1. Inspection & Evaluation

Before cleaning, each rug is carefully inspected for stains, fading, loose threads, worn areas, fringe damage, moth damage, water damage, and other structural concerns.

The rug's fiber type, dyes, construction, age, and condition help determine the appropriate cleaning process.

2. Deep Dust Removal

Dust, dirt, grit, and other dry soil are removed before washing. This important step helps reduce abrasive particles that can contribute to fiber wear.

3. Pre-Treatment & Soaking

Depending on the rug's condition, specialized pre-treatment and soaking may be used to loosen embedded soil, stains, pet contamination, and odors.

Antique and delicate rugs receive additional care during this stage.

4. Specialized Rug Washing

Jafri's professional rug-cleaning process includes washing both sides of rugs using specialized soaps and shampoos, followed by thorough rinsing. The process is adjusted according to each rug's materials and construction.

5. Grooming & Finishing

After cleaning, the rug can be carefully groomed to help restore the appearance and texture of the fibers.

6. Controlled Drying

Proper drying is an important part of professional rug cleaning. Jafri uses controlled drying procedures designed to help protect rugs from moisture-related problems and unnecessary fiber damage.

7. Final Inspection

Every rug receives a final inspection after cleaning. If additional treatment is necessary, further cleaning or restoration can be recommended.

Tibetan Rug Repair & Restoration

Tibetan rugs can develop holes, tears, worn areas, damaged fringe, loose edges, and weakened foundations through years of use.

Jafri Rugs provides professional Tibetan rug repair and restoration, including:

• Tibetan rug reweaving
• Hole and tear repair
• Foundation repair
• Fringe repair and replacement
• Edge and binding repair
• Moth damage repair
• Worn-area restoration
• Structural stabilization
• Color correction
• Antique rug restoration

Tibetan Rug Reweaving

When a Tibetan rug has a hole or severely worn section, hand reweaving may be used to reconstruct the damaged area.

The repair process can involve matching the original fibers, colors, weave, and pattern as closely as possible while rebuilding the damaged section by hand.

The objective is to create a strong, natural-looking repair while preserving the character and craftsmanship of the original rug.

Tibetan Rug Fringe Repair

Fringe can become worn, pulled, frayed, or completely detached over time. Because fringe may be connected to the rug's foundation, damaged fringe should be addressed before unraveling progresses into the body of the rug.

Jafri provides fringe repair and replacement, along with edge and binding restoration, to help stabilize the rug and protect its foundation.

Tibetan Rug Foundation & Edge Repair

The foundation of a handmade rug provides much of its structural strength. Damaged warp, weft, edges, or binding can cause a rug to weaken or lose its shape.

Professional restoration can stabilize these areas and, when appropriate, reconstruct damaged sections using materials selected to complement the original rug.

Antique Tibetan Rug Restoration

Antique Tibetan rugs require particularly careful handling because age can make their fibers and foundation more fragile.

Jafri Rugs specializes in cleaning and restoring handmade, antique, wool, silk, and other specialty rugs, with the treatment selected according to the condition of each individual piece.

The goal of antique rug restoration is not simply to make an old rug look new. Proper restoration should preserve its original craftsmanship, character, and historical appearance.

Tibetan Rug Moth & Water Damage Repair

Moths can damage wool fibers and create holes or weakened areas throughout a rug. Water and flood damage can also affect fibers, dyes, and the rug's foundation.

Jafri's rug-cleaning process specifically provides additional care for moth-eaten and water-damaged rugs, making professional evaluation an important first step when a Tibetan rug has experienced significant damage.

Why Choose Jafri Rugs for Tibetan Rug Cleaning & Repair?

Jafri Rugs has more than four decades of experience in rug sales, cleaning, and restoration and specializes in handmade Oriental rugs. The company imports handmade rugs from Tibet as well as Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, India, China, and Nepal.

Customers choose Jafri Rugs for:

• Professional Tibetan rug cleaning
• Handmade rug expertise
• Wool and silk rug cleaning
• Antique rug care
• Tibetan rug reweaving
• Fringe and binding repair
• Foundation restoration
• Moth damage repair
• Water damage cleaning
• Comprehensive rug restoration

Jafri also provides free pickup and delivery in its service areas, making professional rug care more convenient for customers with large or valuable rugs.

Preserve Your Tibetan Rug

Regular professional cleaning can help remove abrasive dirt before it contributes to unnecessary fiber wear. Addressing loose fringe, damaged edges, holes, and weakened foundations early can also help prevent further deterioration.

With proper Tibetan rug cleaning, repair, and restoration, a handmade rug can continue to provide beauty and function for many years.

Professional Tibetan Rug Cleaning & Repair Near You

If you're searching for Tibetan rug cleaning near me, Tibetan rug repair, Tibetan rug restoration, Tibetan rug reweaving, Tibetan wool rug cleaning, Tibetan silk rug cleaning, or antique Tibetan rug restoration, Jafri Rugs provides specialized care for handmade and specialty rugs.

