Job completed for Saugerties Turkish Sumac Rug Cleaning and Repair Customer

Completion date: October 3, 2025

Location: Saugerties, NY

Why did the customer contact us?

Restoring a Turkish Sumac rug requires skill and precision, as
these rugs often feature intricate, hand-done stitching and delicate fibers.
The restoration process is more complex than standard cleaning and typically
involves repairing any damage to the fibers, design, or structure of the rug. This rug is over 100 years old and requires delicate work.

The first picture shows the rug in a very worn condition. The rug is a valuable, yet very worn and requires attention to the following areas:

-Field is completely worn and torn in several areas and requires reweaving and color restoration work

-Fringe is completely torn off and requires fringe implants, to clarify, this IS NOT sewn on,  Jafri Rug restoration will do fringe implant work where weavers will implant the fringe into the warp and weft of the rug by hand

-Edging of the rug is unraveling into the field and requires new binding work to be added

Solutions provided:

The second picture shows the post restoration work, and the artistry shows that this rug maintains its antiquity and does not look newly made, it looks as though it came off the loom circa 1900.

Jafri Rug restoration completely restored this rug by doing the following:

1. Inspection and Assessment

• The
  first step in Jafri Rugs restoration is a detailed inspection to assess
  the extent of the damage. This includes evaluating areas of wear,
  unraveling threads, fading colors, and any holes or tears in the rug.
  Special attention is given to preserving the original design and integrity
  of the stitching.

2. Cleaning Before Restoration

• Before
  any restoration work begins, the rug must be cleaned thoroughly. Cleaning
  ensures that any accumulated dirt or stains are removed so that the
  restoration work can be done on a clean surface. This also helps identify
  areas that may require special attention during the restoration process.

3. Reweaving Damaged Sections

• Reweaving:
  If the rug has areas of missing or damaged stitches, skilled artisans can
  reweave the missing sections, matching the original patterns and colors as
  closely as possible. This requires a high level of expertise to ensure the
  new stitches blend seamlessly with the rest of the rug.

4. Fringe and Edge Repair

• The
  fringe of a rug is often subjected to wear over time. If the fringe is
  frayed or missing, it can be reattached or replaced by hand, ensuring that
  it matches the original design and material.


• The
  edges of the rug may also need reinforcing or re-binding if they have
  started to unravel. This can be done by re-stitching or using a similar
  material to secure the edges.

5. Dyeing and Color Restoration

• Color
  Fading: Over time, the dyes in a Turkish Sumac rug may fade due to
  exposure to sunlight, wear, or improper cleaning. Skilled restoration
  experts can re-dye the affected areas using professional, colorfast dyes
  to restore the rug’s original hues.


• Matching
  Colors: When dyeing a rug, it’s critical to match the colors exactly
  to ensure that the restoration is seamless. This process is usually done
  by hand to ensure accuracy.

6. Final Inspection

• Once
  all the restoration work is completed, a final inspection is conducted to
  ensure the rug is restored to its original condition. The rug is checked
  for any missed areas, color inconsistencies, or stitching issues that may
  need to be addressed before it’s returned.