By Alanrn June 15, 2014
I was disappointed with the lack of organization, feedback and communication. Perhaps there have been life changes or other issues to explain the decline in service? ...read more
By twistycone July 26, 2013
You might get a good price if you sell to this shop. But that is only because he melts down you're metals and mixes in junk to sell to others as pure. I bought .9999 pure silver from him that i later found out was attracted to a magnet. he then tried to lie to me when i wanted a refund saying that silver is magnetic and what he sells is good. ...read more
By Robertj888 February 19, 2013
We have been doing business with Jennie Krausse on and off since approximately 2008. Where we found her to be, although rough around the edges a fair and pleasant business woman. Recently, however, the opposite has been the case. We have witnessed her being rude, aggressive and unprofessional to both customers and her employees. We actually have heard her employees say things regarding her temper and her mood and their fear of approaching her until "she calms down". As a customer I recently became a victim of her false accusations,unwarranted, unprofessional and aggressive behavior . In my opinion Jennie Krausse Estate Sales method of doing business has changed drastically,not for the better and we will not be doing business with her again. ...read more
The highest quality rugs generally fall into the category of hand knotted. The hand knotted rug begins with a series of foundation fibers that are stretched out on a loom. These fibers become the two edges of the rug known as the fringe. The vertical foundation fibers are called the “warp.” While the foundation is typically made of cotton thread, the knots are usually of wool, although silk or cotton may also appear, sometimes as accents in the pattern or on their own. A typical handmade knotted rug created with wool contains fifty to 160 knots per square inch. A master rug maker might squeeze up to 400 knots into the same square inch. With the thinner fibers of silk, this number can approach one thousand knots per square inch! Even at fifty knots per square inch, you can now imagine why it takes a long time to produce a large rug by hand. In many countries, rug making is a family affair for this very reason — the added hands make the work go faster. After each row of knots is completed, another foundation fiber is woven horizontally below and above the warps. This is called the “weft” and it holds the knots in place on the warps. When the rug is complete, the warps are securely tied, holding the whole rug together. You can thus see why it is very important to treat the fringe with great respect. Never vacuum or pull out your fringe strings — they literally hold your rug together! Besides the choice of pattern, the number of warps for each knot (one or two) and the style of knot are all used to determine the likely country of origin for hand knotted rugs, perhaps even the sector of a particular country, as these techniques tend to be distinctive. A well-constructed wool hand knotted rug can easily last for a lifetime or longer. Examples found in some Persian tombs date to centuries before our common era. When you invest in a hand knotted rug and care for it properly, you are purchasing a durable good that can hold its value and remain in your family for generations to come. Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar specializes in the finest hand knotted rugs. Please come see our Sacramento store at 5623 H Street for examples of antique and new hand knotted rugs. ...read more
By Morry's Oriental Rug Bazaar August 16, 2014
Brief History of Oriental Rugs What the Western world calls an Oriental “rug” is actually much more versatile to their cultures of origin. Rugs in their home countries do cover floors, but they also hang from walls, from ceilings and they cover furniture. While the rugs of ancient Persia are rightly praised and have much to do with the fame of this product, households of all cultures have produced thick fabrics for domestic use and for sale. All of these were designed to be walked on, sat on, and more, so caring for them properly and keeping them clean has long been a historical priority. Wool — the Primary Fabric of Oriental Rugs When talking about wool, its best to remember the purpose it serves on sheep! Wool keeps a sheep warm, protects it from the elements and is naturally strong and durable. After shearing, the wool grows right back, just like the hair on our heads. Since sheep have served as a commodity in many cultures, wool has been available for fabrics since before records were kept. People have certainly come to appreciate the same things about wool that keep a sheep happy and comfortable! What’s more, a history of dyed wool would be very long indeed, as it stays colorfast for long periods with dyes from many different sources. Wool is economical, accessible, resilient and durable. Still, like all fibrous materials, it needs care, cleaning and occasional repair. Oriental Rug Cleaning and Maintenance It is best to clean your rug professionally every one to three years, depending on traffic patterns and habits in your house or business. Proper maintenance keeps the colors of a rug looking original, keeps the fibers soft, pliable and durable, and allows a rug to last beyond your own lifetime. Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar provides cleaning services for your rug collection. When to Rotate Your Oriental Rug Rugs must be rotated regularly! Two factors are important to consider: foot traffic and sunlight. If even a portion of a rug is in direct sunlight or if it receives regular, heavy traffic, it should be rotated at least every six months. For rugs away from sunlight and in light traffic, every two years is a minimum — perhaps after every cleaning. Vacuuming Your Oriental Rug Vacuuming is essential for the health of your rug and its fibers. This removes dirt, hair, dust and microbes from the material, preserving its freshness and cleanliness. Excessive suction should be avoided with all handmade fabrics and your rugs are no exception. If your rug has a fringe, never vacuum the fringe! Vacuuming fringe destroys it over time. Instead, sweep any dust and particles from the fringe in order to keep it neat. Underlayment for Oriental Rugs The underlayment is an essential part of keeping a rug properly maintained. Think of a rug as a house and the underlayment as a foundation. You should never have one without the other. Underlayment supports the rug, adds comfort to its use, keeps it from bunching and extends the life of the rug and the flooring underneath. We strongly recommend this relatively inexpensive necessity for every rug. Underlayment is naturally available from Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar. Restoring Oriental Rugs With such a lengthy history for wool carpets and rugs, professionals have learned over time how to repair most problems in Oriental rugs. Insect damage, wear damage, tears, burns, stains — many of these issues can be dealt with by experts available through Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar. Another method of handling damaged vintage rugs is overdying. You can talk to us about this technique and whether the rug you have would work well with this process. What is Sprouting? Did you know that rugs occasionally “sprout”? Fortunately, we do not mean that they start growing grass, flowers or beans. A handmade rug has thousands of individual strands of wool yarn. On occasion, one may rise up a little higher than the others in the rug pile. Do not pull the strand out! Simply get a pair of scissors to carefully clip the wool sprout so it’s the same height as its neighbors. How to Remove Rug Stains First off, if you are not supremely confident in your stain removal abilities, we do not recommend removing a stain on your own. Of course, when you’ve just spilled a glass of wine or Junior has left a felt tip marker on the rug, you may want to do something right away. Always feel free to call us at Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar for advice. For after hours, here are the basics: 1.When removing stains, the first rule is don’t make things worse! Always work from the outside edge of the stain to the center, otherwise you risk spreading the stain pigments. 2.For old stains that dried long ago, the process is wet, blot to dry, and repeat. It can take many repetitions to remove stains. The best stain removers for specific stains are discussed later on this page. Items for a Rug Stain Removal Kit Many rug owners keep a stain removal kit handy in the event of an accident. For stain removal you need: •Clean cloths or rags for blotting away stains and stain remover, •Paper towels are also handy, •A clothes brush, •Mild detergent without bleach or alkali, •White vinegar (not red!), •Dry cleaning fluid, •Weak ammonia (in a 7% solution) •Clean sponges, •Alcohol (not Jim Beam, either), •Glycerin, •A can of hair spray (keep away from open flame!) How to Clean Rug Stains 1. Work fast — don’t get distracted by multi-tasking! 2. Use paper towels or clean cloths to blot, not rub or scrub out, any excess liquid. Blotting removes stains, scrubbing and rubbing spreads stains around or forces them deeper into the fabric. 3. Use our suggestions below to select the right cleaning solution and with a clean cloth (not the one you used for blotting), work from the edge to the center of the stain. Do not soak the object with cleaner, merely blot it. 4. Pat with paper towels to remove excess fluids. 