Job completed for Hillside Rug Cleaning and Repairs Customer

Completion date: October 15, 2025

Location: Hillside, NY

Why did the customer contact us?

This is an example of a classic Caucasian rug which is woven. This rug is from the 1900s and is an antique rug. The rug is threadbare and is densely knotted. The first picture shows the rug is worn and required work in the following areas:
-Field is worn and required reweaving
-Fringe is fraying and required fringe implants
-Binding is worn and unraveling which required 
-Original wool pile is coming out which required new wool to be woven into the field

Solutions provided:

The second picture shows the post repair work where Jafri Rug restoration
fixed this rug by doing the following: This took approx 6 months to restore
-The rug was rewoven in the field bringing back the true colors and warp and
weft of the rug -The fringe was refringed -The edging was rebound to make sure
the wool would not unravel into the field -Color restoration was done to bring
back the dye lots of the rug 1.Inspection and Identification: Jafri Rugs
carefully inspected to assess the extent of the moth damage. This
involves checking the front and back of the rug for signs of infestation.

1. Moth Treatment: The rug would be treated to eliminate any remaining moths and eggs. This usually involves a deep fumigation
process using eco-friendly chemicals or freezing the rug to kill any pests.

• Re-weaving or Repairing Damaged Areas: The
  affected areas would likely require Jafri's weavers reweaving the entire field.
  The damaged wool would be carefully removed, and new wool fibers, typically
  dyed to match the original, would be woven into the affected areas to restore
  the rug's appearance.

2. Worn and Faded Areas of the rug As an example the medallion is a
central feature in Persian rugs, and significant wear or fading can take away
from the rug's beauty and value.

• Color Restoration: To restore the faded vegetable
  and chrome dyes, Jafri's first class weavers dyeing techniques may be employed.
  This could involve carefully re-dyeing the
  area using natural dyes or
  color-safe synthetic dyes. This process is done with precision to match
  the original hues and avoid dye bleeding.


• Reweaving/Restoration: If the medallion's
  pattern is worn down to the point of damage, Jafri's weavers had to reweave the
  intricate design. This involves painstakingly replicating the original design
  and colors.
  

3. Fringe and Binding Unraveling
The fringe and the binding are crucial for maintaining the structural integrity and
aesthetic of the rug.

• Fringe Repair or Replacement: The
  unraveling fringe would need to be reattached or replaced, depending on the
  extent of the damage. Jafri's weavers often restore the fringe by knotting it
  back into place using similar fibers (wool or silk, depending on the rug's
  original material). If the fringe is too damaged, it might need to be
  completely replaced.


• Binding Reinforcement: The edges and
  binding would also be repaired. This could involve stitching new binding
  material (usually wool or cotton) onto the rug's edges, followed by a careful
  reinforcement of the stitching to prevent further unraveling. A careful color
  match is essential to keep the aesthetic intact.

4. Wool Pilling

Pilling happens when fibers get tangled and form small balls of fuzz, which can occur naturally over time with
wool rugs.

• Shaving the Rug: Pilling can be removed
  through a careful process of shaving. Special tools or razors designed for rugs
  are used to gently remove the pill without damaging the fibers underneath. The
  professional would carefully go over the rug to ensure the pilling is removed
  evenly, leaving the wool in good condition.


• Deep Cleaning: After shaving off the
  pilling, the rug would undergo a deep cleaning to remove any remaining loose
  fibers and dirt. This would also help restore the softness of the wool.


• Additional Steps in the
  Restoration Process: Deep Cleaning: Once the repairs are done,
  the rug would be carefully cleaned using appropriate techniques for Persian
  rugs. This would likely involve hand-washing the rug with a gentle, wool-safe
  detergent to remove dirt, oils, and any debris, followed by rinsing and drying.


• Final Inspection: After repairs, the rug
  would undergo a final inspection to ensure that all issues (moth damage, wear,
  pilling, etc.) have been properly addressed. Any minor touch-ups or final
  adjustments would be made.