Do-it-yourself carpet repair

If the edges of the carpet are gradually starting to turn into a fringe, do the following:

Carefully trim the long hairs with scissors, thus leveling the edges and reducing the area of ​​the frayed surface.

If the edges of his beloved carpet are tousled, then this is not a sentence for him. It can be repaired and made fresh.

If the carpet is not very thick, then you can turn it over to the wrong side and bend it over and sew it.

Another option for repairing a ruptured carpet is assistance in repairing BF-6 glue. We trim the edges, cutting off its "shaggy", and then just saturate it with glue.

The third option is to fix it with waxed thread. For these purposes, you need to apply frequent stitches to the edges of the carpet. You will not only strengthen the carpet, but also sweep the edge at the same time.

Another option would be to use an edging tape.

First of all, you need to carefully align the edge of a loose carpet or rug, to a hard place of the canvas, so that you can catch on.

Now, for hemming, we need a hook or a large needle and thick nylon threads to match the color of the carpet or carpet. It is more convenient to hook thick threads with a crochet and rows can be done more often, however, it is more difficult to pierce a hard carpet with a crochet hook than with a needle.

Now, armed with these tools for needlework - a crochet hook or a darning needle, we sew over the edge of the carpet with a chain stitch or loop seam. You do not need to fold or fold anything. Do not overtighten the hinges so that the edge is not going to roll. If done carefully, then not everyone can distinguish a hand seam from an overlock one.

It all depends on which tool is available.

The highest quality repair option (and durable, in addition to the aesthetic component) is the use of an overlock for carpet products (any).

We cut off those “rags” with scissors, “load” the overlock with threads and overlock (wrap around) the edge of the carpet.

In principle, the same work, but with a lower quality result, can be done in manual mode, that is, we cut off the rags and, using a needle, sewed (if necessary, because the carpets are different) we overwrap the edge of the carpet.

There is an even simpler option, again we cut it, if necessary, “rags” we buy a braid made of dense material.

Then we just glue that tape on the back of the carpet, the glue can be “Universal Moment”, it works on fabrics, you can use “BF”.

The braid will prevent the carpet from loosening further and, plus, it is not visible from the outside of the carpet.

Sometimes it is more correct (more logical) to give the carpet to the workshop, the carpets are very expensive and it is better to repair them to professionals in the workshop.

• stubborn stains have developed over time, such as ink or drug stains
• the carpet is too light in color and has lost its former freshness, looks dirty, even after washing and chemical treatment
• a plain carpet is located in a place of constant congestion, is too easily soiled, gets dirty quickly and requires regular constant careful maintenance
• the apartment has been renovated, new furniture has been bought, the curtains have been replaced and the old carpet no longer fits into the interior design in color

This is how you can decorate a plain carpet. Just compare the top and bottom photos, is it really nice?

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For decor you need the following materials:

• tape measure
• adhesive tape - scotch tape
• stencil with a pattern
• newspapers
• spray paint (in this version, black)

Having prepared the stencil, we divide the carpet into parts equal to the width of the stencil, marking the lines with adhesive tape

We also fix the stencil with tape, cover the surface around the stencil with newspapers

Having prepared the stencil, we take spray paint, see the photo below:

Here's what happened after removing the newspapers and stencils:

We apply a pattern over the entire surface of the carpet using the method described above.

Here is such an original decoration of a plain carpet you can get. Good luck!

And this is another great example of carpet restoration.

During the operation of the carpet, damage often appears on the surface that requires repair. Damage is varied: burns, cuts, abrasion of the pile, burnout, and so on. Serious damage can also be caused by improper care when unsuitable cleaning agents are used to clean the carpet.

Such damage is usually impossible to fix on your own, and then you have to seek help from professionals who are ready to repair carpets. In this article, we'll talk about common types of damage and how you can fix them.

Such damage to the carpet appears if sharp objects are dropped on it, or bulky pieces of furniture are moved along the surface. Often, curious children, pulling off the scissors, cut a piece from the carpet, so that the cause of such damage may be different.