Contact Jafri Rugs today to schedule a professional evaluation of your Tibetan rug and learn which cleaning or restoration service is right for your piece.

Professional Aubusson Rug Cleaning Process

1. Detailed Inspection
The rug is examined for stains, discoloration, loose threads, worn areas, foundation damage, fringe deterioration, and color stability.

2. Dust & Soil Removal
Embedded dust, dirt, and abrasive particles are carefully removed before washing to help protect the rug's delicate fibers.

3. Specialized Cleaning
The appropriate cleaning method is selected based on the construction and materials of the Aubusson rug. Special care is taken with delicate fibers and potentially unstable dyes.

4. Stain & Odor Treatment
Individual stains, pet contamination, and odors can receive targeted treatment designed to minimize damage to the original colors and fibers.

5. Controlled Drying
After cleaning, the rug is carefully dried under controlled conditions to help reduce the risk of shrinkage, dye migration, mildew, and distortion.

6. Repair & Restoration
If damage is discovered, Jafri Rugs can provide additional restoration services such as reweaving, fringe repair, edge repair, foundation repair, and other structural restoration when appropriate.

7. Final Inspection
The rug receives a final inspection to ensure it has been properly cleaned, dried, groomed, and prepared for return.

Why Choose Jafri Rugs for Aubusson Rug Cleaning?

Aubusson rugs can be particularly sensitive to improper cleaning. Working with a rug specialist who understands antique and handmade textiles can help preserve the rug's original character and craftsmanship.

Jafri Rugs provides comprehensive care for Aubusson, Persian, Oriental, antique, wool, silk, and other fine handmade rugs, from professional cleaning to complex restoration.

If your Aubusson rug is stained, soiled, water-damaged, or simply needs professional maintenance, Jafri Rugs can evaluate its condition and recommend an appropriate cleaning or restoration process.

1. Inspection

Examine the rug for:

• Holes or worn areas
• Broken warp threads (the lengthwise foundation threads)
• Missing weft threads (the widthwise woven threads)
• Frayed edges or ends
• Color fading or fiber deterioration

2. Rug Cleaning and Dusting

• Soak rug in tub of cold water and solution
• Remove dirt trapped in damaged sections.
• If heavily soiled, wash the rug appropriately and allow it to dry completely before repairs.

3. Stabilize the Rug

Secure the rug on a flat work surface or stretching frame.

• Align distorted areas.
• Straighten loose warp threads.
• Prevent additional unraveling while working.

4. Repair the Foundation and Warp and Weft

If warp threads are broken:

• Insert replacement warp yarns that closely match the original material (wool, cotton, or goat hair).
• Anchor the new warps into sound surrounding structure.
• Maintain the original spacing and tension.

This is often the most critical step because the entire weave depends on the warp foundation.

5. Reweave Missing Areas

For holes:

• Match the original yarn type, thickness, and color as closely as possible.
• Recreate the missing weft structure.
• Follow the original pattern row by row.
• Weave tightly enough to match surrounding density without causing puckering.

For valuable Persian rugs or antique kilim rugs, Jafri Rugs will hand-dye yarns to achieve accurate color matching.

6. Repair Binding

If side edges are frayed:

• Rebuild the binding (finished edge).
• Wrap and reinforce edge cords.
• Stitch loose sections securely.

Strong edges help prevent future unraveling.

7. Repair Fringes

If the rug ends are damaged:

• Secure loose wefts.
• Recreate original end bindings.
• Replace or reconstruct fringe if appropriate to the rug's design.

Sometimes conservation work leaves fringe incomplete intentionally to preserve authenticity.

8. Blend and Finish

After structural repairs:

• Shear any excess yarn.
• Adjust tension where necessary.
• Lightly groom fibers to blend repaired sections with the original weaving

Jafri Rug restoration will fix this rug by doing the following:

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.

·        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.

The rug has been brought back to its original condition by doing the following:

Pre-Repair Cleaning

• A deep cleaning is performed before repairs to remove dirt, oils, and debris that interfere with repair work.
• Includes:
• Dusting (front and back)
• Gentle hand washing with pH-neutral detergents so as not to erode the fibers of the rug
• Rinsing and drying in a temperature-controlled environment

Structural Repairs

These are the most critical to maintain rug integrity:

a. Edge Repair (Overcasting or Binding)

• Rewrap or rebind fraying edges to prevent unraveling.
• Uses matching wool or cotton thread.
• Restores tension and keeps the weft and warp from separating.

b. Fringe Repair or Replacement

• Stabilizes or reconstructs the fringe (often the warp threads).
• May involve:
• Tying off loose fringe
• Sewing in new fringe sections
• Weaving new fringes into the foundation

c. Hole or Tear Repair

• Small holes: patched and reinforced from the back.
• Larger holes or tears: require reweaving the foundation (warp and weft), then tying new knots to match the original pattern.

