Side-Cords & Edges
Repair & Restoration
Services
Essential Edge
Repair
Light re-stitching and securing of loose or slightly worn side cords to prevent further fraying and maintain stability along the rug’s edge.
- Minor loose side-cord or edge securing and re-stitching
- Side-cord or edge stabilisation to prevent unravelling
Side-Cord & Edge Repair
Repair and reinforcement of damaged or weakened sections of side cord or edges, including partial reweaving and strengthening of exposed warp threads.
- Large side-cord or edge securing
- Full side-cord or edge binding
- Frayed side-cord or edge repair and reinforcement
- Hand-bound edges to match original style
Premium Side-Cord Restoration
Full side cord reconstruction using traditional techniques, including replacement of heavily damaged or missing sections to restore structural integrity in handmade, Oriental, and antique rugs.
- Traditional side-cord rebuilding
- Complete side-cord restoration after heavy wear or damage
- Specialist restoration for Oriental, Persian and handmade rugs
Repair or
Restoration?
Edge and side cord repair focuses on stabilising existing damage and preventing further deterioration. This includes securing loose or fraying edges, re-stitching weakened side cords, and reinforcing exposed warp threads where the rug’s structure has started to break down. The aim of repair work is to protect the rug from unravelling and restore stability while retaining as much of the original material as possible. It is typically used when damage is localised or in the early stages.
Edge and side cord restoration is a more comprehensive process that rebuilds heavily damaged or missing sections of the rug’s structure. This may involve reconstructing worn or absent edges, fully replacing deteriorated side cords, and using traditional hand-weaving techniques to match the original construction. Restoration work is carried out when damage is extensive, with the goal of returning structural integrity, balance, and a clean, finished edge that closely reflects the rug’s original craftsmanship.
BENEFITS OF SIDE-CORD & EDGE REPAIR
1. Prevents Further Damage
Professional edge and side cord repair stops fraying and unravelling from spreading, protecting the rug’s warp threads and preventing more serious structural deterioration.
2. Maintains Stability of the Rug
Repair work reinforces weakened edges and side cords, helping to stabilise the rug’s structure so it remains secure during everyday use and handling.
3. Retains Most of the Original Materials
Edge and side cord repair focuses on preserving the original weave, reinforcing existing materials rather than replacing them, which helps maintain the rug’s authenticity.
1. Rebuilds Damaged or Missing Sections
Edge and side cord restoration reconstructs heavily worn or absent areas using traditional techniques, returning full structural integrity to handmade, Oriental, and antique rugs.
2. Restores Clean, Finished Edges
Restoration work recreates properly formed edges and side cords, improving both the appearance and balance of the rug while respecting its original craftsmanship.
3. Strengthens Long-Term Durability
By fully rebuilding compromised edges and side cords, restoration provides long-term protection for the rug’s structure, helping it remain stable and secure for years to com
BENEFITS OF SIDE-CORD & EDGE RESTORATION
