Experience the Best Persian, Oriental, and Area Rug Cleaning Service Near You

With the option to drop off your rug or schedule a pickup at your convenience, we make the process easy and hassle-free.

Experience the Best Persian, Oriental, and Area Rug Cleaning Service Near You

With the option to drop off your rug or schedule a pickup at your convenience, we make the process easy and hassle-free.

Time-Tested, Expert Method for Rug Cleaning

Our experienced rug cleaning specialists take the time to fully understand your rug’s unique needs before we begin. By identifying key aspects of your rug, we ensure the right care is given every step of the way. Here’s what we look for and why it matters:

✔ Construction – Understanding your rug’s weave and structure ensures we use the proper techniques and materials.

✔ Origin & Age – The history and age of the rug influence how we approach its cleaning to preserve its integrity.

✔ Weave Type – Whether it’s hand-knotted or machine-made, we adapt our cleaning methods for the best results.

✔ Fiber Quality – Different fibers require different care to avoid damage and maintain your rug’s luxurious feel.

We specialize in cleaning all types of rugs- Whether it’s a simple braided rug or an exquisite Persian wool or silk piece, we have the expertise to clean and restore it to perfection. Unfortunately, we don’t handle wall-to-wall carpet, but we’ll give your area rug the care it deserves.
Convenience is at the heart of what we offer- You can drop your rug off at our state-of-the-art cleaning facility in Severna Park, MD, where you’ll save 20% on your total, or we’ll gladly pick it up from your home. Either way, we make the process simple and stress-free for you.
Every rug is treated with the utmost care- We hand-wash each rug individually, paying attention to every detail. This isn’t just a cleaning – it’s a restoration. We inspect each rug for damage, weak areas, color bleeding, and stretching risks before it’s cleaned. Your rug is our priority!
Risk Avoidance- We never wash two rugs together, ensuring that they never share the same water. This eliminates any risk of cross-contamination. And we don’t believe in quick fixes like steam cleaning or power washing. We treat each rug the way it deserves – with a thorough, gentle, and effective hand-wash.
Flexible service options- Whether you want to drop off your rug during business hours or arrange for a pickup, we’ve got you covered. Walk-ins are always welcome! It’s all about making it easy for you to keep your rugs in top shape.

Our Time Tested Rug Washing Process

Before wetting or scrubbing, we need to know a few important details.

Rug Inspection

We begin by carefully inspecting your rugs for damaged and weak areas.

We never wash two rugs together or side by side and they never share the same unclean water – eliminating cross-contamination problems.

1
Dust Removal

Your rugs will be inspected, tagged with your info and rug needs. When the rug is ready to be washed, we make sure we dust your rug to remove loose dirt, grit, unwelcome particles, hair, etc. Both front and back is vacuumed after dusting.

Why is this important and how do we do it?

Long ago, rugs were manually beaten to get this dust out. Today, Capital Rug Cleaning has the equipment necessary to get this done under control. Rug dusting is done at our rug cleaning facility. Our machine beats the rug and vacuums the dust and at the same time.

Settlement of dust, sand, or grit lay at the foundation of your rug and reduce the life of a oriental carpet by causing premature wear. Your rugs are dusted to bring out these particles. An extremely important step in the process, it cannot be performed in your home.

Many carpet cleaners are forced to skip this step. Most are unaware of the importance of dusting rugs before wetting them. Also, in-home carpet cleaners that offer steam cleaning your rugs – miss this step 100% of the time. It is not recommended top steam clean natural fiber carpets – especially hand knotted wool area rugs.

2
Rug Washing by Hand

Soaked and scrubbed both front and back with plenty of clean water and rug shampoo (non-toxic).
3
Rinse Completely

We make sure no residue of any cleaning or spotting agents is left in the rug. The rug is rinsed completely and hung to dry.

4
Dry 100%

After washing, rinsing, and wringing, your rugs are hung in a controlled drying room. Depending on the thickness and fiber material, it will take 8-12 hours to completely dry your rugs.

If we determine the rug needs another wash, it will be washed again safely. If not, we’ll bring it down from the rack and give last inspection.

5
Wrap for Protection

Rugs will be wrapped for protection. You will be notified to collect or we’ll schedule your delivery.

Guaranteed Pet Urine & Odor Removal

We tailor our cleaning process to the specific needs of each rug, ensuring that potential risks like dye bleeding, cross-contamination, shrinkage, or damage are avoided. Our specialized approach targets the elimination of stains, odors, and contaminants, providing your rug with a deep, thorough clean.

