This too requires expertise because it is best to maintain the rug s symmetry and pattern if you want also to maintain its value and aesthetic appeal.
Cutting down an oriental rug.
Rugs either did not fit in the place they wanted or the rugs were damaged to the point that the healthiest way for the rug was just to cut them down while preserving as much of it as possible.
Diy custom rug size.
One main difference between professional and diy rug resizing will be in binding and finishing options as well as the preservation of the rug s pattern and.
And also as noted it is not at all unusual for those who want to use an oriental rug in a very specific room or space to have it cut down to size.
A design group purchased a rug measuring 10 feet by 20 feet.
Use the same techniques to cut old wall to wall carpet down to area rug size.
While maintaining as much of the rug we do our best to match the rug so it continues its symmetric design.
The rug purchased by the group was an elegant fine wool and silk blend rug from tufenkian rugs.
Proffessionally cutting your oriental rugs.
When cutting a rug to size it is vital you are sure of the dimensions you need.
The problems created by cutting down a rug to fit a smaller space is reason enough to avoid doing this task yourself.
Make a note of the dimensions.
There are several diy do it yourself methods for cutting your rug to the needed size and shape.
Use a straight edge 1 1 2 2 from the crease and score the rug.
Hopefully the picture below explains it better.
There was a bit of an issue though.
Now you are ready to cut.