Job completed for Customer in Albany

Completion date: August 4, 2025

Location: Albany, NY

Why did the customer contact us?

The first image shows how this rug has been left in a very
poor condition. The rug is an example of an antique Ming dynasty circa 1900
rug. This rug requires enormous attention to the following areas:

-Reweaving worn areas where warp and weft is showing

-Refringing as the fringe is torn off

-Rebinding as the binding is unraveling

-Vegetable dyes are fading

-Field of the rug is also showing unevenness in the wool
pile

Solutions provided:

Given the age and value of the rug, this is a rug that should not be sent to
any rug store, but should go to Jafri Rug restoration as the weavers are
specifically skilled to repair these threadbare rugs and understand the motifs
and match the wool dye lot for dye lot. The artistry will maintain the
antiquity of the rug and will not make it look newly made and will also raise
the value of the rug.

Jafri Rug restoration will do the following:

Jafri Rugs restoration will do the following:

1. Assessment and Inspection:

Condition Check: Inspect the rug thoroughly for signs of wear, including
fraying edges, missing or damaged knots, stains, or fading. This is essential
to assess the scope of restoration work needed.

Fabric Type: Identify the materials used (wool, silk, etc.) to ensure the
correct restoration techniques and materials are used.

Color Matching: Persian rugs often feature vibrant and intricate color
schemes. Color matching is important for any repairs to ensure the restoration
blends seamlessly with the original.

2. Cleaning:

Gentle Cleaning: Before restoration, the rug is cleaned to remove dirt and
stains. This is typically done by hand or machine using organic olive oil
shampoo foam to cleanse the rug and techniques that preserve the integrity of
the fibers.

Drying: After cleaning, the rug must be carefully dried to prevent any damage
or shrinkage.

3. Repairing Damaged Areas:

Reweaving/Knots: If there are missing or damaged knots, the missing sections
will be re-woven by hand. Skilled weavers use the same knotting technique that
was used in the original rug to ensure consistency.

Fringe Repair: If the fringe is damaged or missing, it can be reattached or
replaced using matching fibers.

Edge Repair: The rug’s edges may become frayed over time. A repair may involve
re-binding the edges to prevent further unraveling.

4. Color Restoration:

If the rug has areas with faded or discolored sections, dyes matching the
original colors may be applied to restore the vibrancy. This requires careful
attention to detail to blend the colors seamlessly.