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Jahann and Sons Persian Rugs

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I can answer any and all questions you have regarding the cleaning, restoration and repair of Oriental rugs. I am more than happy to view your pictures via email and to give you advice on what you can do yourself and what needs to be left to the pros. I can also advise on the cost-effectiveness of repair on your rugs.

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My family has had a Persian carpet store in the Washington, DC metro area for nearly 30 years (www.jahannandsons.com).

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Toby10/12/11101010Dear Katie, Thank you for your gracious .....
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Tim07/04/11101010Great advise offered, no sugar coating. a .....
Susan05/07/11101010Thank you for your help. We aired .....
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Recent Answers from Jahann and Sons Persian Rugs

2012-05-07 color running restoration:

Hi Katrina,    The good news is that your rug is fixable.  The bad news is that not everyone can do it.  If you're in the DC-metro area, look us up.  We can help you out!     If you're not near DC, what

2011-12-21 Pet Urine on my Karastan room carpet:

Hi Ann Marie,    I'm sorry to hear about your rug.  It is definitely a good idea to get a professional cleaning done on your 5x7 rug, as it may end up being more headache and more expensive if you have

2011-10-08 Re-lanolizing:

Hi Toby,    Congratulations on your newest acquisition!  With an antique rug, or any rug of real value, I always recommend having it cleaned by a pro.  You could probably do it yourself, but if you run

2011-08-21 cleaning old dirt stains on brown color carpet?:

Hi Dan,    Thank you for your questions.  I would agree with your friend and clean the entire carpet.  Purple Power, though it may seem like an odd choice, does a good job of getting out stains.  Because

2011-07-26 Cleaning of Woolen Carpets:

My apologies, I hadn't realized you had a follow up question.  Yes, to clean wool you need to use a soap with a mild pH.  We use either Ivory soap (powder or liquid) or Orvus, a livestock shampoo.  Both

 

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