If there is an old carpet on the floor, a rupture can occur even during cleaning. In this case, professional repair of carpets in special workshops will help. Such a product cannot be repaired on your own.

Shabby pile on the floor

If you try to sew up a longitudinal or transverse tear, you will spoil the appearance of the coating, because in this place it will tighten, an ugly fold will appear, and where is the guarantee that the threads will not diverge further? In case of cuts, damage sometimes occurs in two directions at once: transverse and longitudinal, here you will need not repair, but a full restoration of carpets, because such damage entails the destruction of the structure of the product.

Such damage occurs when a heavy object is dragged across the carpet, or it is exposed to an aggressive chemical composition containing concentrated acid or alkali. Holes in the carpet are similar in appearance to cuts; here, too, the destruction of the structure of the coating is observed.

In this case, the usual restoration of the tracks will not help, because such damage requires complex restoration. The master will have to choose the right threads and then paint them in exactly the same color as on the carpet, and then restore the missing part of the covering. Such work is difficult, without experience and at home it will not work.

Advice! If damage appears on the carpet in the form of a through hole, in this case, you should not experiment with the repair yourself, because by improper actions you will damage the coating more and it will become unsuitable for restoration.

Through hole

Many people are wondering what to do if the carpet has gone in waves? Try to fix this trouble in this way: roll the carpet tightly into a roll. and let him lie down for a day. This method is used with woolen products. There are other old ways that in most cases turn out to be effective: spread the carpet on a flat surface, spray it lightly with water and put sheets of thick fiberboard or other similar material on top. Waves are often caused by hot liquid spilled onto the coating.

Discoloration of carpet occurs when it is constantly exposed to sunlight. The original bright color fades in the sun, and the product becomes pale and ugly. There is another reason for discoloration of coatings - improper care.There are many carpet cleaning compounds on the market today, but not all of them can be used, especially if the product is made of six or silk.

Therefore, always read the instructions carefully. If such a nuisance nevertheless happened to your favorite carpet, and it has lost its color, in this case it can be transformed and returned to its former attractiveness if you slightly tint the pile. However, there are situations when transformation is impossible.

Under the influence of high temperature, any coatings are subject to destruction, for example, a hot coal fell on the carpet, then the pile is damaged or a through hole appears. It is very difficult to restore a burnt carpet on your own, because here you will need to replace part of the burnt pile or completely restore the burnt out piece. Usually, such restoration of tracks is carried out by professional craftsmen in a specialized workshop.

Restoring the burnt place

Carpets, in particular carpeting, are rarely renewed, so if damaged, it is better to repair them. Today we will consider the question of how this can be done.

Lint restoration

If the damage to the carpet is minor, you can try to repair it with a lint repair method.
Before proceeding with the restoration of the pile, it is necessary to remove its remnants from the damaged area. To do this, cut off the pile with nail scissors, and then remove the remnants of the threads from the base of the carpet with a thick needle or tweezers.
Then you should prepare the thread and the needle. It is best to pull the thread out of the carpet trim. If there is no trimming, it is recommended to choose another thread that matches the composition and color. It is best to use a curved needle.
Having fastened the edge of the thread at the base, you should make a loop slightly higher in height than the pile height, fasten it, make the next loop and work this way until the entire damaged area is closed. At the end of the work, you need to make a few stitches to secure the thread, and cut off its free end.
Then you should carefully trim the restored area with scissors so that the height of the threads coincides with the height of the carpet pile. If it is necessary to restore the pile of a looped carpet, then, when performing each loop, you need to ensure that it exactly coincides in height with the height of the carpet. To do this, it is recommended to use a special stencil (instead, you can use a match or a small wooden block).

How to repair a tear

When torn, the base of the carpet is usually not damaged. In order to repair such damage, you should lift the torn off section of the carpet, remove the lint from it and apply glue. Then you need to gently attach the torn piece to the base and press it with your palm. In order for the piece to adhere evenly, you should iron the surface with some heavy object, for example, a glass bottle filled with water.
It is advisable to leave the heavy object on the carpet for 4-5 hours until the glue is completely cured.

