The demand for oriental rugs has increased dramatically. Many rugs have moved off the floor and onto the wall to be appreciated as works of art.Appreciation has been monetary as well as aesthetic. Current prices of oriental rugs reflect their rarity and new status. And, as prices rise, basements and attics are rummaged for that old oriental rug once thought to be incompatible with modern decor.

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This comprehensive book covers all the essential techniques, materials and toots you wilt need to repair and maintain oriental rugs. Peter F. Stone's accessible text is accompanied by clear step-by-step diagrams and iLLustrations that teach you how to:assess damaged areas，understand rug structure，select yarn，reknot，reconstruct warp and weft，use patches，repair selvage and edges，repair ends and ftatweaves，wash rugs, remove stains and carry out general maintenance.

Introduction

1 Whether to Repair

2 Rug Structure and

  Technical Analysis

3 Damage to Oriental Rugs

4 Selecting Yarn

5 Reknotting

6 Repairing Warp and Weft and

  Using Patches

7 Selvage and Edge Repairs

8 Repairing Ends and

  Flatweaves

9 Washing Rugs and

  Stain Removal

10 Use, Care, Storage, and

Display

Glossary

Rug Repair Suppliers

Bibliography

Acknowledgments

Index