Expert Rug
Repair

Much like a car, carpets need to be maintained to counter the effects of normal wear and tear over time. The repair and restoration of Persian rugs is truly a technique we take very seriously. To pour life back into a work of woven art, to restore its beauty and make it last through the generations is genuine beauty.

Ahmady’s specializes in the repair & restoration of Persian rugs and all of our work is done in-house. This means the quality of your repairs is guaranteed. What’s more, since there is no middle man, our prices are surprisingly reasonable.

The sides and the ends of the rug are in place to prevent the rug from unraveling. Once the sides and/or ends wear and weaken, this quickly puts the rug at risk of unraveling. The most common type of repair, therefore, is to secure the rug from the normal everyday wear and tear. Having your rug taken in for maintenance every five to ten years will keep it looking great and lasting for generations.

Another common question is whether or not repairing rugs affects their value. A quality repair, using old vegetable dyed wool and a proper weave, will always add to the value of a rug whether it is new or a one of a kind antique masterpiece. The problem is when a rug is repaired poorly, using the wrong wool or weave, or is repaired in a way which goes against its original character. At Ahmady’s you can be assured that your rugs always receive the highest quality repairs. After dealing with antique rug collectors for over generations, we know how to care for all types of rugs – new and old – in a way that maintains its originality and character.

Side & End Repair

The most common areas of repair are the sides & ends which is where all four sides of your rug is secured as needed. This amazingly transforms a fragile, worn carpet into one that looks not only quite sturdy but also original. Much like the way an old painting looks fragile outside of a good frame, we “frame” your carpet into a long lasting, beautiful work of woven art.

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Fringe Repair

The ends of the rug are the two sides with fringe along the width of the rug. When it comes to the ends, there are different options: New Fringes, Fringe Removal or Implanting Fringe. New fringes are sewn onto the rug and are recommended for thicker piled rugs like Indian rugs, for example. We recommend the Zangera stitch for thinner piled rugs like most Persian rugs. Both of these options do fully secure and protect the rug from unraveling and keep the rug looking great and lasting for generations to come. In some cases, implanting fringe is the best option. Implanted fringes look beautifully original and can be as long as necessary.

Side Repair

What we call the “sides” of the rug are the sides without fringe along the length of the rug. To repair the sides, we wrap the side with wool that not only protects the rug from unraveling but also looks clean and original. Each rug will tell what thickness and color looks best. Fine rugs require a fine, narrow edge while thicker piled rugs look best with a coarser one. A proper thickness and color will truly transform the look of an entire carpet.

Hole Repair

Repairing holes are a two step process. The first and most important step is to rebuild the foundation of the carpet. If the foundation is improperly constructed, the repair will not come out well. We understand the importance of laying a solid foundation on which all great repairs rely on. The second step is to weave the area over the foundation as the rug was originally woven. Here the wool is matched precisely and skillfully woven. After, the area is sheared down to match the pile height of the rest of the carpet.

Resizing

We do recommend trading in oriental rugs that do not fit in a new location, however in some cases, for example, sentimental reasons, it is important to have a rug re-sized. This can be done very precisely in which the design can be matched accurately and beautifully creating an entirely new look while preserving the carpet’s essence. The reason we recommend trading in oriental rugs instead of re-sizing them is because once a rug is cut, it does not hold a resale value. However, structurally, carpets re-sized by Ahmady’s are completely secure and are guaranteed to last for generations.