How to repair a gap

If the rug has been torn so that its backing is damaged, it should be sewn up. To do this, turn the carpet over or wrap it up in such a way that the break can be seen from the inside out. The edges of the gap should be sewn with a thick thread, alternating between long (about 30 mm) and short (20 mm) stitches. Then a piece of thick fabric should be glued over the seam, which is slightly larger than the length and width of the seam. After the glue is dry, turn the carpet over and straighten the pile.
If the backing of the carpet is made of foam, the carpet can be sewn in the same way as above, or with adhesive tape. To do this, turn the carpet over to the wrong side, align the edges of the cut and attach a piece of adhesive tape about 50 mm wide on top. Wait a few hours until the glue is completely dry, then turn the carpet over and straighten the pile.

How to patch a jacquard rug

In order to put such a patch, you must have a piece of carpet. If not, you can cut a patch from the area under the furniture. It should be noted the corners of the damaged area on the front side with pins and, using them, cut out a patch stencil from thick cardboard.
The stencil should be placed on the area of ​​the carpet from which the patch will be cut. It must be positioned so that the edges of the stencil are parallel to the warp threads. Then, using a sharp knife, you need to cut out the damaged section of the carpet along it, and the incision should be made only along the line of the base, without affecting the pile.
The cut piece should be placed on the carpet (both the carpet and the damaged area should be right-side up) and match the pattern and direction of the base lines. After that, you need to cut out an intact section of the carpet, taking care not to damage the pile, affecting only the warp threads. Carefully align the patch with the hole in the carpet, starting from the corner. If the pile has crawled out to the wrong side, it must be carefully straightened onto the front side with a blunt object.
Now you can sew on the patch. It must be sewn alternately with short (20 mm) and long (30 mm) stitches.

How to patch a long pile carpet

You need to make a stencil in the same way as for a patch on a jacquard pattern carpet. Before cutting out the damaged area and patch, you need to divide the pile along the edges of the stencil so as not to accidentally cut it.
The patch is combined with the carpet and secured with tape. To do this, cut out four pieces of dense fabric about 25 mm wide (the length will depend on the size of the patch). A layer of glue is applied to the fabric, after which it is glued to the joints of the patch and the carpet (their joints should go exactly in the center of the tape). Then a load is placed on them for several hours.

Even with the most careful and careful maintenance, no carpet is immune from damage. Liquids are accidentally spilled on it, the base is steamed with sharp objects, and burned with cigarette ash. Sometimes it is difficult to clean the carpet of emerging stains or repair damage, but carpet reconstruction with your own hands can be done. This requires certain tools and carpet trimmings.

If you don't have any scraps from damaged flooring in your home, you can go to the carpet store and find something suitable there. Or cut a small piece from the area of ​​the carpet that is hidden under the furniture and is not visible to prying eyes. If the damage to your carpet is small, then it will be easy to deal with it by restoring the loops or pile on the affected area. If no suitable scraps are found, you can pull out several threads located along the perimeter of the carpet along the edges - these threads can be sewn onto the damaged area using a special rounded needle.

If the damage is large enough, it needs to be patched. If you do not want the fibers to be damaged on the front side of the jacquard carpet, then sew the patches from the inside, but if the carpet is piled, then the patch is sewn from the outside. The process usually uses latex mastic and a piece of cloth.

If a surface tear has formed on the carpet, and at the same time the top layer has come off from the base, then such damage can be eliminated by gluing. If the tears have affected the base of the carpet, then you need to work with them on the wrong side. During work, make sure that the adhesive tape does not stick to the carpet pile, because it will be impossible to remove it without damaging the front side.

Discolored pile is restored with acrylic paints, felt-tip pens or markers. Wax stains are removed by using a white sheet of paper and a hot iron.

