A Persian rugs adds beauty and warmth to a home. The difference between a carpet and a rug is whether or not it is an attached floor covering. Wall-to-wall floor coverings attached to strips along the wall are carpets. Persian rugs are usually accent pieces. They may be antique, pop contemporary, or handmade.  Persian rugs can become damaged, even when cleaned properly. The rugs are made of fabric that is sensitive to wear-and-tear. Rugs sometimes degrade due to aging. There are things to do to delay the aging process. Taking care of Persian rugs protects your investment and prevents damage. Protect the beautiful rugs from harm with the following techniques.  All these rugs fall under the category of oriental rugs, thus maintaining them requires professional services every 2 years that specializes in oriental rug cleaning and all aspects of it such as stain removal, fringe repair or color restoration.  Six Basic Steps to Protect Your Persian Rug  Keep the rug out of direct sunlight to protect from sun damage. Sunlight causes a rug to become lighter or fade where it is hit by the sun. Antique rugs and those with colors made of natural substances are particularly susceptible.   Rotate the…