Restoring Your Rug: Which Method Works Best for You?
Restoring Your Rug: Which Method Works Best for You?
Mistakes happen in your home, especially on the most well-loved surfaces, like your rugs. The dog likes to chew, the cat has an accident, red wine spills, moths eat at wool, and heavy foot traffic makes your once bright handmade rug look drab. Hand knotted rugs are created to last you decades. Restoration and washing are essential for handmade rugs to keep their longevity. So, if your dog decides your rug is its new favorite chew toy, all hope is not lost. But what is the best course of action for restoring your rug back to its original beauty? Luckily, Azari Rug Gallery offers several different options depending on your budget.
Washing
Depending on the foot traffic of your rug, Azari Rug Gallery recommends getting it professionally washed every 2 to 4 years. Any big or bright stains may need to be addressed sooner, however. A professional wash is important because it cleans the fibers of the rugs deeper than a standard commercial vacuum or washer can, using a hand-mixed shampoo and an industrial cleaner. But a wash won’t fix any physical damage done to the fibers of the rug, such as moth or pet damage.
Securing the Rug
When a rug becomes damaged, the fibers and threads may become loose. Securing the rug is the most cost-effective way to ensure your rug doesn’t incur any further damage, without fixing the previous damage. This may include taking care of frayed edges by adhering the loose fibers and trimming off any access. This does not fully fix the problem, but it does ensure that it won’t worsen. If you’re working within a tight budget but want to keep your rug, this may be the best option for you.
Patching the Rug
Patching a rug is the next best option in restoring damage. A bit more costly, this includes cutting out the damaged area and replacing it with a similar or matching patch, then blending the wool. This is more expensive but takes away the damage and may be more visually appealing.
Reweaving the Rug
Reweaving is the most expensive option when it comes to repairs and restoration. Only the most skilled artisans can successfully accomplish this very time-consuming task, making the cost high. This process includes the meticulous matching of material, colors, and weaving techniques of the rug. Skilled experts at Azari can provide this service, overseen by the owner of the gallery. This method ensures that no damage can be seen, as well as securing future damage from occurring.
It depends on your budget and needs when it comes to which level of restoration is best. If you feel sentimentally towards your piece, it may be more worth it to invest in reweaving. Whereas, if you want to keep your rug, but cannot afford the cost of a more in-depth restoration, simply securing the rug may be the best choice for you. Either way, we are here to support and help you and your rug in anyway we can. Stop by Azari Rug Gallery on S Broadway St in Denver, Colorado, to get a full quote on wash and restoration.