5. Dry the area with a fan or hair dryer. 6. Gently brush the spot with a clothes brush to restore the appearance of the pile. 7. It may be necessary to treat the rug more than once. If you see no improvement after multiple repetitions, it’s time to call the rug cleaning professionals at Morry’s Oriental Rug Bazaar, if you have not done so already. Removing Wax from Rugs Cover the wax with clean white tissue paper or a brown paper bag. Set an iron to medium hot and lightly place the iron on the paper. You don’t have to press! You are not removing wrinkles, just wax. The paper will absorb the melting wax. If some wax is left on the rug, repeat this step with new paper until the wax is fully removed. Do not let the iron stay in one place for long or your wax stain becomes a burn stain, or possibly a fire! Again, this is not a stain that allows for multi-tasking! Removing Ink from Rugs Saturate the ink with hair spray and allow the spot to dry. Brush on a weak solution of white vinegar and water. Removing Glue from Rugs Saturate the glue with a cloth soaked in alcohol or white vinegar. Removing Gum from Rugs Hold ice cubes against the gum until it becomes hard. Remove the gum with fingers, but avoid pulling out the individual wool yarns. If any stubborn spots remain, use spot remover to eliminate the last remnants. Blot dry. How to Remove Any Kind of Stain from a Wool Rug For information on other types of stains, the United States branch of Wools of New Zealand (this island in the Southern Hemisphere is one of the world’s leading producers of wool) has an excellent guide on their website for cleaning stains from wool carpeting. If you still don’t find the stain you need to fix there, call Morry’s immediately and we will provide you with a solution, based on four generations of family experience with rug and carpet stains. ...read more
By Morry's Oriental Rug Bazaar August 16, 2014
Professional Cleaning Preserves Your Investment Hiring a professional Oriental rug cleaner is an essential part of preserving the value, beauty and integrity of your rug and textile investments. Our Sacramento professional rug cleaners have been cleaning rugs and carpets for the past thirty years. To Morry’s, cleaning a rug goes beyond removing dirt from the surface. Cleaning your rugs is also an important part of maintaining the natural fibers. Our expert rug cleaners are trained to cleanse carpets and textiles made from all natural and man-made fibers, including cotton, wool and silk. For the past three decades, our rug cleaning team in Northern California has reinvigorated valuable textiles and rugs made with sensitive colors and delicate natural fibers. The cleaning process for each type of rug is different based on its material and manufacture. The process is simple in most cases: •INSPECT: We inspect the rugs thoroughly for stains, dyes, and weak spots (tears or worn areas). •DUST: All rugs go through a vigorous beating on the back to get the dirt to the surface. (This is the single most important phase of a thorough professional Oriental rug cleaning.) •WASH: We then wash the rugs with a mild detergent and cold water. (This is a true rug washing method going back hundreds of years.) •DRY: They are then hung to dry, depending on the type — sometimes they are flat dried. Knowing the difference is important. Things to Watch Out For in Rug Cleaning: •Stay away from ordinary carpet cleaners who claim they can clean handmade rugs. (It’s okay for them to clean your rugs only if they are machine-made or consist of nylon or polypropylene fabric.) Their expertise is in cleaning wall-to-wall carpets. Nylon and polypropylene are the same material used to manufacture most wall-to-wall carpeting. •Stay away from any type of steam cleaning! •Stay away from any wet washing method that does not use cold water. •Stay away from any dry cleaning method. Wherever you reside in Northern California, trust Morry’s, your local Sacramento Oriental rug dealers and cleaning professionals. Morry’s Motto: “We do it right the first time.” Pricing for Oriental Rug Cleaning ...read more
By Morry's Oriental Rug Bazaar August 16, 2014
An antique phone can bring in a little bit of money if you know the worth of it. Pricing your antique phone can give you an idea on how much to sell it for if and when you decide to sell it. Price your antique phone by taking a trip around your local and nearby area for an estimate. ...read more
An antique telephone isn’t capable of plugging into a modem telephone outlet because it doesn’t have a modular plug. However, you can modify an antique telephone and make it connect into a telephone outlet. You need a modular telephone plug, known as the RJ-11. ...read more