Hand-knotted Rugs

Hand-knotted rugs are more than a simple floor covering. They are hand-crafted works of art.

From Shabby Chic to mint condition, hand-knotted rugs are often precious memories that symbolize the taste and style of who you are and often turn into treasured heirlooms that can be handed down for several generations.

It is our goal to properly clean, repair, and preserve your heirloom rug to it's finest condition, as well as inform our clientele about all of the fascinating aspects and workmanship that goes into this ancient art.

Services Offered:

Hand-knotted Natural and Synthetic Fiber Rug Cleaning
Hand-knotted rug repair
Commercial and residential carpet cleaning
Advanced stain removal
Advanced odor removal
Wax Removal
Carpet Protectant
Carpet Stretching & Repairs
Upholstery cleaning
RV & Auto Upholstery Cleaning

Rug Cleaning Process

All rugs are pre-inspected for any prior damages before cleaning.
Rugs are checked for colorfastness, tears, worn spots, fringe damage, stains, dye bleed, damage due to animals as well as a variety of other conditions.
Rugs are dusted to dislodge the deeply imbedded dirt that conventional vacuuming does not do, then vacuumed directly after dusting to remove all loose particles that are left on the surface of the rug after dusting.
All rugs are pre-conditioned and prepped for cleaning, then washed with a PH balanced cleaning agent that is appropriate for the type of rug being cleaned.
Rugs are rinsed to ensure that all cleaning agents are removed, then dried in a controlled environment.
Finally the rugs are post vacuumed, pile lifted and groomed with a pile brush for it's final inspection, before wrapping for pick-up, delivery or shipping.

Reach Us

Our Story

We started our carpet and upholstery cleaning business in the beautiful mother lode in 1995 and a decade later expanded our horizons operating a small specialty rug cleaning business from home.
In 2007 we took the leap and moved into our commercial location in the Ranchos Poquitos Plaza in East Sonora, where we have had the pleasure to clean and restore some of the most beautiful hand-knotted, hand-woven and natural fiber rugs and grow our business.

In 2011, A Pro Rug Cleaning Spa expanded its operations to include the sale of vintage, antique & a few modern hand-knotted & woven area rugs from around the world and also became known as "The Rug Vault" offering fine rugs well below market value.

We have had a great time sharing our love and knowledge of rugs with our customers for many years and 2023 has brought a whole new chapter as we have made the move of our rug cleaning business back home, Where we plan to continue offer professional cleaning with pick up and delivery for all your specialty rug cleaning.

Our Rug Vault customers will have a new place where locals and visitors can view and purchase our fine selection of hand made rugs. You will find us at Mountain Treasures located at 13643 Tuolumne Rd, in Sonora, Open seven days a week. Our rugs will be in booth 22. Call for details.

If you are local and see a rug on our online shop, contact us today for details about a private viewing in your home. We are happy to help you find the rug that is right for you.

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Our customers love their rugs because hand knotted rugs allows them to express their personality and style. Many times they are passed down as family heirlooms due to their durability and longevity, and artistic beauty therefore giving them great sentimental value to their owner.

Our Work

Our Work

We specialize in the cleaning and restoration of wool and natural fiber area rugs as well as animal skins, braided, flat weaves, fokatis, hand-hooked, hand-tufted, machine made, chain-stitch rugs, Navajos, needlepoint, silks, hand-knotted, and more.

We also offer odor removal, Teflon protectant, stain removal, overcasting, and fringe repair.

Our company is committed to the cleaning and restoration of wool and specialty area rugs. We guarantee our work and promise to provide you with the utmost in customer service, answer all of your questions, and provide you with quality in craftsmanship in cleaning and restoration of all of your rugs.

We also specialize in residential and commercial carpet and furniture cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are rugs identified?

Rugs can not be identified by design & style alone. To determine whether a rug is tribal, village/cottage or a work shop/city production; construction is the only way a rug can be identified to truly determine its origin, age, and type.

Do all Oriental rugs appreciate in value?

Rugs manufactured after World War II do not appreciate in value, nor will most new and modern rugs that are manufactured presently for todays market.

Rugs produced since the 1970s are of substandard quality, and a new rug purchased today will lose 50% to 75% of their value the moment you bring it home. However any hand knotted rug is still far more superior in quality and can be resold in practically any condition unlike a hand-tufted or machine made rug. Plus a hand-knotted rug will last many years and retain their beauty with proper care.

Is knot count the best indication of value?

Only a few traditional Persian rugs are partially determined by knot count. Examples are Nain and Isfahans. New rugs sold with a higher knot count are often sold at a higher cost per square foot, but once they are in the secondary market their value is not based on knot count.

Should I vacuum or clean my Oriental rug?

About 80% of soil in rugs, is dry particulate matter. It acts as sandpaper and wears the rug. Ordinary vacuuming only removes surface dirt leaving the majority of fine particle dust imbedded into the wool follicle. Professional dusting is recommended every 18-24 months and restoration cleaning is recommended every two-five years to keep your rugs looking good and minimizing wear.

Helpful Hint:

Avoid vacuuming and destroying your fringe by vacuuming parallel to the fringe.

Is it safe to have my Oriental Rugs wet cleaned?

A well constructed Oriental rug can be wet cleaned after a thorough pre-inspection. Rugs should be tested for the stability of the dyes, as well as the many other inherent problems that comes from cleaning natural fibers. Having a knowledgable professional clean your rug will minimize damage, dye bleed, rippling and rot caused by improper cleaning and drying. Many homeowners unknowingly clean their rugs improperly, and end up imbedding the dirt not dusted out before it was wet cleaned. This causes mottling, reverse piling and future expensive restoration.

Should I have a protectant applied to my Oriental rugs?

Protectant might not make your rug bullet proof, but it does make blotting up spills much more effective and can prevent spots from becoming stains. In general a protectant is always an extra safeguard against permanent stains and costly restoration.

Are all old rugs worth a lot?

Condition is the most important to determine value. An old rug in poor condition is just an old rug.

Is rug pad is a waste of money?

Rug pad provides a protective layer between the rug and floor, minimizing slippage, increases the life of the rug and smooths our irregularities in the floor and help absorb noise. Good quality rug pad is recommended.