An indispensable owner's manual and an invaluable sourcebook for collectors and dealers on rugs, rug repairs and conservation

This comprehensive book covers all the essential techniques, materials and tools you will need to repair and maintain oriental rugs. Click at left to see inside the book.

The detailed text is accompanied by clear step-by-step diagrams and illustrations that clearly show beginners and non-beginners how to:

    • assess damaged areas
    • understand rug structure
    • select yarns
    • reknot
    • reconstruct warp and weft
    • use patches
    • repair selvage and edges
    • repair ends and flatweaves
    • wash rugs, remove stains and carry out general maintenance

Peter F. Stone is an expert on oriental carpets and the author of several books, including Tribal & Village Rugs: The Definitive Guide to Design, Pattern & Motif.

Also of interest
Tribal & Village Rugs by Peter F. Stone
Oriental Carpet Design: A Guide to Traditional Motifs, Patterns and Symbols
Chinese Rugs: A Buyer's Guide