Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Rug Cleaning & Restoration Services in Portland
Renaissance Rug Cleaning was founded in 1999 by Randy and Val Hyde, who combined their expertise in rug care and weaving to create a specialized workshop dedicated to the cleaning and restoration of Oriental and area rugs. With over 35 years of combined experience in the rug industry, including work with tribal rug expert James Opie and international projects in Afghanistan, Turkey, and Iran, the company focuses exclusively on hand-cleaning techniques using eco-friendly solutions. Our team prioritizes preserving the authenticity and value of rugs through meticulous repair, resizing, and reweaving services, serving Portland and surrounding areas. We collaborate with top rug retailers and designers, offering custom rug pads and educational resources to ensure long-term rug preservation. Our commitment to traditional methods and customer education has established us as a trusted leader in the rug care industry.
Services
Rug Cleaning
Rug Repair
Rug Pads
Drop-Off Cleaning
Pet Urine Removal
Antique Rug Restoration
Rug Resizing
Fringe Repair
Moth Damage Repair
Rug Appraisals
Served areas
- Aloha, Beaverton, Bethany, Cedar Hills, Cedar Mill, Clackamas, Durham, Garden Home-Whitford, Gladstone, Happy Valley, Jennings Lodge, Johnson City, King City, Lake Oswego, Lents, Marylhurst, Maywood Park, Metzger, Mill Plain, Milwaukie, Min
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized rug cleaning expertise since 1999.
- Our team uses traditional hand-washing techniques with eco-friendly solutions.
- We provide expert repair services preserving rug authenticity and value.
- Our custom rug pads are engineered for hard surfaces and radiant flooring.
- We serve Portland and 15+ surrounding communities with pickup/drop-off options.
What people say
Expert repair work
Eco-friendly methods
Knowledgeable staff
Preserved antique value
Convenient drop-off
Services
Rug Cleaning
Our hand-cleaning process removes deep-seated dirt and odors from Oriental, Persian, and natural fiber rugs using eco-friendly solutions. No machines or harsh chemicals ensure fiber integrity. Specializing in heirloom and antique rugs, we restore vibrancy while preserving historical value through traditional techniques developed over 25 years of rug care expertise.
Rug Repair
Expert hand-repair services address moth damage, fraying edges, and structural wear in hand-woven rugs. Our specialists use original production yarns and reweaving techniques to maintain authenticity. From fringe restoration to full-scale reweaving, we preserve collectible value while extending rug lifespan through meticulous craftsmanship.
Rug Pads
Custom-cut vinyl-backed rug pads protect hardwood floors and prevent slipping. Engineered for radiant heating systems, our washable, pet-proof pads reduce wear in high-traffic areas. Available in standard and custom sizes, these nonslip underlayments extend rug longevity while maintaining aesthetic integrity for both machine-made and handmade carpets.
Drop-Off Cleaning
Convenient weekday drop-off service at our SE Portland workshop requires no appointment. Customers receive free rug ID evaluations and verbal valuations during 10-minute check-in. Cleaning turnaround takes 7-10 business days, with optional repair services available. Off-street parking and staff assistance simplify rug transport for oversized items.
Antique Rug Restoration
Specialized restoration for 100+ year-old rugs maintains historical authenticity through traditional reweaving and natural dye matching. Our experts handle fragile textiles with care, addressing structural damage while preserving original craftsmanship. Services include color restoration, moth damage repair, and foundation reinforcement for collectible Persian, Turkish, and tribal rugs.
People
Randy Hyde
Founder & President
With 35+ years in rug care, Randy founded Renaissance Rug Cleaning in 1999 after working with tribal rug expert James Opie. He served as ARCS president and consulted on Afghan rug production for USAID, combining technical expertise with hands-on craftsmanship in natural dyes and spinning.
Val Hyde
Co-Owner & Repair Specialist
A skilled weaver and textile artist, Val oversees rug repair services using her expertise in fiber arts. With 25+ years at Renaissance, she ensures authentic restoration of hand-woven rugs while maintaining the company's commitment to traditional craftsmanship and customer education.
Questions
What rug types do you clean?
We specialize in Oriental, Persian, Navajo, wool, silk, and natural fiber area rugs, including antique and heirloom pieces.
Do you offer pickup/delivery?
Yes, we provide rug pickup and delivery services in Portland metro areas with no heavy lifting required from customers.
How often should rugs be professionally cleaned?
Every 1-3 years depending on usage, with immediate spot cleaning recommended for spills to prevent permanent staining.
Can damaged rugs be repaired?
Yes, we repair moth damage, frayed edges, and structural wear using hand techniques that preserve rug authenticity and value.
