A hand-knotted rug should be hand-washed — never run through the machine or steam process built for wall-to-wall carpet. In our Houston workshop, the Malik family cleans Persian, Oriental, antique, silk, and wool rugs by hand, the gentle way that protects the dyes and the foundation. We clean the rugs we sell and the ones you already own.
Flooded or water-damaged rug?
Houston floods, and a soaked rug is a race against time — mildew and dye-bleed set in within a day or two. We handle emergency drying and flood cleanup by hand. See our flood & water-damage rescue →
What we clean
Tailored to the material, weave, and dyes of your specific rug.
Gentle hand-wash
A full, by-hand deep clean that lifts ground-in dirt and dust while protecting the pile, the foundation, and the natural dyes.
Stains & spots
Targeted treatment for coffee, wine, ink, and everyday spills. Most fresh stains lift beautifully — we'll be honest about set-in ones before we start.
Pet stains & odor
Deep treatment for pet urine, accidents, and odor that surface cleaning can't reach — drawn out, not just masked.
Mold, mildew & musty odor
Removal and treatment of the mold, mildew, and musty smell that take hold once a rug has been damp or stored wet.
Dust & allergens
Years of fine grit, dust mites, and dander settle deep in the pile. We draw it out, leaving the rug fresher and healthier underfoot.
Delicate silk, antique & moth
Fragile silk, fine wool, and century-old antiques cleaned with extra care — plus treatment to clear and guard against moths.
Stains, spills & odors we treat
If it's been spilled on a rug, we've likely seen it.
Rugs & materials we clean
How it works
Four steps, all by hand, all in Houston.
Inspect
We check the material, dyes, and any problem areas, then give you an honest, free quote.
Dust removal
Dry soil and grit are drawn out of the foundation first — the step most cleaners skip.
Hand-wash
A gentle wash by hand with the right solution for your rug — pre-treating stains, protecting the dyes.
Dry & finish
Controlled drying so nothing shrinks or fades, a final groom, then back to you — pickup & delivery available.
Why bring it to Arteverk
- By hand, not by machine. Wall-to-wall carpet gets steam-cleaned; a hand-knotted rug needs hand-washing. We do it the way the rug was made to be cared for.
- Genuine rug people. Three generations of the Malik family — we know what a Persian, an Oushak, or a silk rug can and can't take.
- Honest about results. Most fresh spills and general soiling come out beautifully. If a stain is set-in or permanent, we'll tell you up front — no false promises.
- Any rug, any maker. Bought from us or anywhere else, antique or modern — we clean them all.
Give your rug a fresh start
Free quote, honest advice, gentle hands.
Common questions
Do you clean rugs I didn't buy from Arteverk?
Yes. We hand-clean any rug — antique, vintage, or modern, from any source.
Can you get rid of pet urine and odor?
In most cases, yes. We treat pet urine, accidents, and odor deep in the pile and foundation — drawing it out rather than masking it. Severe, long-set pet damage we'll assess honestly before we start.
My rug got wet in a flood or leak — can you help?
Yes — and acting fast matters. A wet rug develops mildew, mold, dye bleed, and even foundation rot within a day or two, so the sooner we dry and clean it the right way, the more we can save. See our flood & water-damage rescue.
Will my stain come out completely?
Most fresh spills and general soiling lift beautifully. Old, set-in, or dye-based stains may not fully remove — and we'll tell you honestly what to expect before we begin rather than over-promise.
How much does cleaning cost?
It depends on the size, material, and condition, so we give a free quote first. Bring the rug in or email a few photos.
Do you offer pickup and delivery?
Yes, locally in the Houston area. Ask us when you book.
Need more than a clean? See our restoration and flood & water-damage services, or contact us for a free quote.