At Indo Designer Rugs, we believe every rug deserves the chance to shine again. Recently, a customer entrusted us with a small wool Bokhara rug that needed serious attention. While the foundation remained strong, the outer edges were badly torn, and there was also a hole in the field that required repair.

Fine Bokhara rugs are admired for their fine weave and lustrous merino wool sheen, but compared to wool, its very delicacy makes them vulnerable. Damage along the edges can quickly unravel, and even a small hole can grow larger if left untreated.

This repair required precision, patience, and the skilled hand of our in-house weaver.

The Challenge: Preserving Elegance

The frayed finish threatened the rug’s durability, while the hole disrupted its otherwise beautiful design. Our customer wished to preserve the rug, ensuring it remained intact for years to come. 

The Repair Process: Skilled Hands at Work

1. Gentle Cleaning
   Before any repair work, we gave the rug a delicate professional cleaning to remove dust and oils. A clean foundation ensures the best results for any restoration.
2. Binding the Edges
   The damaged edges were carefully rebound by hand using similar colour wool threads. This traditional technique reinforces the rug, prevents further unraveling, and restores a crisp, finished look.
3. Hole Repair
   For the hole, our master weaver matched fine wool threads to the rug’s original colors and patterns. Knot by knot, the missing section was rebuilt until it blended seamlessly with the surrounding pile.
4. Finishing Touches
   Once the repairs were complete, the area was trimmed and smoothed, with stray threads removed. The design was then carefully vacuumed to restore its natural sheen.

The Result: Bokhara Reborn

After the meticulous restoration, the edges were secure and strong, and the hole had been invisibly repaired. The rug regained its elegant appearance and structural integrity, ready to continue as a cherished piece in the client's home.

(Taken horizontally, after the rug was restored.)

What once seemed like permanent damage is now part of the rug’s story of resilience — proof that fine, handwoven wool rugs can be brought back to life with the right craftsmanship.

Have a Rug That Needs Care?

From frayed edges to holes, Indo Designer Rugs specializes in restoring hand-knotted rugs with expert precision. Whether it’s wool, silk, or cotton, our team treats each rug with the respect and craftsmanship it deserves.

P.S. Contact us or visit our Calgary showroom to learn how we can restore your rug’s beauty.