Our Antique Wash service is available nationwide
Want the classic look of an antique rug without paying a hefty price tag? The special Antique Wash for rugs is an excellent choice! Many naturally vintage rugs are yellow or beige from aging which is permanent, but rug Antique Washing is a special wash that gives any rug a vintage look to give it a softer appearance without sacrificing its classy aura and avoiding the yellow & beige antique appearance.
You’ll find it almost impossible to tell the difference between a real antique and one processed by this method – even antiques specialists have been tricked! The results are that realistic.
The special wash is completely safe for you, your family, and your pets.
Antiquing rugs have been around for many years, it’s very popular with weavers in places like Turkey & India, but it has only recently become popular in the United States. Antique washing is especially popular among people who have oriental or Persian rugs that have been passed down from generation to generation as well as those who want their rugs to have an antique look without actually having them completely rewoven.
We offer 3 different washes:
- White Finish: softens the rug colors, it produces a white or off-white color to soften them and make them appear pastel-like
- Distressed Finish: gives your rug an authentic looking worn, distressed look that also mutes some of the colors.
- Silver Finish: gives your rug colors a shade of grey, stone or platinum-like
Our Antique finish is offered nationwide and is simple & affordable. The first step is providing you with a free quote which will include our simple process & instructions from start to finish. We’ll provide a tracking number once your rug(s) has been shipped to you. If you’re in the NY Tri-state area we can personally pick up & deliver for free.
Transform any rug into one that looks like a sophisticated, vintage piece without the hefty price tag. Give your rug an expensive-looking makeover to create an elegant and timeless look.
FAQ:
Q. What is Antique Wash for Rugs?
A. The Antique Wash finish provides a unique and vintage look to the rug. It works by using a compound wash, first making the rug look old and then lightening its hue. The shades can also be adjusted to produce soft pastel colors, in addition to giving it a more museum-like texture that’s softer than before.
Q. Can any rug be Antique Washed?
A. Polyester rugs cannot benefit from special Antique Wash.
Q. How does the value of my rug increase?
A. Your rug will hold a more vintage look at an affordable price to you. You will be able to sell it at an affordable price to another party or you may even make a profit and sell it at a higher price as the demand for antique rugs is very high.
Q. What kind of color results should I expect?
A. It depends on which wash you pick. Please see above the description of all 3 different washes.