Professional Rug Repair Services

Most damaged rugs can be repaired - holes, tears, frayed edges, moth damage, worn fringe and unravelling foundations are all restorable, especially in quality handmade rugs. The right choice depends on the rug's value, the cost of repair, and whether you have a sentimental attachment to it. A free expert assessment is the surest way to decide.

Yes - in most cases a tear or split in a rug can be repaired. A skilled weaver rebuilds the damaged foundation threads, then re-weaves or re-knots matching pile so the repair blends in. Success depends on the rug's fibre, age and how far the damage has spread, so a hands-on assessment is the only way to know for certain.

Yes - pile worn down to the foundation can usually be repaired by reweaving. A skilled weaver first rebuilds the exposed warp and weft, then re-knots new pile by hand to match the original pattern, colour and density. Done well it is virtually invisible. Whether it is worthwhile depends on the rug's value, which a free assessment confirms.

Yes - repairing a rug affects its value, and the direction depends entirely on the quality of the work. A skilled, like-for-like repair using matching wool, dyes and original weaving techniques preserves or even increases value. A rushed or visible fix using synthetic materials lowers it. For antiques, ignoring damage costs you far more than repairing it.

A hole in a rug is repaired by first stabilising the surrounding foundation, then either re-weaving new warp and weft threads and hand-knotting colour-matched wool to rebuild the pattern, or fitting a patch for less valuable pieces. Re-weaving makes small to medium holes almost invisible, but it is a specialist hand process best left to an experienced rug repairer.

Most rug repairs take one to three weeks, while extensive restoration can take four to eight weeks or more. Simple jobs like fringe or edge repairs are quicker, whereas hand re-weaving an antique or Persian rug is slower and more intricate. The only way to know your timeframe is a hands-on assessment, which we confirm before any work begins.

Rug repair is priced per job, not at a flat rate, because the cost depends entirely on the type of damage, the rug's fibre and construction, and how much hand work is involved. Simple edge or fringe tidy-ups sit at the lower end, while re-weaving holes or restoring antique handmade rugs takes far longer. The most accurate figure comes from a free, no-obligation assessment.

Yes - repairing an old or antique rug is usually worth it when the piece is hand-knotted, holds family or collectible value, or would cost far more to replace. A well-executed repair preserves and can even increase value, while neglect lets small problems spread. The smartest first step is a professional assessment before you spend anything.

Yes. Fringes can often be repaired, reinforced, or replaced depending on the level of damage.

In many cases, moth damage can be repaired by re-weaving or restoring affected areas of the rug.

Professional repairs are designed to blend with the rug's original design and fibres, although results depend on the extent of the damage.

Rugs are often cleaned before repairs begin to remove dirt and debris that could interfere with the repair process.

Yes. Our repair services include convenient pickup and delivery to safely transport the rug to and from the repair facility.