Family business established since 2005 in Cambridge. Our mission is to give 100% satisfaction to all our clients. Professional rug cleaning plant in Cambridge UK. Internationnaly trained with Master Rug Cleaners. We clean any types of rug (hand-made, machine made) and any types of fibers (wood, silk, cotton). Give us a call on 01223 863632.
This can happened when cleaning a rug. Everything looks normal but sometimes after the clean, some marks can be visible.
On this occasion, a pink mark appeared on the edges around the leaf pattern after the first clean.
This is caused by the back canvas the rug is made on - the pattern of the rug is drawn on with a marker - in this case pink or red. When the rug is cleaned it bleeds through.
We had to fix the color with our special magic product and we re-clean the rug. All gone!
Have a look at our rug cleaning process for this Ziglar rug that was flooded:
We spent a big part of our budget on training and investing in state of the art equipment to achieve the results all of our clients require. We believe in over achieving on every clients expectations. It is always such a rewarding experience to deliver a freshly cleaned rug to a client, unwrap it if front of them and see the happy faces when they see the results.
I would like to point out so many of carpet cleaners (even Franchises) call themselves professional rug cleaners - all they do is only apply there knowledge of carpet cleaning to rugs. Sometimes with truly unfortunate outcomes. Many of these cleaners will come and clean your carpets and rug in your home. This leaves your rug wet on your floor. The problem here is the likelihood of shrinkage and colour run. Carpets and rugs are two total different animals in every aspect.
Ensuring the cleaning happens at the right PH level stops browning and colour run. See below how we measure the right PH:
Watch our video to see why we are different compare to other rug cleaning company in Cambridgeshire:
We have 2 roles to fill and hope to attract people with the right attitude and teach them the skills.
Social Media and Marketing Coordinator. This is a very dynamic role and it involve some time out on the road as well as office based work. A person that fills this role has great communication skills both verbally and written. You might not have any social media experience though that is actually a good thing as we have found in the past experience can lead you to follow some bad habits. The role is part time 8am – 4:30 pm 4 days per week.
To apply for the position, please send your CV to pierre@artofclean.co.uk.
For more information about the position: CLICK HERE
Office administrator This role requires someone that is highly organised and loves to work under pressure while staying cool and calm. You can meet deadlines and love a challenge. You have great communication skills on the phone. Your desire is to serve each client as best you can rather than to answer as many calls as you can. Work Hours will be 4 days per week and one of the days has to be a Friday.
Our Mission: Here at Art of Clean our mission is to “Deliver the most outstanding service experience” and this applies to both our clients and our fellow team members. Our principles are: Expect the most from yourself, Expect the most from others, provide assistance and Protect others from fear and influence. These values are non-negotiable and if you feel they ring true to you please contact us now for an interview.
To apply for the position, please send your CV to pierre@artofclean.co.uk.
For more information about the position : CLICK HERE
Art of Clean Denny Lodge Business Park Ely Road Chittering Cambridge CB25 9PH – 01223863632
High on the list of any holiday shopping list has to be a hand knotted oriental rug, but knowledge is power and knowing what to look out for will help you not to be ripped off.
We all like to bag a bargain and especially when we are on our travels but there are many pitfalls for the unsuspecting tourist. Bagging a good carpet is not easy and far too many travellers find out the hard way that instead of returning home with a piece of magic, they have been ripped off. Where to buy it The former Persia (today known as Iran) remains the most fruitful and varied source of rugs in the world, as well as producing the finest examples of this art form. This does not mean that carpets from India, Turkey, China, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Morocco, the Caucasus or Romania are inferior. They do not, however, all make for an easy shopping trip (it is safe to say Afghanistan will be on the itinerary of only those most seriously obsessed with rug buying) and the bulk of travellers who buy a rug will do so while holidaying in more popular destinations. In such cases, the first rule is to avoid carpet boutiques in the big cities; leave them and instead head for the source. What to look for 'Knowledge is power,' but many amateur rug buyers fall foul of the initial hurdle and end up with a rug of far inferior quality or in some cases rugs that was made by machine. It is also important to know the size of rug you want it can be a real damper on a good spirit if you get back home and the rug is way too big or way too small for the room. Pay close attention to the following three factors and you are less likely to be led astray. The knot count An oriental, or 'exotic', carpet, rug or prayer mat means one of natural fibres that has been hand-knotted or hand-woven on a loom. You will find much truth underneath the carpet: turn it over, in the dealer's shop and look at the reverse. The knots on a machine-made carpet will be very uniform. Knot count is often the first factor that determine the rug’s quality, and while it is not foolproof - some valuable contemporary designs are very coarsely knotted - a good rule of thumb with traditional rugs, at least, is to look for upwards of 120 knots a square inch. The fibre Discovering your 'silk' carpet is actually cotton. The guidebooks often suggest the 'burn' test not only to ascertain the fibre but also, hopefully, to trick the dealer into believing you are more of an expert in rugs. The colour While artificial dyes are no reason not to set foot on a carpet, they can never match the earthy evocation of their natural alternatives: among them cochineal red, from the crushed, dried insects, blue from the indigo plant, henna orange, hollyhock purple, pomegranate yellow and gallnut black. Natural dyes normally appears bright and rich in colour as a bunch of flowers. There shouldn't be any one colour that stand out way more than others.’ Another way is to bend the carpet as to expose individual threads from the bottom of the rug. Looking deep down in the pile will show a slight variance in the tones. How to haggle Do not but too soon and do not leave it until the last minute. Shop around and keep track of where you have seen what you like. Building a relationship will help in the negotiation process later. We belief negotiation should be a win-win situation. Take care though as the seller will make out as if he loses much sooner than he really do. ALWAYS|S make an offer and do not pay the asking price. In many countries where rugs are produced it is their culture to haggle or negotiate on the price. The starting price / selling price will allow for that. In some cases the seller will feel offended if you do not make him an offer and only pay the asking price How to make the most of your rug What is the best way to care for your newly acquired masterpiece. Here are a few things to look out for to help your rug last as long as possible: - Keep rugs out of direct sunlight Bright colours can easily fade especially reds and browns - Turn your rug every few months to allow for even wear and exposure to light - Use rug pad or underlay - Read our other blog post on “benefit of rug underlay” - Have fabric protector applied by a rug cleaning firm. This small investment will greatly reduce the chance of permanent staining - Get your rug taken away for a through deep wash or clean every 12 -18 months by a professional rug cleaning firm. - Do not allow ordinary carpet cleaners touch your rugs If you need any help, just give us a call on 01223 863 632. Source: http://artofcleanuk.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/the-skill-of-purchasing-fine-hand-made.html
Every now and then we take you behind the scenes. Today we show you our Gavin and his handy work. The other day we received our brand, spanking new, Cimex Cyclone Cleaner. Now, few of you will be familiar with Cimex, but for us in the rug and carpet cleaning trade, it was Christmas come early.
