Cleaning &amp; Repair

Repair & Cleaning

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Heriz has professionals who can invisibly repair almost any damage to your valuable carpet, whether it is a hand-knotted carpet or a hand-woven Kilim. You can leave bare spots due to wear, moth holes, broken carpet edges or worn fringes to us with confidence. We can reweave and tie even larger holes by hand. We also restore antique carpets.

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Assessment & Cleaning

We first inspect the carpet thoroughly to understand the type and extent of damage. This determines the repair techniques required. Common problems include worn areas, holes, moth damage, faded colors, frayed edges and damaged fringe.

Before any repair takes place, it is essential to clean the carpet to remove dirt, grease and any pests. This is often accompanied by a gentle wash with specialized solutions.

Repair

This carpet needed to be repaired, many new knots will have to be tied

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Reweaving & Edge Repair

If there are holes or worn areas, they will need to be rewoven. This involves carefully matching the thread for both color and texture, then re-knotting it in the style of the original weave.

Edges that have become frayed or damaged can be re-bonded. This means new yarns are wrapped around the edge to strengthen and restore the appearance.

New edge

First the old edge will need to be removed, then new yarns can be wrapped around the edge to strengthen and restore the appearance

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Fringe Repair & Dyeing

If the fringe (the tassels on the ends of the carpet) is damaged, it can be repaired or replaced. In some cases, a new fringe is sewn on, or the existing one is reinforced.

If the colors have faded or if the new threads introduced in the repair process do not exactly match the original colors, specialists can perform color restoration. This means that the fibers are carefully redyed to match the original shade.

New Fringes

New fringes are placed on this carpet

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Final inspection

Sometimes a carpet can become deformed over time. In such cases, it is stretched and fixed on a flat surface to restore its original shape.

After all repairs have been made, the carpet undergoes a final inspection to ensure that the repair is seamless and that the integrity of the carpet is intact.

Stretching & Final Inspection

Almost all fringes have been repaired, now any deformations can be straightened out and then the final inspection follows

Step 9

Protection

Once it is repaired, consider using carpet pads. These can extend the life of your carpet by protecting it from wear and tear. Regular maintenance and preventative measures, such as protection from direct sunlight, frequent rotation and professional cleaning, can also help extend its life.

Protection

Regular maintenance and preventative measures, such as protection from direct sunlight, frequent rotation and professional cleaning, can help extend the life of a carpet

Repair

Before and After

If the fringe (the tassels on the ends of the carpet) is damaged, it can be repaired or replaced. In some cases, a new fringe is sewn on, or the existing one is reinforced.

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After

Damaged carpet

The three photos on the left show the skilled process of repairing a hole in a carpet. From the initial assessment of damage to the careful reweaving and final finishing, each image captures a crucial step in restoring the carpet to its original splendor.

Edge repair

The edges of a hand-knotted rug are often the first to wear, given their exposure to constant movement and use. Carefully restoring these edges requires special skill. Each thread must be carefully selected in color and thickness to blend seamlessly with the original design. It is a delicate task in which the restorer not only preserves the structure of the carpet, but also honors its soul. You have come to the right place for this specialized restoration. Contact us for a no-obligation quote and experience the passion and expertise with which we bring your carpet back to life.