Oriental Rug Cleaning in Memphis, TN.
Memphis's oldest oriental rug specialist. Hand-finished cleaning for every weaving tradition — Persian, Turkish, Caucasian, Indian, Tibetan, Chinese.
Cleaning oriental rugs continuously since 1881.
Same family, same standards, four generations of craft.
Listed by the Oriental Rug Buyers Guide as one of the country's top rug cleaners.
Accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, Memphis chapter.
Memphis has more significant oriental rug collections than most cities its size. The antebellum estates of Central Gardens and Chickasaw Gardens, the Victorian-era homes of Hein Park, and the heritage homes throughout Midtown and East Memphis hold pieces that have been passed through generations of Memphis families. Many were brought back from major buying trips a century ago and have never been touched by anything other than vacuum and the occasional well-meaning home cleaning. They deserve specialist work.
Oriental rug cleaning is fundamentally different from carpet cleaning. Hand-knotted construction means natural fibers (wool, silk, cotton) and often natural dyes that react badly to harsh detergents, hot water, or aggressive scrubbing. We test every color for dye stability before any wet cleaning, hand-dust to remove embedded grit, hand pre-treat any stains, and wash by full immersion when the construction allows or surface methods for delicate pieces. Drying is in a controlled-humidity room.
Free pick-up across West Tennessee, Northwest Mississippi, and East Arkansas. Most rugs are returned within 7 days from pick-up. We provide a written estimate before any work begins.
Hand-finished work for every Oriental rug tradition.
Each weaving region has its own materials, knot styles, and cleaning challenges.
Persian (Iranian)
Tabriz, Kashan, Isfahan, Heriz, Qom, Nain, Bijar, Mashhad, Kerman — fine, dense knot counts and often sensitive natural dyes.
Turkish (Anatolian)
Hereke, Ushak, Kayseri, Konya — symmetrical knot, often higher pile, frequently rich madder reds.
Caucasian
Kazak, Shirvan, Kuba, Karabagh — bold geometric patterns, longer pile, traditionally vegetable-dyed.
Indian
Agra, Jaipur, Mirzapur, Bhadohi — wide range from antique Mughal weaves to modern hand-tufted.
Tibetan & Nepalese
Cut-loop wool with cotton or wool foundation. Often higher-end contemporary design pieces.
Chinese
Antique Peking, Ningxia, and Tibetan-Chinese, plus modern Beijing-style. Silk highlights are common.
Free pick-up across Memphis and surrounding areas.
- Memphis
- Germantown
- Collierville
- Cordova
- Bartlett
- Millington
- Arlington
- Lakeland
- Eads
- Ellendale
- Brunswick
- Munford
- Atoka
- Drummonds
- Rossville
- Oakland
- Mason
- Brighton
- Southaven
- Olive Branch
- Horn Lake
- Hernando
- Walls
- Nesbit
- Lake Cormorant
- Coldwater
- Byhalia
- Holly Springs
- Red Banks
- West Memphis
- Marion
- Crawfordsville
- Earle
- Edmondson
- Heth
- Hughes
- Joiner
- Marked Tree
- Tyronza
- Turrell
Common questions about oriental rug cleaning in Memphis.
Where in Memphis do you offer oriental rug cleaning pick-up?
Free pick-up throughout Memphis, Germantown, Cordova, Collierville, Bartlett, Olive Branch, Southaven, and the wider Mid-South — including Crittenden County AR and DeSoto County MS. We have served Memphis-area clients continuously since 1881.
What counts as an oriental rug?
Oriental rugs are hand-knotted rugs woven in the regions historically called the Orient — from Turkey through Iran, the Caucasus, Central Asia, India, Tibet, and China. The defining characteristic is hand knotting, not country of origin alone.
How does Memphis humidity affect oriental rug cleaning?
Memphis humidity is hard on natural fibers — wool absorbs moisture, dyes can run, and improper drying can cause mildew. Our controlled-humidity drying room is specifically designed for the Mid-South climate, and we never dry rugs in direct sun or high heat.
How often should I have my oriental rug cleaned?
Hand-knotted oriental rugs typically need professional cleaning every 3 to 5 years. High-traffic areas, homes with pets, and humid climates shorten the recommended interval.
How long does oriental rug cleaning take?
Most oriental rugs take 7 days from pick-up to delivery. Heavily soiled or repair-required pieces take longer. We always provide a written estimate with specific timeline before any work begins.
Available across five metros.
Free pick-up and delivery in every city we serve. Tap a city for local details and your nearest phone number.