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Getting My Rug Cleaned — Brooklynian

Getting My Rug Cleaned

torisoaw
torisoaw
edited November -1 in Park Slope
If this were a different site, that subject might have an entirely different meaning.

For example, if this was ToupeeAficionado.com.

What did you think I meant?

ANYWAY, on this site, the meaning is as follows: does anyone have a recommendation for somewhere in the neighborhood where I can an oriental area rug cleaned for a reasonable price?

Thanks.
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  • subwayknitter
    subwayknitter
    only 132 posts, and yet you know us so well :)
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    I admit it. I thought dirty things. And was intrigued.
  • torisoaw
    torisoaw
    Ha. I guess it would have been more accurate to say that on this particular inquiry/thread the meaning specifically applies to an area rug. There are plenty of other threads on this site where the various and wondrous meanings of getting one's rug cleaned have been discussed at length.
  • richsedano
    richsedano
    Beave knows how to clean anything. You should let her "clean your rug" (if that's what the kids are calling it these days)
  • torisoaw
    torisoaw
    Anastasia Beaverhausen wrote: I admit it. I thought dirty things. And was intrigued.
    I work in advertising... a good headline can go a long way :)

    But what about my damn area rug already?!
  • torisoaw
    torisoaw
    Flexichick wrote: Beave knows how to clean anything. You should let her "clean your rug" (if that's what the kids are calling it these days)
    Haha. "Beave can clean my rug."

    This is just getting out of hand.
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    torisoaw wrote: [quote=Anastasia Beaverhausen]I admit it. I thought dirty things. And was intrigued.
    I work in advertising... a good headline can go a long way :)

    But what about my damn area rug already?!

    Okay, okay, on topic. Personally, I wouldn't take my rug anywhere unless it was filthy. I'd clean it myself.

    How big is the rug? Do you have access to a hose? Use a non-shedding sponge or soft brush and a solution of mild soap and cool water (not hot!). I wouldn't recommend a rug shampoo as it tends to leave a sticky residue. Rub in a linear motion. Rinse it well. Use a rolling pin or a shower squeegee to remove most of the water. Lay it flat to dry. Once it's dry to the touch, turn it over and let the underside dry.

    Perverts.
  • brooklynbound
    brooklynbound
    I wouldn't know anything about a rug cleaning if it hit me in the face. Damn hardwood floors.
  • torisoaw
    torisoaw
    I might give this a try, but I'd like to find somewhere to have it done professionally, since the roommate's friendly but not-too-well-trained pooch has turned it into his personal latrine.
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    torisoaw wrote: I might give this a try, but I'd like to find somewhere to have it done professionally, since the roommate's friendly but not-too-well-trained pooch has turned it into his personal latrine.
    Ah, okay. In this case, I'd recommend Nature's Miracle as well as some bitter apple spray. After you've cleaned the rug, spray it liberally with the bitter apple to keep his dirty ass off it.
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    you could have one of those people come to you. The carpet shampoo people. ...it seems easier than renting one of the machines, or having your rug be taken away and then returned
  • brooklyngigcenter
    brooklyngigcenter
    I just rented a powercleaner from Brooke's vacuums on 7th and 12th. $25 per day, $20 for detergent, $150 cash deposit. Did it myself, got decent results. A little elbow grease goes a long way. They'll also come onsite and do it for you, I think it's $90 per room.
  • brooklynbound
    brooklynbound
    Shamwow!
  • doldrums
    doldrums
    also Cline's rug cleaners will pick up your rug and deliver it back when cleaned
  • brooklynjack
    brooklynjack
    I've never used this place but have seen recommendations, maybe even here but I can't tell anymore



    http://www.licarpetcleaners.com/

    They are in Greenpoint (same as Clines rug cleaners)
  • torisoaw
    torisoaw
    Thanks, all.
  • lo kee
    lo kee
    torisoaw wrote: I might give this a try, but I'd like to find somewhere to have it done professionally, since the roommate's friendly but not-too-well-trained pooch has turned it into his personal latrine.
    Once you have it "cleaned" (ahem), you should, in all seriosuness get some of this to protect your investment from future dog mishaps:

    http://www.naturemakesitwork.com/home/index.php

    As a dog owner, I swear by this stuff. It works wonders!
  • dtgreat
    dtgreat
    I think there is a place that does rug cleaning on 4th st. and 7th ave. But I have never been in.
  • zebra
    zebra
    I took mine to Artesana at 7th Ave. & 1st St. The job took longer than originally promised but it got done. I recall the price was about standard.
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    Also, I would highly recommend getting yourself a bar of Fels-Naptha soap. It works on ANYTHING and I use it to scrub my kitchen and bathroom rugs 'cause they're small.
  • kittendoggy
    kittendoggy
    Once you get your rug cleaned, you can turn around and continue with this awesome invention:

    http://dlisted.com/node/32508

    (I like the "keep your dignity" piece)
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    Flexi, I will never do your dishes again. EVER!
  • rockingood
    rockingood
    Anastasia Beaverhausen wrote: Flexi, I will never do your dishes again. EVER!
    ha....I don't have OR need one of those things...I was thinking about that chick from Obsessed when I saw this (yes, I finally watched it).
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    Did you want to puke or what? Freakin' NASTY!
  • kimberjacks
    kimberjacks
    Anastasia Beaverhausen wrote: Did you want to puke or what? Freakin' NASTY!
    yah, but I felt sorry for her, too.
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    I didn't. The bitch wound up needing a blood transfusion. Four times. After the first, I'd have let her bleed out. Dummy.
  • parkslope26
    parkslope26
    I knew I could count on you for some compassion :-)
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    I have no time for compassion. I have to go buy new cleaning toothbrushes. For my BASEBOARDS! WHOO!!
  • lighghts
    lighghts
    Anastasia Beaverhausen wrote: I have no time for compassion. I have to go buy new cleaning toothbrushes. For my BASEBOARDS! WHOO!!
    you know whose baseboards are dirty? MINE!
  • anastasia beaverhausen
    anastasia beaverhausen
    Yes, I know. I wretched after I left. I didn't want to embarrass you.
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