Silk rug care for Manhattan apartments: why silk needs special care, real vs. art silk, spill steps and placement tips. $4–$5 per sq ft, 20% off first cleaning.

Wool rug care for Manhattan apartments: 10 things never to do, safe vs. risky products, spill steps and moth tips. $4–$5 per sq ft, 20% off first cleaning.

Rugs smell after cleaning because of over-wetting (moisture trapped in padding breeds mold and mildew), soap residue left behind, or

Coffee stains on area rugs should be blotted immediately with cold water and white towels never rubbed or scrubbed. For