While we cannot guarantee the removal of every stain, we are committed to delivering the best possible results in restoring your rug’s freshness and cleanliness.

What We Don’t Do

We believe in treating your rugs like they were our own. To help you understand why we avoid certain methods, here’s a quick look at what we don’t do:

We do not use heavy automated machines.

Every step of our cleaning process is done by hand with precision and care. We use premium wool-safe shampoos and solutions, combined with thorough rinsing using plenty of clean, fresh water.

To maintain your rug’s natural texture and structure, we gently brush in the direction of the pile, preventing distortion and preserving its original look and feel.

No Mixing, No Cross-Contamination

We take extra care to ensure your rug is never mixed with others during the cleaning process. This prevents any risk of cross-contamination, ensuring your rug receives the exclusive attention it deserves.

Before we wet your rug, we carefully test for dye bleeding to protect its colors and integrity. This step ensures that your rug is treated with the utmost care from start to finish.

We Don’t Steam Clean – And Here’s Why:

Steam cleaning may seem effective, but it only cleans the surface, leaving behind dirt, residue, and moisture trapped deep within the fibers and backing. Worse, it doesn’t properly clean the backside of the rug, where dust, allergens, and embedded grime accumulate over time.

This method is especially risky for wool and delicate rugs. When water isn’t fully removed, it can lead to soggy fibers, browning, wicking, mildew growth, shrinkage, and even damage to the backing and padding. Worse, excess moisture can seep into floors, causing further issues.

That’s why we use a professional, controlled cleaning process at our facility—ensuring deep, thorough cleaning.

ONE-OF-A-KIND

Our Rug Washing Process

Your rugs always receive personal attention. All work is done by hand and never by machine – eliminating risks of dye bleeding, cross contamination, shrinkage, or damage.

1 - Rug Inspection

Rug Inspection

When we first see your rug, we Inspect it with you to ensure you receive the exact rug cleaning results you desire.

2 - Dusting

Rug Dusting

We remove dust prior to beginning the rug cleaning process; it is our mission to safely lift and remove any loose soil from the rug’s foundation.

3 - Hand Wash / Rinsing

Rug Washing by Hand
Soaked and scrubbed both front and back with plenty of clean water and rug shampoo (non-toxic).

Thorough Rinse
We make sure no residue of any cleaning or spotting agents is left in the rug. The rug is rinsed completely and hung to dry.

4 - Dry & Wrap

Completely Dry
If we determine the rug needs another wash, it will be washed again safely. If not, we’ll bring it down from the rack and give last inspection.

Wrapped for safe transport
Rugs will be wrapped for protection. You will be notified to collect or we’ll schedule your delivery.

5 - Ready to Pick-up or Deliver

If rugs were dropped off
We’ll notify you of done status. Your rugs will be wrapped and a team member will help load them in your car.

If your rugs were picked up
We’ll contact you to schedule your delivery. We will help lay them out in the desired areas.

Right the First Time

We’re here to help.
Speak with a friendly team member for questions regarding pricing, appointments, processes, and anything else we can help with.

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Capital Rug Cleaning Reviews

5 / 5

“Their expertise in hand-washing Oriental rugs along with drop-off discounts makes it an easy decision to get your rugs looking like new!”

5 / 5

“We are repeat customers and we continue to appreciate the excellent service of Capital Rug Cleaning.”

4.5 / 5

“I had been dragging my feet on getting my area rug cleaned. Now I question why I didn’t do it sooner! Rug looks brand new. Great communication and service from the Capital rug team. Some discounts for dropping off your rug as well as a military discount. Definitely would recommend!”

Positive:Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Knowledge in Weave Type

Braided Rugs
Handmade Carpets
Hand-Hooked Carpets
Hand-Tufted Rugs
Flat-weave Rugs
Hand Woven (Kilims/Dhurries)
Fine Persian Rugs
Antique Rugs
Flokati/Shag Rugs
Tapestries/Needle-Points
Machine-Made
Karastan Rugs

Specialists in Fiber Care

Wool Rugs
Wool/Silk Blended Rugs
Pure Silk Carpets
Cotton Rugs
Cowhide Rugs
Olefin/Polypropylene Carpets
Viscose Carpets
Natural Fiber Carpets
Synthetic Carpets

20% Off Carry-In Discount

We’ll take care of unloading your oriental rugs for you when you get here.

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