Turkish Kilim Repair

Sometimes after years of wear and tear, kilims can start to show damage where the warp and weft have been compromised.  In the Turkish kilim above, the warp and weft along the diamond slit weave design has started to wear through.  In most areas, the warp (the white vertical strands) were still intact, but the weft (the horizontal colored yarns) were either completely missing or compromised.  When an owner or collector of kilims begins to notice this kind of damage, it is advisable to have the piece repaired or restored immediately so that further damage does not ensue.  Alternatively, we recommend the piece be removed from use until a proper repair can be done.  This way the kilim is not further subjected to the stress from normal foot traffic, or worse, the pulling or dragging from chairs. --www.traditionalrugrepair.com