Navajo Rug Cleaning & Repair
Navajo or Dine Pronounced “di-nay,” weavings and rugs are prizes for their bold designs and cultural significance, requiring specialized care during cleaning to preserve their integrity. We, understand and have the skills necessary to care for Navajo weavings properly.
Professional Cleaners for Navajos
We are knowledgeable and experienced rug cleaner in the Portland Metro area. Proper cleaning enhances the beauty of SW weavings and extends their lifespan, ensuring they can be appreciated for years to come. More importantly, regular maintenance is crucial for preventing staining and damage from dirt, dust, and pests such as moth infestation which can be particularly harmful to natural fibers.
Wet Cleaning Of Navajo Rugs
The nature of the weaving combined with age results in delicate fibers, these rug fibers require special care to maintain their beauty and longevity. Unlike standard area rugs or oriental rugs, Navajo rugs are unique, and cleaning needs differ significantly from most area rugs. The process starts with understanding the dyes and fibers of the rug—typically wool. Wool rugs are susceptible to damage from moths and soils, direct light, abrasive dust particles.
Dry Cleaning
While suitable for some types of rugs, shampoo, and solvent cleaning is often not the best choice for Navajo weavings.
Due to the soil types and use, solvent and low moisture cleaning has limited cleaning performance relative to washing with water and specially formulated detergent cleaning solutions.
Our Service Area
Renaissance provides cleaning in Portland metro area and beyond