Remember that repairing carpets with your own hands is not possible with particularly complex damage.This work should be entrusted to an organization that professionally deals with such things. This is especially true for the restoration of woolen products and expensive antique carpets, in which the warp and weft can be quite fragile from time to time.

Damage that is best not to be repaired at home include the following:

• Dye influx... It occurs when the carpet is flooded - in this case, the coating receives severe damage from sewage drains or from hot water. Also, such damage can result from improper cleaning, here the effect of hot steam, hazardous chemicals or detergents, violation of the carpet processing regime and excessive moisture can affect the carpet. This is especially true for handmade carpets with red dye, because if the work is of poor quality, the aniline dye may not be sufficiently attached to the fibers. If the influx is observed on a small area of ​​the carpet, then its restoration makes sense and will not be difficult, but if the area of ​​influx is extensive, then the cost of eliminating the consequences may exceed the cost of the carpet.
• No fringe or tassels... It is often found in old dilapidated carpets or in products that are subjected to particularly intensive use. Often it is not difficult to find the right materials for the restoration of missing brushes, but if the necessary material is not available, then in the workshops all brushes can be replaced with completely new ones.

Even carpet that is carefully looked after can be accidentally damaged. The carpet can be burned with cigarette ash. The sharp end of a broken toy that has been dropped can cut the carpet fibers down to the base. And stains from some liquids stubbornly resist shampoos and stain removers. But, if you have carpet scraps and some inexpensive tools at your disposal, you can safely and discreetly repair your carpet.

Hide the scraps if you're laying carpet, or ask your dealer if you're buying a house with carpets. If no cuttings remain, you can cut off some of the carpet in invisible places, such as under cabinets. Minor damage can be repaired by repairing the carpet pile or loop. If you do not have any carpet scraps, pull the threads around the edges of the carpet from the edges. New threads are sewn to the carpet with a rounded surgical needle with strong thread; You can make your own sewing needle by heating a regular sewing needle in a flame and bending it.

More extensive damage can be repaired with a patch. To avoid damaging the fibers on the right side, jacquard carpets must be unscrewed and a patch sewn on from the wrong side. On pile carpets, patches are placed on the front side using a piece of fabric and latex mastic. Tears in the surface, in which the top layer of the carpet has come off the base, are repaired from the front side by gluing; if the warp is visible around the hole, the carpet threads are sewn in this place. The tears, which also affected the base of the carpet, are repaired from the lower side. Never stick adhesive tape to the face of the carpet, even temporarily, as it cannot be torn off without damaging the carpet fibers.

Despite the fact that most repair methods are not difficult, they require patience. For example, take your time when changing carpet threads; You will get the best results by sewing one thread per stitch in the damaged area. Apply the glue carefully so that excess does not get onto the surface of the carpet. Before cutting the patch, make sure it matches the pattern and grain direction of the damaged area. Always try to use the smallest piece of carpet first so that if you make a mistake, there is always material to correct the mistake. And if this is your first time doing work, take the time to practice on unnecessary trims before you start working on the carpet itself.

Preparation for the restoration of the pile. Using scissors with short, curved ends (medical), cut the pile from the damaged area to the warp and remove the remnants of cut threads or loops with tweezers. To help remove any remaining fiber, dampen the damaged area of ​​the carpet with a cotton and cloth swab soaked in gasoline, which softens the adhesive that holds the threads in the warp. For replacement, pluck fibers or whole loop yarn from the edge or carpet trim.

Sewing on the pile. Remove any remaining fibers from the cleaned area to expose the backing. Thread the needle with the same color and thickness as the warp. While holding the V-thread of the carpet with the tweezers, secure the thread at the warp and loop over the V-thread. Insert a needle into the warp where the thread is anchored and gently pull the thread while pressing the carpet thread against the warp. Without cutting off the thread, sew a second V-shaped piece of carpet thread to the adjacent warp thread. Continue working until you have covered the entire surface of the base. Sew around the last piece of carpet thread several times to secure. On carpets with a latex backing, spread the new fibers and dampen the carpet with a cotton swab soaked in gasoline to adhere the sewn threads to the backing. Trim the uneven ends of the new threads with scissors.

