Custom Rug Resizing & Cutting in NYC
Area Rugs cut and refinished to fit your space. We resize all types of rugs including: Persian, Oriental, Antiques, Handmade and modern.
Trusted by New Yorkers and design professionals to wash, restore, and tailor fine rugs.
CUT TO FIT
Every rug cut to the exact size of your room, re-bound by hand, with its border and pattern kept intact.
RESIZING RESULTS
Edge Binding Options
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Hand Binding
This is a traditional method that maintains exceptional value of the rug. It is best suited for fine, heirloom, and luxury carpets. Hand binding is the most premium option and the closest to original. The finishing technique in which the binding is carefully folded over the raw edge of the rug and hand-stitched with strong, high quality thread.
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Machine Serging
This a budget-friendly option that also provides durability. This finishing method is where a heavy yarn is wrapped continuously around the rug edge by a specialized machine. This creates a classic, whip-stitched look that mimics a traditional hand-finished blanket edge.
03
Machine Binding
The fastest and most affordable rug edging option, which uses a high-speed machine to sew a thin polyester or cotton tape over the raw carpet edges. It provides a clean, functional, low-profile border that effectively prevents fraying on custom area rugs.
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Fringe
Fringe matching is a careful finishing process that restores or replaces the fringe of an area rug while maintaining its original character. Fibers are matched to the rug's existing materials, color, texture, and construction. The fringe is then hand-applied and securely woven into the foundation of the rug, with each strand carefully aligned to create a balanced, natural appearance.
In the workroom
Hand binding a finished edge
Why it matters
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 without regard to the original design. You'll have the option to choose between any of these.
We also can make custom shapes for existing or new rugs; see Custom Rug Fabrication to learn more.
Experienced Artisans
Architects and Interior designers
Multiple binding options
Border & Pattern Preservation
Custom Pad Fabrication
RUG TYPES WE SERVICE
Professional Area Rug Resizing in NYC
Standard rug sizes rarely fit real rooms. Rug Refinery resizes and refinishes Persian, Oriental, antique, handmade and modern rugs for homes and design projects across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Long Island. We work on area rugs, runners and rug pads only — not wall-to-wall carpet.
Cutting a rug without ruining it
Hand-knotted rugs are held together by a continuous warp and weft. Cutting one immediately compromises that structure, so the raw edge has to be secured by hand before any finishing is applied.
We template every cut first, planning it around the border and pattern repeat to keep the design as symmetrical as possible at the new dimensions.
Custom Rug Resizing & Cutting Options
- Size reduction — making an oversized or inherited rug fit a smaller room
- Custom hallway runners — cut an existing area rug into a runner
- Gallery runners — made from a long existing area rug
- Architectural contouring — cutting around fireplace hearths, columns and floor outlets
- Damage salvage — turning a damaged rug into a smaller, pristine piece
- Custom shapes — round, oval and irregular dimensions
- Matching rug pads — cut to the new dimensions and contours (note: 1 inch shorter on all sides)
Working with designers
We work directly from CAD files, floor plans or a physical template, and coordinate with your installer on timing. Email info@rugrefinery.com to discuss a project.
We handle Pickup, Delivery and COIs. Text photos and your target dimensions for a free estimate.
