​Downsizing to a condo or apartment? The content of your 3000 square foot home just isn’t going to fit in your new 1200 square foot modern day condo. A living room that was 20’ x 30’ is now just 12’ x 14’ not to mention a serious décor changes may have to be undertaken. The question now is what we do with those Persian and Oriental Rugs that you’ve collected over the years. Here we have three things to consider.
1)Keep the small rugs. The smaller rugs can be a keepsake and a connection to the past, if you have a place in your new home, have the rugs washed and repaired if necessary and then find a spot and decorate around them. Small Persian Rugs can add a color dimension to what is usually a modern, sanitized and less homey condo environment.
2)Pass you rugs down to the next generation. It was common in the past to hear people mention how they inherited their Persian rugs from friends or family. It still happens, but not as much. Your children or relatives who appreciate Persian rugs and art will remember this thoughtful gesture. Every time they walk over the rug, they will think of you and your generosity.
3) Sell Your Oriental Rugs. If all else fails, you can find a buyer and sell your rugs. Find a dealer that can offer a current market evaluation (todays value) and that will be your starting point. You can post your rugs on classified site like Kijiji. Another option is seeking out a dealer who may be interested buying old oriental rugs. The rug would have to be old and unique for a dealer to consider buying the piece outright. An even better idea would be to find a dealer who you could consign the rug to. The right dealer would sell the rug at a fair market retail value and you would pay a commission after the rug has sold.  Stay away from auctions. Auction houses attract buyers that pay little for anything. There is a lot of uncertainty when selling at auction and you will likely be disappointed at the outcome.
If you decide to hang on to your rugs until you find a resolution, have them professionally washed and wrapped. Store them in a well lite and dry place where you can keep an eye on them. Never store them in a damp basement or storage unit. Contact us if you have any questions. 

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1. Have your rugs washed on a regular basis? You may not notice. But oriental and area rugs gradually get dirty even in the cleanest homes. It is when you have them cleaned you really notice how dirty they were. Proper cleaning will remove all that harmful dirt that is hiding deep within the pile. These dirt fibers cut through the pile and cause premature wear. Remember ‘it’s true’ that clean rugs last longer. Proper cleaning will also remove larvae and insects and reducing moth activity.
2. Rotate you rug on a regular basis. Rotating your rug is like rotating the tires on your car. They last much longer by promoting even wear. Continues and repetitive traffic over the same area over a long period will create worn areas and that will reduce the value of your Persian and oriental rugs considerably.  Entrance ways, under the desk or dining room table where you rest your feet are places you never notice wear until it is too late. When you have your rugs washed, have the carpet cleaner roll out your rug in the opposite direction.
3. Vacuum your rugs weekly. When you vacuum your oriental rugs weekly, this will help destroy any moth or larvae activity. Also inspect the ends and edges. That where most rugs first see deterioration. If you suspect any damage or insect activity, call a carpet cleaning professional.

 
These are just a couple of things that oriental rug lovers should keep in mind. If you have any question, just contact us. We would love to hear from you! Find a carpet cleaner who specialize in Oriental and area rug cleaning. The right carpet cleaner will take proper care of your Persian and oriental rugs.