Replacing the threads of the looped carpets. Press the hinges around the lint-free area. Using a semicircular needle, sew to the base a long piece of loose yarn from which the carpet loops are made, then sew another stitch to form a buttonhole. Pull the buttonhole so that it lines up with the existing carpet loops. To do this, you can use a match or other object that will standardize the size of the loops (inset). Continue making loops without cutting the threads until the entire damaged area is filled. Secure the end of the yarn by sewing several repetitive stitches in one place.

Placing a patch on a jacquard carpet

1. Release the tension on the carpet. Use a tensioner to reduce the tension on the carpet in the corner of the room closest to the damaged area. Use an awl to lift the carpet off the hooks of the grapple. When the corner is clear, remove the carpet from the grips along two walls.

2. Cutting out the damaged area. Mark the corners of the damaged area on the face of the rug with pins, which are inserted into the rug and backing. Cut a stencil out of heavy cardboard to fit the area you marked, then fold the rug to reveal the underside. Position the stencil so that the edges are parallel to the warp threads. Use a linoleum knife to cut the damaged area along the edges of the stencil, trying to cut only along the base.

3. Cutting out the patch. Place the carpet cut on the face of the unnecessary carpet trim. Match the grain directions with the pattern if the carpet is patterned, then insert pins into the carpet trim at the corners of the cut. Peel off the cut area, turn over the piece of carpet and use a stencil to cut out the patch as described in step 2.

4. Installing the patch. To prevent fraying, apply a thin layer of glue to the edges of the carpet backing around the hole and edge of the patch. The glue should not get on the pile of the carpet. Match the grain direction and, if necessary, the patch pattern with the carpet pattern. Press the patch into place, starting at one corner towards the diagonally opposite corner. Use the blunt end of a needle to remove all carpet fibers to the right side.

5. Sewing on the patch. Align the edges of the patch with the edges of the hole. Raise the two edges of the seam so that it is comfortable to sew, and sew the two edges with thick thread alternately with long (30 mm) and short (20 mm) stitches. Periodically inspect the surface of the carpet to loosen any carpet fibers caught in the seam. After sewing on the patch, flatten the carpet and pull it over the hooks using the tensioner.Place the weight on the patch for several hours so that the fibers straighten out and the patch becomes invisible.

Placing a patch on a bulky pile carpet

1. Attaching the damaged area to the floor. If the carpet is taut with the clamps, place strips of carpet scraps around the damaged area about 200 mm from the edges of the damaged area and attach them with 25 mm furniture nails at 75 mm intervals. This procedure reduces the tension on the carpet in the patch area. If the carpet is attached with adhesive tape or is lying loosely on the floor, there is no need to attach it.

2. Cutting out the damaged area. Make a stencil out of cardboard to fit the damaged area and place it on the carpet. Use the blunt side of the linoleum knife blade to part the carpet pile in the middle along the edges of the stencil, then move the pile apart with your fingers. Cut through the base of the rug using a stencil, being careful not to cut the backing, then lift the cut off one corner and remove it. Cut the patch from the carpet trim using the cutout to match the pile direction and pattern and a stencil for easier knife work.

3. Installing the fabric tape. The patch will be held in place with fabric and mastic bands on the back of the carpet. Cut four strips of fabric so that they are approximately 25 mm longer than the sides of the hole. Apply a thin layer of latex mastic to the tape and place the tape under the edges of the hole so that the seam lines are in the center of the tape. Apply a thin layer of glue to the edges of the hole, being careful not to get any glue on the pile of the carpet.

