Custom Rug Resizing

CUSTOM RUG RESIZING IN NYC

Whether you’re remodeling a room or need a custom fit, Rug Refinery provides expert rug resizing services throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island. Additional service is available in Long Island, Westchester and Northern New Jersey. We carefully resize Persian, Oriental, antique, handmade and modern area rugs while preserving their design, symmetry and craftsmanship. From reducing oversized rugs to creating custom dimensions for living rooms, dining rooms, hallways and stair runners, every project is completed with precision and attention to detail.

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PRECISION RESIZING & CAD CUTS: BEFORE & AFTER

*Final dimensions and pattern symmetry are dependent on the rug's original weave density, structural foundation, and pattern repeat. Every custom project is meticulously templated and assessed before architectural cuts or binding begins.

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Why Precision Alterations Matter

The Structural Challenge: Unlike broadloom carpet, handmade and fine area rugs possess unique warp and weft tensions. Improperly cutting these interwoven fibers without first stabilizing the foundation leads to rapid unraveling, loss of pile, and severe pattern distortion.

CAD-Driven Accuracy: For complex architectural layouts—such as contouring around fireplace hearths, floor outlets, or asymmetrical room dimensions—we utilize exact CAD-cut technology. This is designed to achieve precise integration into your specific floor plan while preserving the rug's structural integrity.

Preserving Pattern & Border: The visual identity of a rug lives in its border and central motif. Before any cut is made, we map the pattern repeat and plan the new dimensions around preserving as much of the original border and symmetry as possible, rather than cutting arbitrarily. Edge finishing is available once the new size is set; see Rug Cutting & Binding for those options.

HOW IT WORKS

Send Photos & Details

Send photos of the affected area, approximate rug measurements and your pickup location.

Assessment & Estimate

We evaluate the rug’s material, construction and condition, then recommend the right service and provide an estimate.

Pick up & Start Work

We arrange pickup and start the approved work based on your rug’s needs.

Inspection & Return

The rug is carefully inspected and returned when the service is complete.

Custom Fabrication Options

CAD-Templated Precision Cutting

We utilize exact physical templating and architectural CAD layouts to contour rugs around fireplace hearths, floor outlets, and complex room dimensions with millimeter accuracy.

Warp & Weft Stabilization

Before any final binding is applied, we meticulously secure the newly cut raw edges by hand, preventing the rug’s structural foundation from fraying or unraveling over time.

Border & Pattern Preservation

Before any cut is made, we map the rug's pattern repeat and border to plan dimensions that keep as much of the original design intact as mathematically possible.

Custom Pad Fabrication

A newly altered rug requires a perfectly matched foundation. We fabricate premium, non-slip rug pads cut to the exact new dimensions and architectural contours of your bespoke piece.

Fibers & Weaves We Service

Antique Persian & Oriental

Turkish Oushak & Anatolian

Moroccan Beni Ourain

Navajo & Flat-Weave Kilims

Viscose

Tencel

Why Rug Owners Choose Rug Refinery

Clear Estimates

You receive the recommended service and estimated cost before treatment begins.

Pickup & Delivery

Convenient rug pickup and delivery are available across NYC and Brooklyn.

Individualized Treatment

Treatment is selected for the individual rug, followed by controlled drying and inspection.

Rug Specific Assessment

We evaluate the rug’s fibers, dyes, construction and condition before recommending treatment.

Questions?

Can any type of area rug be resized or custom-cut?

The vast majority of fine area rugs can be resized, including hand-knotted wool, silk, Persian, and tufted rugs. However, because hand-knotted rugs are held together by a continuous warp and weft foundation, cutting them immediately compromises their structural integrity. Before any alteration, our master artisans must secure the newly cut edge by hand to prevent the entire rug from unraveling, followed by your choice of premium edge finishing.

How do I provide the dimensions for a complex cut around a fireplace or floor outlet?

For complex architectural contouring, precision is everything. If you are an interior designer or architect, you can provide us with your exact floor plan CAD files or structural blueprints. For private clients, we typically require a physical, heavy-paper template tracing the exact angles of the hearth, column, or floor outlet so we can achieve as precise a fit as possible.

Will resizing my rug ruin its pattern or symmetry?

We plan every resize around preserving the original pattern and border as much as possible. While some reduction in size means part of the border or motif may be lost, our artisans plan cuts to keep the central medallion and overall symmetry intact for the new dimensions.

How long does a custom resizing or CAD cut project take?

Because custom alterations require meticulous templating, foundation stabilization, and hand-finishing, most resizing and binding projects require 2 to 3 weeks to complete. Highly complex CAD cuts or custom-sourced wide leather bindings may require additional time. We will always provide a clear timeline along with your estimate before the project begins.

Explore Related Services & Guides

Related Services: Once a rug is cut to size, it needs a finished edge; see rug cutting and binding. If the piece has existing damage, start with professional rug repair, and fine antiques are better served by antique rug restoration.

Rug Care Guides: Learn how our workroom handles fine rugs by hand and how to protect a newly resized rug from everyday spills.

See the Results: View a before-and-after example of a custom resizing project.

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