Antique carpets and rugs are imported mostly from China, Persia, India, Afghanistan, Caucasus, and Turkey. Some of the famous weaving areas of such antique carpets include Kashan, Agra, and many other locations. Antique carpets have a more artistic integrity, as they are exclusively hand woven. They are sold all over the world, with clients more than willing to pay whatever they have to in order to redefine their home and decorate in style. First of all, you should know what your choices are in cleaning methods and you should also know which one is the one you'll want to choose, as there are several available to choose from. A dry extraction type of cleaning will use a compound that contains detergents what will free stains and dirt which will then allow them to be vacuumed up. There are carpets that can be installed wall to wall, and carpets that can be cut to size with bound edges and carpet squares. Your first consideration when purchasing a new carpet should not be color, even though it is important. Your first consideration should be how much traffic you are going to have on the carpet. Once you have finished, be sure to dry the area as thoroughly as possible. Ink stains 1. You can purchase isopropyl rubbing alcohol at your local department or grocery store. 2. You can apply it by pouring some onto a clean white towel or cloth. You can use paper towels as well, as long as they are white. The bottom line Anytime you shop for carpet, no matter what the style may be, you should always know what you want and how it will fit in with your home. Along with frieze carpet, there are many other types such as Berber, loops, high pile, and others that will add quite a bit to your home. Your carpet is very important, and therefore you shouldn't rush buying it. With the present state of art equipment and technology, we are more than capable of high production and cleaning of carpet. The real disadvantage to steam carpet cleaning are the problems that are associated with over wetting and longer drying times. These can be eliminated however, by a skilled operator who uses equipment that is well maintained and in good overall operating condition.