4. Attach the patch. Combine the slope of the fibers and the pattern of the patch and carpet. Press the patch into place, starting at one corner in the direction of the diagonally opposite corner, being careful not to smudge the face of the carpet with glue. Slide the edges of the hole and patch together and press down with your palms. Use an awl to loosen the carpet fibers or loops that are caught in the seam, then use your fingers to smooth the carpet and patch fibers so that they mix and the seam becomes invisible. Load the seam for several hours with a stack of books. If the carpet is taut on the hooks, after about five hours, remove the temporarily nailed strips from the carpet scraps and re-tension the carpet with a tension tool.

Surface tear repair

1. Application of mastic. If the backing is intact, lift the torn off section of the carpet, remove the lint and spread a thin film of mastic on the backing.

2. Sealing the tear. While holding the edge of the tear with your hand, smooth the carpet with a smooth object, such as a lemonade bottle. Pressing firmly on the carpet, move the bottle in the direction from the tear in different directions to evenly distribute the mastic under the carpet between the fibers without squeezing it to the surface. If adhesive does come out on the surface, remove it immediately with water and carpet shampoo. Sew on the loose fibers four to five hours after the glue dries.

Sewing up a jacquard carpet. Using a tensioner and an awl, remove the carpet from the hooks in one corner, then roll the carpet so that the tear is visible from the wrong side. Keeping the edges of the tear at an angle so that it is comfortable to sew, sew the two edges with thick thread alternately with long (30 mm) and short (20 mm) stitches. Cut a tape from the fabric that will cover the break, and spread a thin layer of latex mastic on it. Let the mastic dry for a few minutes and press the tape firmly against the sewn-up tear on the seamy side of the carpet. Unfold the carpet and pull it over the hooks using the tensioner.

Using adhesive tape. Foam carpets can be repaired as described above or with adhesive tape. Lift the carpet off the hooks or peel the double-sided tape off the floor and roll the carpet over.Align the edges of the tear, then press about 50mm single-sided adhesive tape against them to cover both edges. Wait a few hours, then unfold the rug and secure it to the grips or, for a foam backed rug, tape it to the floor with double-sided tape.

Carpets are used for comfort and comfort in the room. Most carpets are placed on the floor and therefore, they get the most. Initially, it is important to purchase a quality product so that it lasts a long time. However, over time, any coating wears out and requires replacement or restoration.

There are cases of mechanical damage - spots, holes, burnt spots, worn out pile and much more. You should not rush to throw out a warm friend; with the help of scrap materials, you can repair the carpet at home.

Depending on the damage, you will need: carpet trims with matching colors, patches, tweezers, curved scissors, gasoline, cotton wool, a needle with a rounded end, Moment glue, sticky tape.

Using a rounded needle, you can mend a damaged area on the carpet. But this should be done slowly and very carefully.

For carpets with a latex base, the product can be reanimated by gluing threads in bundles or in several pieces, after wiping the base with gasoline to degrease the surface.

If there is a large damage, you can use a contrasting patch, matched or vice versa. For gluing, you need to choose the right size and do not forget about the direction of the fibers. For long pile carpets, the patch should be placed on the front side, for products with a short pile, on the back side. Use markers, felt-tip pens, acrylic paints, or others to discolor the pile.

In some cases, it is more advisable to turn to professionals, especially when you have an antique handmade carpet. These products are quite fragile and require special care. They can be reanimated by strengthening the base and frame, which is difficult to do at home.

Before any method of restoring a carpet product, evaluate your skills and powers.

How to repair a carpet

Even carpet that is carefully looked after can be accidentally damaged. The carpet can be burned with cigarette ash. The sharp end of a broken toy that has been dropped can cut the carpet fibers down to the base. And stains from some liquids stubbornly resist shampoos and stain removers. But if you have carpet scraps and some inexpensive tools at your disposal, you can safely and discreetly repair your carpet.

Hide the scraps if you are laying carpet, or ask your dealer if you are buying a house with carpets. If the cuttings are not preserved, you can cut off some of the carpet in invisible places, such as under cupboards. Minor damage can be repaired by repairing the carpet pile or loop. If you do not have any carpet scraps, pull the threads around the edges of the carpet from the edges. New threads are sewn to the carpet with a rounded surgical needle with strong thread; You can make your own sewing needle by heating a regular sewing needle in a flame and bending it.

