Why Correct?

Dye bleed halos

Sharpen edges, restore pattern.

Stabilize, Then Correct

We first stabilize fugitive areas to prevent further migration, then perform controlled correction. Our hand shearing reduces visual haze so motifs read crisp again.

Sun fade

Rebalance the palette.

Tone & Refine

True UV loss can’t always be reversed, but we can rebalance contrast through gentle toning and hand shearing that optimizes light reflectivity across the pile.

Traffic gray

Lift nap, lift color

Shear & Set

Conservation cleaning removes micro-grit. Then hand shearing trims fuzzed tips that mute color, and grooming sets the nap so tones appear richer and truer.

Stains & blooms

Improve, don’t overdo.

Dye-Safe Treatments

After dye tests, we use pH-balanced work to reduce discoloration. If full reversal isn’t possible, we use minimal, conservation-minded toning for harmony.

Washed-out look

Bring back definition.

Restore Definition

Over-agitation can fuzz tips and flatten contrast. Our authentic hand shearing skims micro-fuzz to reveal original color breaks without heavy repainting.

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What We Correct — Issues, materials & practical limits

Hand-Knotted Rugs

Common issues: bleed into ivory guards, traffic gray, haloing around motifs.

Wool & Silk Blend

Common issues: red/blue bleed into silk highlights, tip haze that dulls sheen.

Flatweaves / Kilims

Common issues: subtle bleed, shading lines, sun fade.

Our Method (Authentic, minimally invasive)

Traditional Hand Shearing—an heirloom-respecting finish

Our signature approach is the most authentic way to restore visual clarity: hand shearing the surface with a razor-sharp tool used by weavers for centuries. By trimming fuzzed micro-tips—without removing healthy pile—we improve how light reflects across the surface, reduce haloing, and re-reveal crisp color breaks. When appropriate, we pair shearing with dye stabilization and subtle toning for a cohesive, natural look.

Common Issues We Address

Dye bleed & halos (post-spill or improper cleaning)
Sun fade & side-match differences
Traffic gray / pile shading that dulls design
Localized stains (wine, coffee, foods, tannins)
Over-clean ‘haze’ and loss of definition

Our Process

Consultation & Intake

Photos at pickup; on-site tagging; insured chain-of-custody.

Assessment & Dye Tests

Identify fiber/dyes; map bleed/fade; evaluate prior work or residues.

Conservation Cleaning

Remove soils/residues so color work is accurate and stable.

Dye Stabilization

Targeted treatment for fugitive areas to prevent further migration.

Controlled Correction

Reduce bleed where feasible; pH-balanced, localized, and measured.

Traditional Hand Shearing

Centuries-old hand tool skims micro-fuzz for clearer edges, better contrast, and authentic texture.

Selective Toning (As Needed)

Conservation-minded, minimal toning to harmonize stubborn areas—no heavy repainting.

Rug Color Correction — Restore Clarity, Contrast, and Harmony