Are your cleaning methods safe for pets and children?
Yes, we use non-toxic, eco-friendly solutions and offer pet-proof rug pads for safe, hypoallergenic rug care.
Do you sell area rugs?
Yes, we offer antique, vintage, and new hand-woven rugs from Persian, Afghan, and Turkish collections with shipping included.
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Reviews (22)
Karen Glaser
Mar 09, 2022
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It is a pleasure to do business with a person who loves their work. Quality of work excellent, and the owner is very knowledgeable about rugs. He understands that a rug is not just for foot traffic but that it can tell a story, is a part of ones life. He is a true craftsman. Highly recommend. Service: Area rug cleaning
Heather Mather
Feb 16, 2022
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Val did a great job patching up a 3-day old rug that my dogs chewed a hole in. It is unnoticeable! Thanks Val!
Rhett Savage
Oct 18, 2021
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This is a wonderful, family owned business. They use a non-toxic process to clean rugs, and are very friendly and easy to work with. The colors in the oriental recently inherited from my mother really "pop" after cleaning. Highly recommended!
Marilyn Pool
Sep 22, 2021
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Everyone I had contact with at Renaissance was helpful, polite, professional, and warm. The pick up and drop off services were very convenient, and they did a great job with my rugs. I recommend Renaissance without reservation. Services: Area rug cleaning, Pet stain & odor removal
Michael Brian
Sep 15, 2021
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Renaissance Rug Cleaning is wonderful. For over 20 years I have collected Oriental rugs, primarily antique tribal rugs. This year Renaissance Rug Cleaning has provided me with over 15 rug pads and cleaned and repaired a fragile antique tribal rug. The repair and cleaning was top rate. The rug pads are also top rate but the cleaning and repair of my favorite antique tribal rug is why I am writing this recommendation.
Chris J.
Aug 22, 2021
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Val and Randy were amazing! Very responsive and great communication. The rug looked great when it came back. They are experts, knew where my rug had come from and how to clean it (what to do and what to not do). The deliver guys were great too.
Len Sorese
Jun 03, 2021
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I took my Zapotec rug in to be cleaned - Holy Guacamole, I can't believe how beautifully it turned out. The colors are now really vivid - I'm almost hesitant to walk on it again. Great work
Studio Reset
May 30, 2021
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I have been holding their business card in my wallet for years. Now that I'm moving I thought this would be a perfect time to get my rugs cleaned. They did a great job. My experience, here in Portland, is getting a quick response from a business and they were very responsive. They picked my rugs up, and dropped them off for $40. What a great deal, I don't own a car so Uber would have been more. Great Service! Thank you.
Orego Homa
Dec 08, 2020
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People who value fine rugs (Persian, or other) can trust Randy and his crew for their knowledge and delicate care. They do a fine job in cleaning and restoring such rugs, while paying exquisite attention to details. Randy (the owner) understands the value of such pieces of art, and treats them artfully.
Edmund Frank
Dec 04, 2020
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We had an emergency with a massive stain on our rug. We called another rug cleaning company that we had used for over 20 years and they were less than helpful. First, they really could not give us any suggestions of what to do at home and second, they were totally unavailable to pick up the rug for a week. We found about Renaissance and called them. They were wonderful. We received instructions on what to do on an urgent basis (it worked) and then they picked up the rug that day. The delivery folk were wonderful. The cleaning was superb. They were able to clean the wool and silk rugs so it looked new. Well we now know who to call!
Mary Hazard
Nov 13, 2020
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Dye leaked from a pet mishap. Did not think it was cleanable because of the maroon bleed into beige. Got the rug back yesterday, I am amazed at the fantastic job. Looks brand new with no evidence of stain. Absolutely beautiful. Would highly recommend. Services: Pet stain and odour removal, Area rug cleaning
Flowersprite
Nov 05, 2020
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It takes a special kind of person to do this intricate detail oriented work. Renaissance Rugs, owners & employees, possess an "Encyclopedia Britannica" knowledge base that covers the history, geography, culture, manufacturing process, repair protocol, cleaning protocol, along with an artistic ability to address anything about your beloved rugs. They are enthusiasts. Do yourself a favor and take a tour.
I was enthralled by all they do. Oriental carpets are heirlooms that need periodic cleaning and repairs. Insure that your precious rugs will be treated correctly and with loving respect. Go see the amazing folks at Renaissance Rug Cleaning.
I was enthralled by all they do. Oriental carpets are heirlooms that need periodic cleaning and repairs. Insure that your precious rugs will be treated correctly and with loving respect. Go see the amazing folks at Renaissance Rug Cleaning.
