Carpet Cleaning Services in Lebanon: When, Why, and How to Choose
AdvisorLB Team
Most Lebanese homes have at least one rug they would never want to ruin — a wedding gift, a grandparent's Kashan, or a hand-knotted piece from a souk trip. Professional cleaning extends its life by years.
Common cleaning methods
- Hot-water extraction (steam): standard for wall-to-wall synthetic carpet.
- Hand wash: the gold standard for wool and silk rugs — fibres are washed flat, rinsed, and slow-dried.
- Dry compound: for delicate antiques where minimal moisture is needed.
- Encapsulation: low-moisture method common in offices that need fast drying.
How to choose
- Ask which method they recommend for your specific rug — and why.
- For handmade rugs, ask if washing happens off-site at a dedicated facility (better) or on-site (faster but harsher).
- Request photos of similar rugs they have cleaned, before and after.
- Confirm pricing per square metre and any pickup/delivery fees.
Realistic expectations
- Old stains (coffee, ink, pet urine) may not lift fully — be wary of guarantees.
- Wool rugs may smell for a day or two after washing; this fades.
- For valuable rugs, professional cleaning every 2–4 years is enough.