Oriental Rug Exchange

About Oriental Rug Exchange

Oriental Rug Exchange is a specialty retail business and online marketplace for Oriental rugs located in the Downtown area on Oxford Street East. Serving those in need of high-quality floor coverings and specialized maintenance, the business has been operating since 1969. The shop offers a diverse selection of authentic, handmade rugs categorized by age and style. This includes modern rugs, vintage pieces between 30 and 80 years old, and antique rugs over 80 years old. Specific examples of their inventory include Pakistan rugs from Peshawar and Chobi, Persian rugs such as Qum Pure Silk, Kerman, Sarouk, Isfahan, Mashad, and Qashqai, as well as Turkish Kayseri prayer rugs and Afghan Turkmen Bokhara runners. In addition to retail, the business provides rug consignment, repairs, and professional cleaning services. Their cleaning process is described as a methodical 10-step system designed to protect handmade treasures. This includes expert identification and assessment, deep pile dusting, targeted pre-treatment, gentle hand washing with pH-balanced cleaners, thorough rinsing, controlled water extraction, climate-controlled drying, fringe restoration, quality verification, and final pile grooming. The business emphasizes the use of eco-friendly solutions and state-of-the-art equipment to restore rugs to their original splendor. Customers can also take advantage of free pick up and delivery for their cleaning needs.