Ann Hill
Mar 28, 2020
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We have been so pleased with all the services from Renaissance Rug Cleaning. We live in Washougal, WA and have some oriental rugs of a large size that are too difficult for us to move, transport and reset after cleaning. Renaissance is willing for a very nominal fee to delivery the rug after cleaning and place in the room where it has come. We also have used them to repair two rugs that belonged to my grandmother so much be over a hundred years old.
They did on both of these rugs a beautiful job: one needed work on binding and the other needed some thin, weak areas rewoven. You will not be disappointed with their work or service ---- very pleasant family people with which to deal.
They did on both of these rugs a beautiful job: one needed work on binding and the other needed some thin, weak areas rewoven. You will not be disappointed with their work or service ---- very pleasant family people with which to deal.
Tracy Woodson
May 16, 2019
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Renaissance Rug Cleaners are fabulous to work with. Very knowledgeable about how to care for your rugs. I brought in 4 rugs that had been stored dirty for over a decade and they came back looking great! They even did a few minor repairs that I couldn't even tell had been repaired. I'll be using this company from now on for sure!
Mike Strickland
These guys are really terrific. They're actually a find. Been using them for years on our nice hand knotted and machine knotted rugs. Renaissance is knowledgeable, conscientious, and best of all provide a great service of professional hand cleaned rugs. Their goal is an actual cleaned rug! They'll run it again if it's not completely clean. They deep clean. Really old school stuff. Trust me, I've had other top pro rug cleaning services in Portland and in Seattlek in past years.
Their cleaning just don't last very long- They're not cleaning the rugs as deeply or as thoroughly. Renaissance would be a 5 out of 5. The other services are about a 3 out of 5. These guys work hard, honest hours- local family run business. Highly recommended.
Their cleaning just don't last very long- They're not cleaning the rugs as deeply or as thoroughly. Renaissance would be a 5 out of 5. The other services are about a 3 out of 5. These guys work hard, honest hours- local family run business. Highly recommended.
Kate Vireo
The people and service at Renaissance are great. Straightforward, honest, kind, helpful. They provide good, solid service and work; are generous with information and suggestions not only about cleaning and maintenance but about the specific rugs themselves; and are never pushy. My estate-sale purchased rugs look great, I now know their origin and age, and I'm a happy customer.
Cathleen Buckon
Randy and staff have been cleaning our rugs for 20 plus years and have always done a fabulous job. Repaired a large handwoven Persian rug with some moth damage beautifully. Also have been able to mend rugs that a puppy has chewed. Very knowledgeable staff and very service oriented. They are a pleasure to interact with.
Barry Kast
For years I have been taking my collectible rugs to he best known cleaner in the city. But not any more. After a first experience at Renaissance, I am fully committed to their careful technique, respect for the integrity of the weaver's art and the use of authentic material used in carpet repair. I was embarrassed to learn that the machine selvedge done on my 100 year old Ersari could have been properly done with correct techniques, was an instant lesson. I received a complete tour of the facility and an introduction to professional rug care. For both cleaning and repair we plan to entrust our rugs to the skillful staff at the Renaissance Rug firm.
Jackie Yerby
I've been a customer of Renaissance Rug Cleaning for many years. I trust them to take care of my rugs. I've recently been back to get my rugs cleaned after dealing with frequent urination on my rugs by my two dogs. My efforts to clean it up only seem to make it worse and the smell was unbearable. Whenever people came over I apologized for the urine smell. After being cleaned by Renaissance Rug Cleaning, my rugs and my house no longer smell like dog pee and I feel confident inviting people over again.
David Riley
I have been using Renaissance Rug Cleaning since moving to Portland ten years ago. They are great. I just 8 rugs (up to 10 X 12) cleaned with no problems or complaints. They picked up the rugs for cleaning and laid them back down within two weeks.
Jill Morse
Our labrador decided that our area rug would make a tasty meal and chewed at least nine areas of our decorative 8 X 11 rug. When Renaissance returned the rug to us, it was impossible to find the ares that had been repaired. They did an excellent job. Sadly, they declined an offer to take our dog. I highly recommend Renaissance Rug for damaged rugs. They made our rug like new.
Edmund Frank
We had an emergency with a massive stain on our rug. We called another rug cleaning company that we had used for over 20 years and they were less than helpful. First, they really could not give us any suggestions of what to do at home and second, they were totally unavailable to pick up the rug for a week. We found about Renaissance and called them. They were wonderful. We received instructions on what to do on an urgent basis (it worked) and then they picked up the rug that day. The delivery folk were wonderful. The cleaning was superb. They were able to clean the wool and silk rugs so it looked new. Well we now know who to call!