What we do for the best results:
Most Rugs are submitted to a complete water immersion wash process at our unique rug spa.
The first thing we do is to mechanically dust the rug, using the innovative machine that we designed, the Wolverine Rug Duster. (Note:see Rug Dusting Page for further explanations and a video). The first thing we do is to mechanically dust the rug, using the innovative machine that we designed, the Wolverine Rug Duster.
Why a complete wash?
We do this when possible for the same reason that people launder their clothes in a washing machine. Our aim is to get the best results! (There are some exceptions, and therefore an inspection of the rug is necessary before a total wash is prescribed.)
Top cleaning by shampooing and water extraction does not sufficiently penetrate the rug pile―it does not reach the foundation of the rug to remove all the soil.
Why the cost disparity from one rug cleaning company to another?
As previously stated, it has to do with the method of cleaning and the expertise utilized. Cost is generally related to quality preformed. You get what you pay for.
Should cost be your main concern?
Area rugs are an investment and should be cared for accordingly. Thoroughly cleaning your rugs is our mission. If cost is the primary issue for you, then we can examine your rug to see if top cleaning will do the job for you. If this proves to be the case, we will offer you a price that is less than what we charge for our usual rug cleaning services. But we strongly recommend total immersion cleaning as the best approach to cleaning your precious textiles, when economically possible.
The following are examples of how our complete immersion techniques will continue to preserve rug yarn and pile appearance.
The value is in the Centrum Star paddle wheel wash tub and the Centri-Maxx® rug wringing centrifuge working together. Both were designed and built by Centrum Force® LLC. an Ann Arbor based design and build company for innovative rug washing equipment, whose emphasis is on synergy and better use of space and the conservation and preserving of fine rugs, including antiques and heirlooms.
Tom Monahan owner of Area Rug Cleaning Company is also co-founder of Centrum Force®
