,” let us take a look first. You might be surprised what’s possible.
Buying a Rug? Start Here.
Selecting a rug can feel overwhelming. We make it simple:
- Size guidance for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and hallways
- Color consultations to complement your palette—not fight it
- Material advice for pets, high traffic, and sun exposure
- Try at home options on select pieces so you can see the rug in your own light
We’ll help you find a rug you’ll love living with—not just looking at.
Serving Novato & the North Bay
We work across Novato, San Rafael, Corte Madera, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Marinwood, Ignacio, and Hamilton Field. Pickup and delivery available—ask for current schedule.
Honest Pricing, Real Communication
You’ll know what we recommend, why we recommend it, and what it costs—before we start. No surprises. No upsells you don’t need.
Frequently Asked (Real) Questions
How often should I clean my rug?
Every 12–24 months for most homes; sooner with pets, smoke, or heavy traffic.
Can you fix dye bleed?
Often, yes. We assess the cause, stabilize the dyes, and perform controlled correction.
Is resizing safe?
When done correctly with reinforced edges, yes. It should look original and hold up to daily use.
Do you clean Navajo weavings?
Yes—conservatively, with minimal water and careful drying to protect structure and dyes.
Ready When You Are
If your rug needs cleaning, repair, resizing—or you’re hunting for the right piece—Silk Road Oriental Rugs is ready to help.
📍 Serving Novato, CA and the North Bay
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Silk Road Oriental Rugs — Skilled hands. Reliable results.