4. Pile Reweaving / Pattern Reconstruction

• Rebuilds worn or missing areas by hand-knotting new wool or silk into the structure.
• Requires:
• Color-matching wool (often hand-dyed)
• Matching the knot density, knot type (Turkish or Persian), and pattern
• Done by experienced weavers to ensure seamless blending with the original design.

5. Color Restoration

• In areas where colors have faded or bled, restorers may:
• Touch up color with textile-safe dyes where there is already wool shown in the pile but requires blending of color for consistency in the rug’s colors
• Avoid painting, which can damage fibers over time

 6. Shearing & Grooming

• After repairs, the pile is carefully sheared to match surrounding areas.
• Helps ensure a consistent pile height and finish.
• Brushing aligns the nap and improves visual consistency.

 7. Blocking & Reshaping

• If the rug is warped or misshapen:
• It’s dampened and laid flat under weight or pinned.
• Dried under tension to restore its original shape and prevent buckling.

8. Final Cleaning & Inspection

• A final surface clean removes any dust or fibers from the repair.
• Inspection ensures:
• Seamless repairs
• Color and texture matches
• Edges are secure and the rug lies flat

Jafri Oriental Rugs has serviced Berkshire County for over 45 years

The second image shows the rug completely restored

Jafri Rug Restoration fixed this rug by applying its professional museum-quality antique rug cleaning process step-by-step:

1. Inspection & Documentation

A specialist first examines the rug to determine:

• Age, origin, weave style

  
  



• Fiber type (wool, silk, cotton foundation, etc.)

  
  



• Dye stability (natural vegetable dyes vs synthetic dyes)

  
  



• Fragile areas: worn patches, dry rot, loose fringe, holes, moth damage

  
  



• Previous repairs or color touch-ups

  
  

Why it matters: Antique rugs often have unstable dyes and delicate foundations. The cleaning process is tailored based on the following factors: fabric, type of dye used, age of rug

2. Dry Soil Removal (Dusting)

This is one of the most important steps.

• Gentle vibrating dusting machines

  
  



• Air dusting / compressed air

This removes the following:

• Packed dust

  
  



• Sand/grit

  
  



• Allergens

  
  



• Moth larvae and eggs

  
  

Why it matters: Up to 70% of soil in antique rugs is dry particulate that tears fibers if washed without dusting.

3. Colorfastness Testing

Before any washing:

• Each dye color (reds, blues, greens, blacks) is tested with water and mild detergent.

  
  



• If dyes are unstable, cleaners apply dye stabilizers or choose a dry-cleaning or low-moisture method.

  
  

Why it matters: Natural dyes can bleed or fade; this prevents damage.

4. Specialty Hand Wash (Traditional Bath)

Most high-end cleaners wash antique rugs by hand, never by machine.

Steps:

1. Rug is submerged in a cool-water wash pit.

   
   



2. Olive oil wool-safe shampoo from Italy is gently applied, no harsh chemicals are applied as that can cause color run/color bleeding

   
   



3. Both sides of the rug are cleaned using soft brushes or hand tools.

   
   



4. Water is circulated to remove embedded dirt.

   
   

5. Rinse & Water Extraction

• Thorough rinsing removes soap residue that can attract dirt later.

  
  



• Water extraction is done by rolling, squeegeeing, or suction tools.

  
  



• No high-heat drying (which can shrink wool or warp foundations).

6. Controlled Drying

Antique rugs are dried:

• In climate-controlled rooms with proper airflow

  
  

Drying can take 24–48+ hours depending on the rug’s age and thickness.

7. Grooming & Fringe Care

After cleaning:

• Rug pile is brushed in its natural direction going the grain and fibers of the rug

  
  



• Fringe is hand-cleaned and straightened out with a comb

  
  

8. Repairs or Restoration

• Reweaving worn areas 

  
  



• Edge/selvage reinforcement

  
  



• Fringe repair or replacement

  
  



• Moth damage treatment

  
  



• Color restoration is used where actual dye and New Zealand worsted wool is used to bring back the original condition of the rug

9. Final Inspection

The rug is checked for:

• Even pile direction

  
  



• Clean fringe

  
  



• No soap residue

  
  



• No odor

  
  



• Proper color stability

  
  



• Smooth, flat drying

Why Antique Rugs Need Special Care?

Antique rugs are different because:

• Natural vegetable dyes can bleed

  
  



• Wool fibers become brittle with age

  
  



• Cotton foundations shrink easily

  
  



• Hand-knotted structure can loosen

  
  



• Value (sometimes thousands of dollars) depends on condition

  
  

Machine carpet cleaning or steam cleaning can destroy antique rugs.