A lot of cleaners take in rugs but don’t actually perform the work themselves; instead, they send them to specialized cleaners. If possible, deal directly with the company that actually does the work.

Do you know what’s lurking in your area rugs? Many are designed to hide your dirt, dust and dander, and they do a brilliant job. Part of the reason I picked the 10- by 14-foot area rug for my family ...

My Carpet Cleaning, based in Northbrook, IL, offers expert Persian rug cleaning using traditional and eco-friendly methods.

Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer to the best way to clean a rug because it depends on what type of rug you have and what type of cleaning it needs. But if you're dreaming of a clean ...