Silk rugs have a shine and fine detail that wool cannot match, but they are also the most delicate rugs to clean. Silk loses strength when wet, water can leave marks, and dyes on silk can move more easily than on wool. Rubbing a spill on silk can bruise the pile and leave a dull patch. We take bookings for silk rug cleaning in Brisbane and book a nearby independent rug crew for the job.
The crew we book first works out what the rug is made of. Many rugs sold as silk are actually viscose, sometimes called art silk or bamboo silk, which behaves very differently when wet and can yellow or go stiff. Real silk, wool and silk blends, and viscose each need their own approach, so a close look at the fibres comes before any cleaning.
- Checking whether the rug is real silk or viscose
- Gentle dusting with low suction
- Dye testing before any wet cleaning
- Hand washing with mild, silk-friendly products
- Controlled drying to avoid water marks
Silk rugs are almost always washed at the workshop, where the crew can control water use and drying. They take longer than wool rugs, and the price reflects the extra time. Some marks on silk, such as old water rings or pile bruising, may improve rather than vanish, and the crew will tell you what to expect on pickup.
At home, keep silk rugs out of hallways and away from pets, and blot spills gently without rubbing. If you have a silk rug in Brisbane that needs a wash, call 07 3778 2608 and we will give you upfront pricing and a pickup time.
