Annual Wool Rug Cleaning in Brush Prairie, WA: A 9×12 Oriental-Style Rug
A Brush Prairie homeowner who has her large Oriental-style wool rug cleaned every year had it picked up, immersion washed and delivered back, free of charge, with the colors back in focus.
The Result in Four Lines
- The rug
- Large Oriental-style wool rug with a blue-gray field, rust-red borders and floral and medallion patterns, from a Brush Prairie, WA home.
- The problem
- A year of dust, tracked-in dirt and fine soil had left the surface looking tired and the colors less vibrant.
- What we did
- Dry soil extraction, an immersion wash that flushes soil out of the pile, controlled drying and final grooming.
- The result
- The dust and dirt are gone, the blue-gray field is brighter and the rust-red borders and gold accents stand out again.
Before & After
The same Oriental-style wool rug before this year’s cleaning and after it was washed, dried and groomed.
What to notice
- Compare the blue-gray field in the two photos.
- Look at the rust-red borders and the gold accents, which stand out more after cleaning.
- The soil here was manageable because the rug is cleaned on a regular schedule.
Detail photos
The Situation
A Brush Prairie homeowner has made annual rug cleaning part of her home care routine. Each year she has her large Oriental-style wool rug picked up, cleaned and returned. The rug has a soft blue-gray field, rust-red borders, gold accents and an intricate floral and medallion pattern. This year was no different: a full year of everyday dust, tracked-in dirt and fine soil had settled into the pile and dulled the colors.
What We Found
Because she keeps the rug on a regular schedule, the soiling was manageable and not severe. Still, a year of Pacific Northwest living, with foot traffic, seasonal dust and normal household use, had left the surface looking tired. The borders and the field both showed the gradual buildup that regular vacuuming alone cannot fully remove.
How We Cleaned This Wool Rug
- 1
Free pickup and inspection
We picked the rug up at no charge and inspected it at our plant.
- 2
Dry soil extraction
Thorough dry soil extraction pulled out the grit and dust that had worked into the fibers.
- 3
Immersion wash
An immersion wash flushed the accumulated soil out of the pile, instead of just cleaning the surface.
- 4
Controlled drying
The rug dried in a controlled environment so the wool was not stressed.
- 5
Final grooming and free delivery
We groomed the pile so it sits evenly and the colors come back into focus, then delivered the rug free of charge.
The Result
When the rug was fully dry, the dust and dirt were gone, the blue-gray field looked brighter, and the rust-red borders and gold accents stood out again. We delivered it back to her Brush Prairie home the same way we picked it up, free of charge, ready for another year of use. Results depend on a rug’s age, dyes and wear, which is why we inspect first.
Care Tips for This Kind of Rug
- Vacuum wool regularly with suction only, and keep the vacuum off the fringe.
- Rotate the rug every few months so wear and sunlight are even.
- For most homes, a professional wash about every 2 years is plenty. Busy homes or homes with pets may prefer every 12 to 18 months, and some customers, like this one, choose annual cleaning.
About this write-up: The photos and the cleaning are real. We do not publish the customer’s name or address.
Questions About This Project
How often should a wool rug be cleaned?
About every 2 years for normal use, and every 12 to 18 months for homes with pets, children or an entry rug. Some customers choose annual cleaning, which keeps fine soil from building up.
How much does it cost to clean a 9×12 wool rug?
A 9×12 rug is 108 square feet. Wool and hand-knotted rugs are $4.00 to $4.50 per square foot, so about $432 to $486. We confirm your price after inspection, and pickup and delivery are free within 35 miles.
Can you clean an Oriental-style wool rug?
Yes. We inspect the rug and test the dyes, remove the dry soil first, then wash by immersion and dry the rug in a controlled environment.
Do you pick up rugs in Brush Prairie?
Yes. Pickup and delivery are free in Brush Prairie (ZIP code 98606), which is inside our 35-mile free zone.
Photos and details are from a real Benchmark project. Last updated October 30, 2026.
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