The three-head system allows for less slippage when cleaning and greater operational control. The Cimex website goes into more detail and before you've finished reading their site, you'll think Art of Clean bought a Ferrari, but in a way, we did. We bought a top-of-the-line rotary machine that cleans right down the the depths of your rug, loosening the in-grained dirt via a very gentle massage..and who doesn't want that?
Once cleaned, Gavin has to brush off the excess water and then roll and place your prized carpet or rug into our centrifugal spinner to remove the moisture. This is the most efficient and safest way to ensure your rug leaves the premises in the best condition it can.
Gavin then wraps the rug in plastic and it's ready to come home.
Art of Clean makes it a habit, ne, an addiction, to invest in the most up-to-date training methods (we recently completed the IICRC classes) and technology. We are constantly striving to do a better job and with this new Cimex system in place, we feel sure you'll see the benefits swiftly.
If you live in Cambridge (UK) or any of the surrounding
villages (Ely, St Ives, Huntingdon, Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Histon, Milton, and on and on...) and you
have a special rug that needs a thorough deep cleaning and a caring hand, please allow us the opportunity to restore your fine rug.
Have you ever washed your clothes and the washing machine
breaks down just before the spin cycle? Then you hang-up your dripping wet clothes to dry and then, when they finally are, they're just not the same? Not so fresh? They might even have that mouldy smell?
I guess the same principle applies to your fine rug.
Over the years you're likely to notice subtle changes in your carpets and rugs. Maybe it's the light, you think, or maybe the dog fur's built up a little too much you say, whatever it is, that prized rug has taken a turn to the dark-side, or at least the dull-side.
That's when you call Art of Clean, because no matter how furry, dusty, damp, dirty or just plain mucky it has become, Art of Clean feel confident they can get that scruff off your rug.
That being said, every now and then we find a winner for the Dustiest Rug Ever Competition.
NOTE: This is not a real competition and no prizes will be awarded. Sorry.
As you can see, this is a red rug. It's detailed and in generally good nick, except for the excessive build-up of grey gruff.
Somewhere in the office we have one of those old rug beating sticks, the kind the housewives of yesteryear would use to beat their rugs to within an inch of their lives, and on occasion, their husbands too. Nowadays we just pick it up by the scruff of it's neck and shake it until it comes clean...or cleaner at least.
Watch this video to see Pierre man-handling some life back into this piece.
Remember: without care and attention, that delicate rug is likely to edge towards the point where no cleaner, no matter how well trained can bring it back from the brink. For what we call 'High Traffic' rugs (trampled on in the hallway and entrance to your home) a cleaning every couple of years is what we recommend and of course, the occasional vacuum.
Rugs and carpets are our bread and butter and it's our job to remove those butter stains from all manner of fluffy, household items; upholstery included.
Carpets are possibly the most wear-inducing item you will even own. They're thankfully built to last, but that doesn't mean they're impervious to damage and devastation. Over the years, even the hardiest of shag, wool or man-made carpet will show the signs of being on it's last legs. That is, unless you protect and care for it.
Trainers, in from the wet, spilled wine, jam, even blood, these are all stains that we can and will be happy to remove from your carpet, because, let's be honest, carpets aren't cheap (well, some are, but they won't last) and don't you want your money to stretch the test of time?
Not so very long ago, we employed a strapping young lad named Ben. Now, Ben (regular readers will know) has been getting his head down and really showing the team what he can do. His dedication and willingness to learn have been evident and the proof is in the pudding or rather the pudding is out of the carpet, in this case. This particular home belongs to a nice young couple with equally young children and when there's kids, there's mess. Only a year and a half in "This is what can happen when you have young children and a husband who doesn't take his shoes off in the house" was the answer when Ben asked what had caused the food and drink stains, along with colouring pens and general dirt.
Light coloured carpets and rugs are always prone to staining and their tones always reveal the tarnish. You're welcome to try cleaning your carpet yourself of course and if you care to, we have articles on our sister-blog (Housekeeping101) and within this one that will help you in your efforts, but...if you don't have the time, the interest or your other half is simply unwilling, call us, well pop along, assess the situation and give you a realistic, honest appraisal. You won't be sorry, or your money back.
Here's a video we made earlier, expounding the value of a professional carpet cleaning.
