Rug Restoration in Chicago | Antique & Oriental Rugs

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For more than 30 years, Ahmadi Rug has been Chicago’s trusted authority for Oriental, Persian, antique and hand-knotted rug restoration. Whether your rug has suffered from moth damage, pet stains, color bleed, water exposure, or decades of wear, our artisans restore fibers, dyes and structure with a level of craftsmanship normally found in museum conservation studios.

Every restoration begins with a detailed inspection of weave structure, tension, fiber integrity, dye stability, fringe condition, selvedge health, and pile profile. From there, our team custom-designs a restoration plan that respects the rug’s heritage, origin and value.

Serving Chicago, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview, Northbrook, Highland Park and the entire North Shore.

RESTORATION SERVICES

Hand Reweaving & Hole Repair

Reconstruction of missing areas using hand-spun wool, silk, or cotton matched for color, pile, and knot density.

Fringe Reconstruction

Rebuilding or securing original fringe using traditional knotting and binding to prevent further unraveling.

Edge Repair

Reinforcement of rug sides using hand-serging or original selvage reconstruction.

Color Correction & Dye Restoration

Professional dye matching for bleach spots, sun-fading, dye bleed, or chemical damage.

Moth Damage Restoration

Structural repairs to areas damaged by moth larvae, along with full cleaning and fiber stabilization.

Ready to see your rug at its best again?

We’ll hand wash, rinse clear, dry flat, and—when helpful—block for a calm, true finish. In-house, insured, and documented.

Ous Restoration Process

Inspection & Documentation

We examine fiber type, dye integrity, knot construction, damage patterns, and structural condition. Photos and measurements are taken for accuracy.

Professional Washing

Every restoration begins with an in-plant wash to remove embedded soils and reveal the rug’s true condition.

Fiber Matching & Material Selection

We source or dye fibers to match your rug’s color, pile height, twist, and knot structure—ensuring seamless restoration.

Artisanal Restoration Work

All reweaving, fringe rebuilding, color correction, and edging are completed by master restorers using traditional methods.

Shearing & Finishing

Final inspection, shearing of pile, tension adjustments, and color balancing.

Final Review & Pickup/Delivery

You receive before/after photos, care recommendations, and insured delivery.

Rug Restoration Gallery

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