Periodic protective maintenance is a must for valuable oriental rugs and kilims. We offer full restoration services including reweaving, reselvaging, refringing and any variety of handiwork required to recondition your oriental rugs.

Turkish restorers are renowned throughout the world for their skill and expertise with Oriental rugs from all regions of the rug making world. Turkey also has the additional advantage of lower professional labour costs, resulting in huge savings on rug restoration costs. International dealers and rug enthusiasts all agree that for truly professional restoration, Turkey has the highest reputation.

We also provide Professional Cleaning Services and Full Written Insurance Appraisals for any rug purchased at Tribal Collections.

Daily Maintenance:
Rugs gradually wear as they are walked on. That can't be avoided, but you can lessen the problem by turning or rotating your rugs from time to time. Rugs should be brushed or vacuumed with a suction-only machine regularly to prevent the build up of damaging dust and grit. Avoid, if possible, placing heavy furniture on rugs,or if this is unavoidable, place furniture cups under small or sharp pointed feet.

Spills and Pet Stains:
With any spillage or accident involving liquids speed is of the essence. Immediately blot with plain paper kitchen towels, soaking up the liquid as much as possible After blotting many spills will require diluting and a solution of carpet shampoo and warm water with a teaspoonful of white vinegar can be used. Carefully blot, and then allow to dry and vacuum. Carefully brush the pile in its natural direction to remove any matted appearance.

Moth and other pests:
Damage from moth larvae and other household rug-eating pests can be avoided as long as the rug is cleaned regularly (brushing or vacuuming) and is exposed to light. If moth grubs are discovered, immediately vacuum and then send the rug to a professional oriental rug cleaner.

Damp, heat and strong sunlight:
Avoid any of the following, if possible: damp - Oriental rugs as they are always made from natural materials,(wool, cotton, or silk), which are susceptible to rot through dampness. Should this occur, seek the advice of an expert Oriental rug dealer. Intense heat, i.e. in front of an open fire, is generally bad for rugs as it dries out the natural oils in wool,making it weak and brittle. Direct sunlight can cause fading over a number of years. Whilst some fading can be desirable, too much ruins the look of the rug. A simple solution, is to draw the curtains when the room is not in use.