Water Damage Restoration & Mitigation
Rapid extraction, structural drying, and full mitigation to protect your property from further water intrusion and secondary damage.
Learn More →Advanced UV-activated treatment techniques that restore color, texture, and life to fine fabrics — safely and permanently.
About This Service
Fading, staining, and color loss in premium fabrics are not surface problems — they are fiber-level conditions. Standard cleaning addresses soils. Color correction addresses the fiber itself. Salem Steamer combines advanced UV light activation with precisely matched treatment products to restore the original color depth and uniformity of fine upholstery, drapery, and specialty textiles. This service is particularly effective for sun-faded fabrics, water-stained upholstery with color loss, and high-value pieces where replacement is not the preferred option.
Our Process
Each piece is evaluated for fiber content, dye composition, and the nature of the color loss or damage. This determines the precise chemistry and UV protocol to be applied — there is no universal approach when dealing with premium fabrics.
The fabric is prepared by removing embedded soils and residues that would interfere with treatment penetration. This step ensures that the color correction agents work directly on the fiber rather than on surface contamination.
Targeted safe treatment products are applied and activated using controlled UV light exposure. This technique penetrates fiber structure to restore color uniformity and depth — not a surface-level coating, but a genuine restoration of the original appearance.
A protective finish compatible with the specific fiber type is applied to preserve the restored color. A final inspection under controlled lighting confirms uniform coverage, color integrity, and complete treatment before the piece is returned.
Real Results

True restoration reaches beyond the surface.
Arlington, VA
Why Salem Steamer
Every technician holds current IICRC certification. Every project follows S500/S520 standards without exception.
Independent certified industrial hygienists verify our results. We don't grade our own homework.
Serving Northern Virginia since 2003. Over two decades of documented outcomes across thousands of projects.
We return until it's right. Our guarantee is backed by documented results, not just a promise.
Common Questions
Pricing
Fabric restoration is quoted per piece based on fiber type, size, and extent of color loss. Contact us for a free assessment — we evaluate each piece individually and provide an honest evaluation of what can be achieved.
Get Started Today
Call our 24/7 emergency line or fill out the form below for a free assessment.
24/7 Emergency Line
571-344-383760–90 minute emergency response. Insurance coordination handled from day one. Available nights, weekends, and holidays.
Select a Date
May 2026
Available Monday through Saturday. Weekends are unavailable. Bookings open up to 60 days in advance.
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