More extensive damage can be repaired with a patch. To avoid damaging the fibers on the right side, jacquard carpets must be unscrewed and a patch sewn on from the wrong side. On pile carpets, patches are placed on the front side using a piece of fabric and latex mastic. Tears in the surface, in which the top layer of the carpet has come off the base, are repaired from the front side by gluing; if the warp is visible around the hole, the carpet threads are sewn in this place. gaps, which also affected the base of the carpet, are repaired from the lower side. Never stick adhesive tape to the face of the carpet, even temporarily, as it cannot be torn off without damaging the carpet fibers.

Despite the fact that most repair methods are not difficult, they require patience. For example, take your time when changing carpet threads; The best results will be obtained by sewing one thread per stitch in the damaged area. Apply the glue carefully so that excess does not get onto the surface of the carpet. Before cutting the patch, make sure it matches the pattern and grain direction of the damaged area. Always try to use the smallest piece of carpet first so that if you make a mistake, there is always material to correct the mistake. And if you are doing the work that you are doing for the first time, take the time to practice on unnecessary scraps before you start working on the carpet itself.

Preparing to restore the pile

Using scissors with short curved ends (medical), cut the pile from the damaged area to the warp and remove the remains of cut threads or loops with tweezers. To help remove any remaining fiber, dampen the damaged area of ​​the carpet with a cotton and cloth swab soaked in gasoline, which softens the adhesive holding the threads in the warp. For replacement, pluck fibers or whole loop yarn from the edge or carpet trim.

Remove any remaining fibers from the cleaned area to expose the backing. Thread the needle with the same color and thickness as the warp. While holding the V-thread of the carpet with the tweezers, secure the thread at the warp and loop over the V-thread. Insert a needle into the warp where the thread is anchored and gently pull the thread while pressing the carpet thread against the warp. Without cutting off the thread, sew a second V-shaped piece of carpet thread to the adjacent warp thread. Continue working until you have covered the entire surface of the base. Sew around the last piece of carpet thread several times to secure. On carpets with a latex backing, spread the new fibers and dampen the carpet with a cotton swab soaked in gasoline to adhere the sewn threads to the backing. Trim the uneven ends of the new threads with scissors.

Replacing the threads of loopback carpets

Press the hinges around the lint-free area. Using a semicircular needle, sew to the base a long piece of loose yarn from which the carpet loops are made, then sew another stitch to form a buttonhole. Pull the buttonhole so that it lines up with the existing carpet loops. To do this, you can use a match or other object that will standardize the size of the loops (inset). Continue making loops without cutting the threads until the entire damaged area is filled. Secure the end of the yarn by sewing several repetitive stitches in one place.

Placing a patch on a jacquard carpet

1. Release the tension on the carpet. Use a tensioner to reduce the tension on the carpet in the corner of the room closest to the damaged area. Use an awl to lift the carpet off the hooks of the grapple. When the corner is clear, remove the carpet from the grips along two walls.

2. Cutting out the damaged area. Mark the corners of the damaged area on the face of the rug with pins, which are inserted into the rug and backing. Cut a stencil out of heavy cardboard to fit the area you marked, then fold the rug to reveal the underside. Position the stencil so that the edges are parallel to the warp threads. Use a linoleum knife to cut the damaged area along the edges of the stencil, trying to cut only along the base.

3. Cutting out the patch. Place the carpet cut on the face of the unnecessary carpet trim. Match the grain directions with the pattern if the carpet is patterned, then insert pins into the carpet trim at the corners of the cut. Peel off the cut area, turn over the piece of carpet and use a stencil to cut out the patch as described in step 2.

4. Installing the patch. To prevent fraying, apply a thin layer of glue to the edges of the carpet backing around the hole and edge of the patch. The glue should not get on the pile of the carpet.Match the grain direction and, if necessary, the patch pattern with the carpet pattern. Press the patch into place, starting at one corner towards the diagonally opposite corner. Use the blunt end of a needle to remove all carpet fibers to the right side.

