Nepalese Rug Cleaning Cobham
Oriental Rug Spa offer a specialist Persian, Turkish, Caucasian, Afghan and Nepalese rug cleaning for Cobham, Surrey. We also offer a rug repair service. If you own a dirty or soiled rug that needs professional cleaning, then why not give us a call on 01276 423 150. We can arrange collection and delivery for you. The rug wash process required can differ from rug to rug, so we offer various methods of rug cleaning, from full immersion washing to dry cleaning. All rug fibres can be cared for – wool, cotton, silk and viscose. We can carry out a pet stain and odour treatment, moth treatment and apply a fibre protection to resist against soiling and staining. We have extensive experience with cleaning antique rugs and rugs with unstable dyes and offer a rug repair service, including fringes, sides and pile reweaving.
Nepalese Rugs
Professional Nepalese rug cleaning service covering Cobham, Esher, Weybridge and the surrounding Surrey area
Nepalese Rugs: A Guide for Cobham Homeowners
Nepalese rugs are among the most prized floor coverings in the world, and it’s not difficult to see why. If you own one in your Cobham home, understanding what makes it special will also help you appreciate why professional cleaning is so important.
A Rich Heritage
Nepalese rug-making has its roots in Tibetan tradition, with a history stretching back to the 16th century. Production grew significantly in the 1970s, when hand-crafted pieces began to be exported across Europe and demand has continued to grow ever since.
Materials & Construction
The primary material used in Nepalese rugs is wool sourced from Himalayan sheep, prized for its softness, natural sheen, and resilience. Silk is often blended in to add elegance and a beautiful lustre, while vibrant colours are traditionally achieved using natural dyes derived from plants, minerals, and insects.
The pile is typically hand-washed and hand-spun, giving the wool both strength and elasticity. Nepalese rugs generally range from 40 to 125 knots per square inch, and many feature areas of high and low pile that are hand-carved using shears — a highly skilled process where a single error can damage the entire rug.
What Sets Them Apart
The distinctive Tibetan knotting technique — which differs from Persian or Turkish knots — gives Nepalese rugs a thick, resilient pile that is especially soft underfoot and well-suited to modern interiors. Many contemporary designs blend traditional Himalayan motifs with styles created by European designers, making them a versatile choice for homes across Surrey.
Why Professional Cleaning Matters
The very qualities that make Nepalese rugs so luxurious — natural wool, silk accents, hand-spun fibres, and natural dyes — also make them delicate. After weaving, the rug is washed by hand, stretched evenly, and dried in the sun; the pile is then carefully trimmed and carved to bring out the design. Replicating this level of care at home is virtually impossible, and incorrect cleaning methods can cause irreversible damage to the fibres or colours.
At Oriental Rug Spa, we have extensive experience cleaning Nepalese and Tibetan rugs for clients throughout Cobham, Oxshott, Esher, and the surrounding areas. Get in touch today for a free assessment.
Extremely pleased with the result and would happily use them again.
They were 19 years old and a little flat and slightly stained.
They came back totally renewed. The pile was lifted and
colours restored. I would recommend this Rug Spa.
It was returned within the promised time frame and it is now back in position looking and feeling very much better.
Your service was excellent from start to finish the rug was beautifully clean, the pile was totally revitalised and it smelt so fresh again after my Border Terrier had a little accident on it! I would highly recommend your service from my experience.
