1. Inspection & Evaluation

We examine the Kilim's weave, fibers, dyes, edges, fringe, and foundation. Existing damage is identified before cleaning so vulnerable areas can be properly protected.

2. Deep Dust & Soil Removal

Embedded dirt and grit are carefully removed before washing. Removing abrasive particles helps protect the woven fibers from unnecessary wear.

3. Specialized Cleaning

Kilim rugs are cleaned according to their individual construction and materials. Special consideration is given to wool, cotton, vegetable dyes, antique textiles, and delicate woven structures.

4. Stain & Odor Treatment

Stains, pet odors, and other contaminants can receive specialized treatment appropriate for the rug's fibers and dyes.

5. Controlled Drying

After cleaning and rinsing, the Kilim is carefully dried under controlled conditions. Proper drying helps reduce the risk of moisture-related problems, shrinkage, distortion, and fiber damage.

6. Final Inspection

After cleaning, the rug is inspected again to identify any additional restoration needs and ensure that the cleaning process has been completed properly.

Kilim Rug Repair & Restoration

Kilim rugs can develop holes, tears, worn sections, broken warp and weft threads, damaged selvages, and missing fringe as they age.

Jafri Rugs provides specialized Kilim rug repair and restoration, including:

• Kilim reweaving
• Hole and tear repair
• Warp and weft repair
• Edge and selvage repair
• Fringe repair and replacement
• Moth damage restoration
• Worn-area reconstruction
• Color restoration
• Structural stabilization
• Blocking and reshaping

Kilim Rug Reweaving

Because a Kilim is a flat weave, repairing significant damage requires recreating its original warp and weft structure rather than simply placing a patch over the damaged area.

Jafri's restoration process can involve stabilizing the existing warp threads, matching replacement yarn by fiber, thickness, and color, and hand-weaving new sections to follow the original design.

The goal is to create a durable restoration that blends naturally with the original weaving while preserving the rug's character and craftsmanship.

Kilim Fringe & Edge Repair

The edges and fringe of a Kilim can be particularly vulnerable to wear. Loose or damaged edges can allow the weave to unravel and may eventually compromise the rug's foundation.

Our Kilim fringe repair and edge restoration services can stabilize damaged areas and, when necessary, reconstruct or replace missing fringe using appropriate materials and traditional techniques.

Antique & Vintage Kilim Restoration

Antique and vintage Kilims require careful handling because years of use may weaken their fibers, foundation, and dyes.

Jafri Rugs evaluates older Kilims individually and can combine professional cleaning with hand restoration, reweaving, fringe repair, and color restoration when appropriate.

For valuable or sentimental Kilims, restoration can help preserve both the rug's appearance and its structural integrity.

Why Choose Jafri Rugs for Kilim Cleaning & Repair?

Jafri Rugs provides comprehensive care for handmade and specialty rugs, combining professional cleaning with traditional restoration craftsmanship.

Customers choose Jafri Rugs for:

• Specialized Kilim rug cleaning
• Handmade flat-weave rug expertise
• Kilim reweaving and restoration
• Fringe and edge repair
• Antique rug cleaning
• Moth damage repair
• Color restoration
• Professional rug cleaning and restoration under one roof

Jafri's published service information also highlights its experience with Oriental, flat-woven, antique, wool, silk, and other specialty rugs.

Preserve Your Kilim Rug

Regular professional cleaning can help remove abrasive dirt before it contributes to fiber deterioration. Addressing damaged edges, loose threads, holes, and worn sections early can also help prevent further unraveling.

With proper Kilim rug cleaning, repair, and restoration, a quality handmade flat-weave rug can continue to be enjoyed for many years.

Professional Kilim Rug Cleaning & Repair

If you're searching for Kilim rug cleaning near me, Kilim rug repair, Kilim restoration, flat-weave rug cleaning, Turkish Kilim repair, Moroccan Kilim cleaning, or handmade rug restoration, Jafri Rugs provides specialized services designed around the unique construction of each rug.

Contact Jafri Rugs today to schedule a professional evaluation of your Kilim rug and learn which cleaning or restoration services are right for your piece.

Jafri Rugs follows a specialized, multi-step process for cleaning and restoring handmade Oriental, Persian, wool, silk, and antique rugs. Their approach is designed to remove embedded soil while protecting delicate fibers, dyes, and the rug's structure.

Jafri Rugs Cleaning Process

1. Inspection & Evaluation
   • Examine the rug's fibers, weave, dyes, and condition.
   • Identify stains, odors, pet damage, moth damage, water damage, and structural issues.
   • Determine the safest cleaning method for the specific rug.
2. Dust Removal
   • Use specialized dust-removal equipment to eliminate deeply embedded dirt and grit before washing.
   • This helps prevent fiber abrasion during the cleaning process.
3. Pre-Treatment
   • Apply customized treatments for stains, pet urine, and odors.
   • Tailor the cleaning approach to the rug's fiber type and condition.
4. Soaking
   • Immerse the rug when appropriate to loosen dirt, stains, and contaminants.
   • Particularly stubborn stains or odors may require multiple soaking cycles.
   • Silk, antique, moth-damaged, and water-damaged rugs receive individualized treatment.
5. Hand Washing
   • Wash both sides of the rug using vegetable-based soaps and fiber-safe shampoos.
   • Thoroughly rinse to remove all cleaning residues.
6. Luster Wash (When Appropriate)
   • Apply a finishing wash designed to enhance the rug's appearance and restore vibrancy.
7. Brushing & Grooming
   • Groom the pile with specialized brushes to align the fibers and restore texture.
8. Controlled Drying
   • Dry rugs in a climate-controlled environment to help prevent shrinkage, mildew, and dye migration.
9. Final Inspection
   • Inspect each rug after cleaning and repeat any necessary steps to meet quality standards before returning it to the customer.

Jafri Rugs Repair & Restoration Process

For rugs needing restoration, Jafri describes a repair workflow that generally includes:

• Pre-repair cleaning to remove dirt and oils.
• Detailed damage assessment.
• Hand reweaving of missing or damaged sections using traditional knotting techniques.
• Fringe replacement or repair with matching materials.
• Edge binding and overcasting to prevent unraveling.
• Color restoration using carefully matched dyes when needed.
• Moth damage treatment before reconstruction.
• Final cleaning, grooming, and inspection to ensure repairs blend naturally with the original rug.

They also offer free pickup and delivery throughout much of New York and New England, making it easier to have valuable rugs professionally cleaned and restored.

The first picture shows the rug as fully restored. The rug was repaired using the same wool and dye lots as the original rug.

The rug requires artisan work

The rug is valuable and any work will increase the value of the rug

Jafri Rug restoration has finished cleaning this rug and will now fix this rug entirely and raise the value of the 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.

Jafri Rug restoration fixed this rug entirely and raised the value of the 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.