5. Sewing on the patch. Align the edges of the patch with the edges of the hole. Raise the two edges of the seam so that it is comfortable to sew, and sew the two edges with thick thread alternately with long (30 mm) and short (20 mm) stitches. Periodically inspect the surface of the carpet to loosen any carpet fibers caught in the seam. After sewing on the patch, flatten the carpet and pull it over the hooks using the tensioner. Place the weight on the patch for several hours so that the fibers straighten out and the patch becomes invisible.

Placing a patch on a bulky pile carpet

1. Attaching the damaged area to the floor. If the carpet is taut with the grips, place strips of carpet scraps around the damaged area about 200 mm from the edges of the damaged area and attach them with 25 mm furniture nails at 75 mm intervals. This procedure reduces the tension on the carpet in the patch area. If the carpet is attached with adhesive tape or is lying loosely on the floor, there is no need to attach it.

2. Cutting out the damaged area. Make a stencil out of cardboard to fit the damaged area and place it on the carpet. With the blunt side of the linoleum knife blade, part the carpet pile in the middle along the edges of the stencil, then spread the pile with your fingers. Cut through the base of the rug using a stencil, being careful not to cut the backing, then lift the cut off one corner and remove it. Cut the patch from the carpet trim using the cutout to match the pile direction and pattern and a stencil for easier knife work.

3. Installing the fabric tape. The patch will be held in place with fabric and mastic bands on the back of the carpet. Cut four strips of fabric so that they are approximately 25 mm longer than the sides of the hole. Apply a thin layer of latex mastic to the tape and place the tape under the edges of the hole so that the seam lines are in the center of the tape. Apply a thin layer of glue to the edges of the hole, being careful not to get any glue on the pile of the carpet.

4. Attach the patch. Combine the slope of the fibers and the pattern of the patch and carpet. Press the patch into place, starting at one corner in the direction of the diagonally opposite corner, being careful not to smudge the face of the carpet with glue. Slide the edges of the hole and patch together and press down with your palms. Use an awl to loosen the carpet fibers or loops that are caught in the seam, then use your fingers to smooth the carpet and patch fibers so that they mix and the seam becomes invisible. Load the seam for several hours with a stack of books. If the carpet is taut on the hooks, after about five hours, remove the temporarily nailed strips from the carpet scraps and re-tension the carpet with a tension tool.

Surface tear repair

1. Application of mastic. If the backing is intact, lift the torn off section of the carpet, remove the lint and spread a thin film of mastic on the backing.

2. Sealing the tear. While holding the edge of the tear with your hand, smooth the carpet with a smooth object, such as a lemonade bottle. Pressing firmly on the carpet, move the bottle in the direction from the tear in different directions to evenly distribute the mastic under the carpet between the fibers without squeezing it to the surface. If adhesive does come out on the surface, remove it immediately with water and carpet shampoo. Sew on the loose fibers four to five hours after the glue dries.

Sewing up a jacquard carpet.

Using a tensioner and an awl, remove the carpet from the hooks in one corner, then roll the carpet so that the tear is visible from the wrong side.Keeping the edges of the tear at an angle so that it is comfortable to sew, sew the two edges with thick thread alternately with long (30 mm) and short (20 mm) stitches. Cut a tape from the fabric that will cover the tear and spread a thin layer of latex mastic on it. Let the mastic dry for a few minutes and press the tape firmly against the sewn-up tear on the seamy side of the carpet. Unfold the carpet and pull it over the hooks using the tensioner.

Using adhesive tape.

Foam carpets can be repaired as described above or with adhesive tape. Lift the carpet off the hooks or peel the double-sided tape off the floor and roll the carpet over. Align the edges of the tear, then press about 50mm single-sided adhesive tape against them to cover both edges. Wait a few hours, then unfold the rug and secure it to the grips or, for a foam backed rug, tape it to the floor with double-sided tape.