- The hooked rug is assessed for damage, cleanliness, and overall condition. The strength of the burlap foundation is considered. Not every antique rug is repairable. The customer will sign a professional contract/release form with J. Conner Hooked Rugs.
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- Previous repairs are documented, and linings are removed if neccessary.
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- A foundation patch is prepared, with woolen strips matched as to age, wear and color.
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- The antique rug is cleaned inch by inch using appropriate methods (see "Caring for hand hooked rugs").
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- An appraisal report is prepared with research and detail on restoration process, rug valuation, provenance, style, and esthetic. The finished piece has all holes and weak areas imperceptibly "darned" and "patched" by hundreds of invisible stitches.
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